Do You Need a Shaft for a Home Lift or Platform Lift?
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Do All Home Lifts Require a Shaft?
Not all home lifts require a traditional shaft (also called a hoistway). While many residential elevators are installed inside a framed shaftway, newer lift solutions are designed specifically for homes where adding a shaft may not be practical.
Whether a shaft is required depends on the type of home lift being installed and how the system travels between floors.
Residential Elevators That Require a Shaftway
Traditional residential elevators are typically installed inside a framed shaftway that runs between floors of the home. This structure supports safe vertical travel and allows for a fully enclosed elevator experience.
Systems such as the Symmetry Residential Elevator, including the Symmetry Dream and Symmetry Asterix packages, are designed for installation within a hoistway and are often selected for:
- New construction projects
- Multi-story homes
- Long-term accessibility planning
- Homeowners seeking a fully enclosed elevator solution
These elevators can be integrated into the home’s architecture and offer a wide range of cab styles and finish options.
