Elevator Inspection Services for MA, NH, ME & RI

Where We Service

Stanley Elevator provides elevator inspection services for Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and Rhode Island, courtesy of our more than 60 service technicians located throughout New England. Elevator inspections must be performed by licensed or certified individuals based on local or state requirements. As part of Stanley Elevator’s core services, our expert technicians ensure that each elevator or cab adheres to state-specific safety codes.

Annual & Periodic Elevator Inspections

Stanley provides both annual and periodic elevator safety inspection services. All of Stanley Elevator’s experts are well-versed in the elevator inspection requirements outlined by specific elevator codes and will guide you on what needs to be done to meet state requirements.

How Often to Inspect Your Elevator

Elevator life expectancy will vary slightly depending on the manufacturer and the setting in which it’s used. However, your elevator will only reach its full lifespan if it is well cared for throughout its operating life. Routine elevator inspections at least once a year are essential for keeping your elevator in safe and working condition for as long as possible.

Every state has its own elevator inspection requirements, and to avoid fines and penalties, be sure to schedule your annual elevator inspection several months before your certification expires. The exact timing will vary based on state requirements, but a late inspection can have serious consequences.

Safety Inspections

Trust Stanley Elevator to perform the regular elevator inspections that will ensure your property complies with your state’s specific codes and regulations that protect passenger safety. These required inspections can help identify potential problems before they escalate into larger issues.

Property owners and managers also have a legal responsibility to maintain safe building conditions, and many insurance policies require regular inspections as part of their terms. It’s important to know the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) safety standards and that safety code requirements will vary from state to state and from building to building.

Elevator Inspection Requirements

Elevator safety requirements will vary depending on the type of elevator and the state in which the elevator is located, but they typically include the following:

1. Operating permits that are displayed in the elevator
2. Compliance with state and national elevator safety codes
3. Life safety tests
4. Code-required safety features
5. Maintenance log review
6. An inspection report detailing any identified issues and the timeline for correction

In addition to the ANSI standards, elevators must also comply with the International Building Code (IBC) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Elevator Inspection Checklist

The owner of the building where the elevator is located is responsible for scheduling regular and comprehensive elevator inspection service. An elevator inspection checklist can include, but is not limited to, the following safety requirements:

Cab Interior

• Damage, cleanliness and general condition of walls, ceilings or handrails
• Lights and bulbs
• Panel and emergency stop button
• Functionality of the doors
• Functionality of the intercom
• Telephone operation
• Key switch operation
• Phone connection
• Condition and levelness of the flooring
• Accuracy and visibility of code-required signage
• Posted current certificate
• Emergency lights and bells
• Working ventilation systems

Building Systems

• Lights
• Smoke detector
• Fire alarm

Hoistway

• Lighting
• Clearance
• Traveling cables
• Brake mechanism
• Emergency exit
• Door panels, sensors and restrictors
• Safety switches
• Traction suspension means

Pit

• Overall condition and cleanliness
• Safety devices
• Lighting
• Bottom clearance
• Water intrusion

Machine Room

• Elevator motor
• Controllers and drives
• Hydraulic valves
• Accessibility and security
• Low oil protection
• Battery lowering
• Hydraulic pressures

Local Technicians and Certified, Licensed Inspectors

All of our elevator technicians are local, licensed, and focused on turnaround so that every elevator remains safe and operable, with as little downtime as possible. Their professionalism and expertise are why we’ve grown to be one of the largest and most respected owner-operated independent elevator companies in the country.