Ames · Iowa, USA
Whether you're planning to age in place or building new in Ames, we'll help you choose the right lift and finish it to match your home.
The lobby
The doors
The car
Compliance
Iowa
Many homeowners in Ankeny add an elevator during a renovation or a new build — to age in place, to make a multi-level home easier to live in, or simply for convenience. The right choice depends on the shaft space, the number of stops and how the lift will be used day to day.
We coordinate permits and inspection with the state or local elevator authority so your home elevator is approved and ready to use.
Cold winters, road salt and grit wear door sills and tracks, and hydraulic cars slow down in unheated spaces.
How it works
We learn how you'll use the lift and visit the home.
Lift type, cab finishes and lighting chosen together.
Installed cleanly, with minimal disruption.
A preventive plan keeps every ride effortless.
FAQ
Timelines depend on construction work for the shaft and permits; the elevator installation itself is usually a matter of weeks once the shaft is ready.
Cost depends on the lift type, number of stops, shaft work and finishes — a platform lift is usually the most economical, a full home elevator with custom cab the most involved. We quote after a site visit.
Yes — residential elevating devices must meet the elevator safety code (ASME A17.1 / CSA B44) and local requirements administered by the state or local elevator authority, and usually need a building permit.
Yes. Panels, ceilings, lighting, flooring and handrails can be selected to match your home, within the car's weight limits.
Yes — maintenance, repairs, modernization and cab refurbishment for condominium buildings.
Services
Dependable service for home and building elevators.
Care plans sized to how often your elevator is used.
Controller, drive and door upgrades that extend the life of an existing elevator.
Cab and fixture upgrades for hotels and serviced residences.
Hydraulic, traction and machine-room-less home elevators, installed to the elevator safety code (ASME A17.1 / CSA B44).
Space-efficient platform lifts for step-free access over a few levels.
Contact
Send the building type, number of elevators and what isn't working. We'll reply with next steps.