Can a Building Complete an Elevator Modernization Bid Themselves?

In the complex world of building management, modernizing an elevator is often seen as a complex crucial task. While some building owners and managers might consider handling the bid process themselves. To save costs, the intricacies involved typically make this a challenging endeavor. Exploring the feasibility of a DIY approach to elevator modernization bids is […]

Elevator Issues Are Common– And What You Can Do About It

As a building owner or property manager, you’ve likely faced the frustration of dealing with elevator issues. Complaints such as “My elevator service provider isn’t showing up,” “The elevator is down again,” or “Why am I getting invoices for services I don’t understand?” are all too common. At The Elevator Consultants, we hear these concerns […]

Top Things Every Building Should Do to Avoid Overtime Callbacks

Overtime callbacks can be a drain on a building’s budget and annoyances, often resulting from issues that could have been prevented with a more proactive approach. What Buildings Should Do to Avoid Elevator Overtime Callbacks To avoid these unnecessary and costly fees, here are a few strategies every building should implement: Track Service Calls and […]

Common Elevator Issues

Elevators have become an indispensable part of our daily lives if you are going to any building with more than two stories. An elevator is exposed to daily wear and tear of constant use and in some cases misuse. Maintenance issues can arise, potentially compromising the reliability we’ve come to expect not to mention the […]

Five Strategies Hotels Can Implement to Minimize Elevator Costs and Ensure Flawless Operation

The hotel industry has recently experienced its first decline in revenue per available room (RevPAR) since the post-pandemic era, as reported by Co-Star. In these challenging times, it is crucial for hotel professionals, including investors.. general managers, and asset managers, to optimize their operations and minimize costs. One area that often goes overlooked is elevator […]

Understanding Elevator Parts Obsolescence: Challenges and Solutions

Elevators are an essential part of buildings, ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of people and goods between floors in hospitals, hotels, residents, offices, retail, campus’, and others with elevators and escalators. However, as with any mechanical system, elevators are subject to wear and tear, life cycle and their components can become obsolete over time. […]

How Much Does an Elevator Consultant Cost?

If you own or manage a building with elevators, you may eventually need to hire an elevator consultant. These specialized professionals provide expert advice on elevator maintenance, modernization projects, code compliance, and other elevator-related matters. Whatever elevator concerns, issues and questions you may have about your elevators or escalators a consultant can help. But what […]

GUIDELINES FOR ELEVATOR REPLACEMENT PARTS: UNDERSTANDING YOUR OPTIONS

WHAT ARE THE PARTS OF AN ELEVATOR? Elevators are complex systems with many critical components working together to ensure smooth and safe vertical transportation. There are several parts, and it will depend on the type of elevator traction, hydraulic and escalator, which also have different types of traction and hydraulic elevators. Some essential parts include: […]

Critical Components of Elevator Modernization Scope of Work: What Every Business Owner Should Know

As a business owner with elevators in your building, understanding the intricacies of an elevator modernization project is crucial.  An elevator modernization enhances the functionality and safety of your building while also improving the user experience for tenants and visitors. There are several critical components of an elevator modernization scope of work, and understanding the […]