Commercial and Residential Dumbwaiters

An important ingredient of multi-storied Victorian homes, the dumbwaiters was once only powered by hands pulling a rope attached to a pulley. Now dumbwaiters are manual as well as electric and have grown to incorporate many applications. Significant is the fact that dumbwaiters are available in as many models as are elevators at a varied price range. The varied applications of commercial and residential dumbwaiters point to the fact that there’s a dumbwaiter for every need.

Dumbwaiters work on the same principle as elevators, moving things (laundry, groceries, toys, etc.) up and down floors. Electric dumbwaiters are the most common, powered by a 3 or 4 h/p motor accommodating 2 or 3 stops with capacities varying according to your need (generally up to 750 pounds). But you can always get customized dumbwaiters depending on your precise need, with further features to accentuate the looks of your dumbwaiter cabinet and cover to make it add something special to your home. It goes without saying that additions like elevators and dumbwaiters increase the value of your home.

Electric dumbwaiters may be costlier than the manual ones. However, electric dumbwaiters have great features and are easier to operate.

• Thanks to the electric motor you only have to press a button and the dumbwaiter will take care of the rest.

• Commercial and residential dumbwaiters run on a track system to facilitate easier movement.

• Safety brakes and interlocks are built-in, that automatically kick-in when the door of the dumbwaiter is open, to prevent it from moving.

• Commercial and residential dumbwaiters can be locked with key to prevent usage when not necessary.

• Electric dumbwaiters may cost anywhere from $3000 to $7000, while extra charges take care of the installation.

Dumbwaiters are primary mobility solutions especially for the elderly and the disabled who can easily transport stuff to wherever they wish to in their home. You can now easily go through all the dumbwaiters on offer through the Internet. The most important inventions are often the ones we overlook and that help us in our day-to-day living. Commercial and residential dumbwaiters are the perfect example.

Anthony Robbins is working as a design consultant at Day Elevator & Lift, a premier provider of stairlifts, elevators and wheelchair lifts for residential and commercial applications throughout the tri-state area, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut. DAY’s mission is to eliminate accessibility challenges in the homes and businesses through the comprehensive design, installation, and service of high-quality products by our knowledgeable professionals. We strive to improve the quality of life for our customers and employees by upholding our values of reliability, respect, and personalized attention.