Types of Home Elevators

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Compact shaftless home elevator
Shaftless / retrofit

Compact shaftless elevator

Self-supporting through-floor elevators (e.g. Stiltz) need no separate shaft, pit or machine room, so they’re the least disruptive to install and fit into a corner of a room. Ideal for retrofits and 2–3 floor homes.

Guide: $25,000 – $45,000
Wheelchair-accessible home elevator
ADA / accessible

Wheelchair-accessible elevator

A larger cab and wider door take a wheelchair, mobility scooter and a caregiver. The accessible choice for aging-in-place planning, installed by licensed contractors.

Guide: $30,000 – $55,000
Hydraulic residential elevator cab
Hydraulic / traction

Hydraulic & traction elevator

Traditional cab elevators (e.g. Savaria) give a smooth, quiet ride and suit larger 3–4 floor homes. A wide range of cab sizes and finishes; needs a hoistway and space for the drive unit.

Guide: $35,000 – $70,000
Vertical platform lift
Platform lift

Vertical platform lift

An affordable, accessible option for a short single-floor rise — ideal for entrances, porches and decks. Harmar offers indoor and outdoor weatherproof models with full wheelchair access.

Guide: $15,000 – $30,000
Home with a residential elevator
Design-led

Pneumatic vacuum elevator

A self-supporting glass tube that moves the cab on air pressure — a striking, space-efficient option with no separate machine room. Best for design-forward homes and fewer floors.

Guide: $40,000 – $60,000

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