Do you remember what the last elevator you rode on looked like? Chances are you don’t remember it unless it was an extremely unique or extravagant elevator. But the truth is elevator design does matter. The design should fit well into the style of the building as a whole and include elements that are useful to the people who […]
The Value of Retrofitting Elevators
Elevators are essential parts of commercial building design for medium and high-rise buildings. When it ages, an elevator needs to be examined for structural integrity, and things may need to be replaced to ensure safety and reliability. At this point, the smart play is to consider retrofitting that elevator with energy-efficient parts. At Southern Elevator, […]
How To Impress Your Guests With a Flawless Elevator Ride
Everyone knows what it’s like to be stuck in a bumpy, slow elevator. Not only is a poorly performing lift annoying, but it can trigger your guests’ anxiety. You never want an elevator system that scares away your clients. At Southern Elevator, we want you to impress your guests with a smoother ride between floors. […]
If You’re Stuck in an Elevator
Stalled Elevator Lift Being stuck in a stalled elevator is no picnic. Although malfunctioning elevators are infrequent, they happen. It’s essential to properly maintain your elevator lift to avoid these situations. If you find yourself stuck in a stalled elevator, here are a few tips on what to do. Attempt the ‘Door Open” Button If […]
Upgrade Your Elevator with a Continuous Monitoring System
Elevator Monitoring Your customers use your elevator daily, yet this part of your building could receive the least attention. You likely schedule a yearly inspection to ensure that the elevator works properly. However, many problems can arise in a year. At Southern Elevator, we know that continuous monitoring can help you identify issues before they […]
How To Protect Your Elevator
Elevator Security Every aspect of your property should have the best security practices in place for their commercial elevator systems. This involves both physical and digital interfaces. Elevator access control systems rely on embedded electronics controlled by smart chips, making them vulnerable to onsite and remote hacking attacks. The safety and security of elevator access […]
Contracts 101: Your Guide to Elevator Maintenance Contracts
Understanding Your Contract There are several parts of an elevator service contract that can be confusing if you’re not familiar with them. They are set up to provide you with concrete details regarding price and what’s expected from the start and finish of the job. At Southern Elevator, we care about the reliability of your […]
Budgeting to Stay Happy With Your Elevator
Create a Proper Elevator Budget Elevators are a blessing that can also be a curse. If you have a multi-story commercial building of any kind, chances are you have one or more elevators. When people enter your building headed to a location up or down, they look for the elevator. The appearance and ride they […]
Life Waits For No One, Don’t Waste Time Waiting on an Elevator
What To Do if Your Elevator Keeps You Waiting No one takes the stairs when they are in a hurry. Naturally, they choose the elevator, so if your guests are checking their watches while waiting for the elevator, there may be an underlying problem. At Southern Elevator, we won’t keep you waiting for a resolution. […]
Keep Up with Maintenance to Keep Your Elevator Running
Elevator Maintenance Elevators can last for a long time, but only if you keep up with the maintenance. If you ignore elevator maintenance, you will notice that they begin to decline quickly. Their performance deteriorates, and the downtime increases. Then, once you finally arrange repairs, the costs will be even higher than they otherwise would […]