Full Maintenance vs. Oil-and-Grease Elevator Contracts: What Building Owners Are Actually Buying and Why It Matters
Quick Answer: Check your elevator service contract for the specific scope-of-work language: a full maintenance agreement covers parts, labor, emergency callbacks, and systematic component replacement, while a lubrication and adjustment (L&A) contract covers only periodic lubrication, minor adjustments, and basic safety tests — leaving parts, repairs, and callbacks as billable extras. Knowing whether your elevator […]
Senior Living Elevator Requirements: Compliance, Maintenance Standards, and Resident Safety in Maryland, DC, Virginia, and Pennsylvania
Elevator Maintenance & Inspection Requirements for Senior Living and Assisted Living Facilities Quick Answer: Senior living and assisted living facilities must comply with ASME A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators inspection and maintenance intervals, state-specific elevator safety regulations, and ADA accessibility standards — with routine maintenance, periodic inspections, and annual or more frequent third-party […]