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Elevator Buying Tips Only Experts Know: 5 Key Points to Avoid Pitfalls in Home Elevator Installation

Release time：2025.11.20

In villa interior design,

choosing an elevator is often a headache.

Outsiders only look at the price and appearance,

while insiders know that there is much more to it.

What are the tips for choosing the right elevator?

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Drive method: Choose the right core for twice the result with half the effort

Outsiders: Only pay attention to the elevator's appearance and price, ignoring the most crucial drive method.

Insiders: Understand that the drive method is the 'heart' of the elevator, directly determining the user experience and lifespan.

Currently, the main types of home elevators are traction and screw drive. Traction elevators run smoothly and are energy-efficient but have relatively high installation and maintenance costs. Screw elevators come with an integrated shaft, are easy to install and maintain, but run at a relatively slower speed. Key points for selection: For villas with floor height ≥2.8 meters and ample shaft space (pit ≥300mm, top floor ≥450mm), a traction elevator is recommended to enjoy a smoother and faster ride. For duplex residences with floor height ≥2.5 meters, limited space, no pit, and only 50mm at the top floor, a screw elevator is more suitable, saving space and being practical.

Safety Configuration: The Invisible Parts Are Key

Outsiders: Easily attracted by flashy appearances and tend to overlook safety performance;

Insiders: Safety is the primary consideration for elevators. Essential safety devices include the speed limiter, safety gear (to prevent falling), buffers (to prevent impact), and light curtains/pressure-sensitive panels (to prevent hand injuries).

High-quality modern elevators should also be equipped with features such as power-off leveling (automatic door opening during power outages) and emergency alarm systems (24-hour power supply). In terms of door operator systems, light curtain protection is more advanced and safer than traditional pressure-sensitive panels, and the more light curtain beams there are, the better the safety performance.

Space design and customization, perfectly blending home aesthetics

Outsiders: Choosing standard sizes often results in a mismatch with the home style.

Experts: Customizing according to shaft dimensions and home style allows the elevator to become an artistic highlight of the home.

✔ Material selection: The materials for the hall door, door frame, and cabin interior are ranked from high to low quality as follows: etched steel, mirror steel, brushed steel, and painted steel. Mirror steel enhances the sense of space, while brushed stainless steel is more durable and is commonly used for elevator interiors.

✔ Space utilization: Small apartments can choose a pitless or shallow pit design to maximize space savings. Glass elevators increase the sense of openness and become a highlight of the home.

Brand and After-Sales: The Invisible Value Guarantee

✖ Outsiders: Only compare prices, ignoring brand strength and after-sales service

✔ Insiders: Understand that an elevator is '30% product, 70% installation and maintenance,' making it crucial to choose brands with a comprehensive after-sales system.

Considerations: A reliable elevator brand should have a special equipment manufacturing license and a professional local installation and maintenance team. Choosing a brand that offers an extended 5-year warranty better ensures worry-free long-term use. A legitimate maintenance company should have a complete management system, provide regular maintenance records, and offer emergency response services.

Budget Planning: Visible and Invisible Costs

Outsiders: Only focus on the equipment price, ignoring installation and maintenance costs.

Insiders: Consider the full lifecycle costs, including equipment, installation, maintenance, and energy consumption.

The total price of an elevator project should include: all equipment costs, transportation fees, installation fees, commissioning fees, as well as related pre-sale and after-sale warranty costs. Long-term operational costs, such as maintenance fees and energy consumption, also need to be considered. Permanent magnet synchronous gearless traction machines are a good energy-saving option due to their low noise, smooth and comfortable operation, compact size, and energy efficiency.

Extra Tips from Experts

① On-site Experience: Before making a decision, be sure to visit the showroom for a test ride to feel the ride smoothness and noise levels, and check real-life examples.

② Contract Details: When signing the contract, clearly specify the installation timeline, acceptance standards, warranty scope and period, as well as maintenance costs and intervals.

③ Function Selection: There's no need to pursue flashy but impractical features. However, it is recommended to equip safety-related features such as full-load direct travel, overload protection, low-speed self-rescue in case of malfunction, and emergency lighting during power outages.

④ Choosing a home elevator is a long-term investment that requires comprehensive consideration. From the drive system to safety configurations, from space design to after-sales service, every aspect deserves careful thought.

Fareo Elevator has been deeply engaged in the industry for 10 years, with a profound understanding of the real needs of Chinese families for home elevators:

Professional Measurement, Precise Customization

We provide free on-site measurement services and deliver accurate construction diagrams to ensure the elevator perfectly matches your home's shaft.

Safety First, Protection Throughout

All our products come standard with multiple safety devices, and optional upgrades such as overload protection and voice prompts are available, making them especially suitable for families with elderly or children.

Versatile Style, Thoughtful Details

We offer a variety of materials and styles, from modern minimalist to classical Chinese, all tailored to your needs.

Scientific Recommendations, Only the Most Suitable is the Best

Our professional consultants will recommend the most suitable driving system based on your home's floor height, shaft dimensions, and usage requirements.

Book now to enjoy: Free On-site Measurement, Professional Design Plans, Detailed Quotation List

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