Home Elevators-The Difference Between Winding Drum vs. Traction vs Hydraulic vs. Pneumatic (Vacuum Elevator)

Home elevators come in a variety of different styles, looks and designs. However, there are also different types of elevators. Depending on a home’s structure, one type of elevator design may be more ideal than another. Some take up more space while others require different motors and components. So, before getting set into just one type, try to understand what will fit within your budget and space. Let's take a look at these different types of home elevator options.

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Joe Pukac
What is a Pneumatic Elevator and How Does It Work?

Pneumatic elevators are a perfect choice for some homeowners. They are quiet, don't require a machine room, hoistway or elevator pit, so they are much easier to install as well. They are operated by a vacuum and utilize air pressure around the elevator. There are no cables or pullies for a pneumatic elevator but works by physics.

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Joe Pukac
Not Ready To Purchase an Elevator but, Want One Eventually?

If you are thinking about or are in the process of building your forever home but not ready to put in an elevator, we can still help. We can give your builder all of our drawings so the house is fully prepped for a future installation. The builder or architect can stack closets on each floor (in other words, put closets on each floor that are inline with each other).

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