Commercial Lifts - Lift-Aids, Inc

A side-by-side comparison of two types of outdoor accessibility lifts on metal staircases: a Vertical Platform Lift (VPL) on the left, which moves straight up and down, and an Inclined Platform Lift (IPL) on the right, which travels along the angle of the stairs.

29 Oct Vertical vs. Inclined Platform Lifts: Which Fits Your Accessibility Needs?

Summary: When it comes to accessibility, not every building or space can accommodate a traditional elevator. That's where platform lifts come in—safe, reliable systems that make vertical travel possible for wheelchair users in both homes and public buildings. In this article, we'll explain the difference between...

A stainless steel dumbwaiter car and landing doors set within dark wood paneling in a commercial setting, featuring call buttons on the jamb, showcasing a modern, professional-grade service lift.

21 Oct Modern Dumbwaiters: Compact Convenience for Homes and Businesses

Posted at 10:34h in Commercial Accessibility, Commercial Lifts, Dumbwaiters, Residential Lifts

Summary: Modern dumbwaiters have evolved significantly from the creaky lifts of decades past. Today, they're quiet, efficient, and designed to move everything from dishes and groceries to office supplies and medical items between floors—safely and effortlessly. In this article, we'll explain how dumbwaiters work, where they're...

Vertical platform lift (VPL) installed in a commercial or community center entrance area with a short set of stairs, illustrating a cost-effective accessibility upgrade for a business qualifying for Section 179.

25 Sep Section 179 Savings: Accessibility Upgrades Could Save Your Business Money

Posted at 16:17h in Commercial Lifts, LU/LA Elevators, Vertical Platform Lifts

Summary: Each year, the U.S. tax code provides business owners with a valuable opportunity to invest in their facilities while reducing their taxable income. Section 179 of the IRS tax code allows you to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment—including accessibility products like LU/LA...

Interior of a stylish, moody retrofit space, likely a restaurant or bar, showing a compact LU/LA elevator entrance with a dark door blended into a brick wall, demonstrating how the lift integrates into older buildings.

18 Sep LU/LA Elevators in Retrofits: Eliminate the 4-Foot Pit

Posted at 16:03h in Commercial Lifts, LU/LA Elevators, Retrofitting

Summary: Retrofitting an older building for accessibility can be expensive and disruptive—especially when traditional elevators require deep pits, major excavation, and structural changes. A Limited-Use/Limited-Application (LU/LA) elevator addresses this issue with a shallow 14-inch pit, a smaller footprint, and more straightforward installation. Designed for low-rise buildings...

Interior view of a modern building hallway with a residential lift or commercial LU/LA elevator system featuring large, sleek glass doors, emphasizing modern design and professional installation.

15 Sep Licensed Elevator Contractors: Reducing Builder Risk in North Texas

Posted at 15:47h in Commercial Lifts, Elevator Compliance, Residential Elevators

Summary: From accessibility lifts to LU/LA elevators, every project involving vertical transportation comes with strict safety and code requirements. Choosing a licensed Texas Elevator Contractor isn't just best practice—it's protection against costly delays, failed inspections, and compliance risks. In this article, we'll explain what licensing really...