Home Elevators That Actually Make Life Easier—Not Fancier–Let’s get one thing out of the way—installing a home elevator isn’t just for people living in giant houses with five floors and marble staircases. That’s the stereotype. The reality? More everyday folks are adding elevators to normal homes, not to show off—but to make life actually work better.
And once it’s in? You’ll wonder how you ever managed without it.
Stairs Start Sneaking Up on You
It doesn’t happen all at once. One day, it’s a little harder to carry the laundry basket upstairs. The next, you’re holding the handrail a little tighter. Maybe your knees ache more after climbing that second flight. Or maybe it’s not you at all—it’s your partner, your parent, or your houseguests.
That’s when a home elevator starts sounding less like a luxury and more like the smartest upgrade you’ve never seriously considered.
It’s More Normal Than You Think
We talk to people all the time who say, “I never thought I’d be the kind of person to put an elevator in my house.” But they’re not building palaces. They’re building possibility. The chance to age in place. The ability to bring groceries up without hurting themselves. A way to make upstairs rooms more usable again.
Home elevators are showing up in two-story ranches, split-levels, townhomes—you name it. And once installed, they usually blend right into the design like they were always meant to be there.
Yes, They Can Fit. And No, It Doesn’t Have to Be a Headache
If you’re picturing a massive, wall-ripping renovation… don’t. New models like the shaftless home elevator are sleek, quiet, and surprisingly easy to fit into existing spaces. Closet-to-closet installs are common. So are corner setups that don’t touch your existing stairwell at all.
We’ve even worked with clients who were convinced they didn’t have the square footage—until we showed them how it could work. The best part? Most home elevators install in just a few days.
Compare It to the Alternatives
Let’s say the stairs get too tough. What then? You could move. You could do a full first-floor remodel. Or—hear us out—you could make your whole home accessible with one decision.
A home elevator is more cost-effective than people think, especially compared to moving into assisted living or retrofitting every room downstairs. It opens up the rest of your home again.
Still exploring options? A wheelchair lift or vertical platform lift might work better for short distances or split-levels. We’ll help you decide what fits your needs and space best.
Other Helpers to Lighten the Load
Want to take it a step further? Pair your elevator with a dumbwaiter. You ride up. Your laundry, dishes, or grocery bags follow. No more balancing acts. No more asking someone else to carry things for you.
Or, if you’ve got tough terrain outside—porch stairs, steep driveways, garage entries—you might look into an outdoor stairlift to complement your indoor setup. We see this combo a lot: elevator inside, stairlift outside. Everything just flows better that way.
Safety? It’s Built In.
Today’s home elevators are built with all the features you’d want—emergency backup power, smooth starts and stops, quiet rides, and intuitive controls. They’re made for real people, not just architects and designers.
We’re talking about your everyday life here. Carrying a coffee upstairs. Hosting Thanksgiving without worrying about someone falling. Getting out to the car without breaking a sweat. Safety isn’t a bonus—it’s the entire point.
A Smarter Kind of Freedom
When you add a home elevator, you’re not just installing a piece of equipment. You’re giving yourself (or someone you love) the freedom to stay put. To stay comfortable. To keep living the life you’ve built—without compromise.
And that freedom? That’s worth a lot more than granite countertops or stainless steel appliances.
Let’s Talk About What Makes Sense for You
At Staying Home, we’re not in the business of over-selling. We’re here to help you live easier, safer, and more independently.
If a home elevator fits the bill, great—we’ll walk you through what it looks like, where it could go, and how it can work with your lifestyle. If it’s not the best fit, we’ll show you what other options are out there, whether it’s a wheelchair lift, a vertical platform lift, a dumbwaiter, or an outdoor stairlift.
No pressure. Just real solutions that make your home easier to love, one floor at a time.
Look, we get it—stairs can get tough. We are Staying Home. Whether you’re planning ahead or already feeling the strain, adding an elevator to your home might be easier than you think. Ours don’t need a huge remodel or fancy setup. They even run when the power goes out.
We’re a small company based in Missouri, and we’ve helped many people stay comfortable in the homes they love. No hard sales pitches—just honest talks about what could work for you.
So if you’re curious, give us a ring at 877-378-4275, or click here, and we’ll send you the details.
No pressure. Just real talk.
