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    Home Elevator Services

    Home Elevator Installation Portland: Elegant Accessibility for Multi-Story Living

    Custom residential elevators designed for your home and lifestyle

    Transform your multi-story home with a custom residential elevator from Bearson Lifts. With 47 years of experience serving Portland and SW Washington, we design, build, and install home elevators that combine functionality, safety, and elegant design.

    Why Choose

    Benefits of a Home Elevator

    Future-Proofing

    Age in place comfortably in your beloved home

    Home Value

    Increase property value and marketability

    Convenience

    Easy transport of groceries, laundry, luggage

    Safety

    Eliminate fall risks from stairs

    Accessibility

    Wheelchair and walker friendly

    Multi-Generational

    Perfect for families with aging parents or young children

    Our Solutions

    Residential Elevator Solutions

    Featured

    Savaria Eclipse Home Elevator

    The Savaria Eclipse is our premier residential elevator, offering exceptional quality, reliability, and customization options to match any home décor.

    • 2-6 stop capability
    • 950 lb capacity
    • Multiple cab sizes and finishes
    • Smooth, quiet operation
    • Minimal space requirements (as small as 14 sq ft)
    • Energy efficient
    • Meets all safety codes

    Custom Options

    Every home is unique, and so should be your elevator. We offer extensive customization options to ensure your elevator complements your home's style.

    • Interior finishes (wood, metal, glass)
    • Cab sizes
    • Door configurations
    • Control panel styles
    • Lighting options
    Our Services

    Complete Elevator Installation Services

    Bearson Enterprises provides end-to-end elevator installation. We're not just installers—we're general contractors specializing in accessibility. We can handle the entire project from foundation to finishing touches.

    Free consultation & planning
    Custom elevator shaft design
    Interior shaft construction
    Exterior shaft construction
    Structural engineering coordination
    Elevator ordering & procurement
    Complete installation
    Electrical & control systems
    All permit handling
    State inspection coordination
    Training & ongoing support
    The Process

    What to Expect: Elevator Installation Timeline

    Average timeline: 8-10 weeks from order to completion. Bearson Enterprises handles every step, so you have one point of contact throughout the entire process.

    Week 1

    Consultation & Design

    Initial meeting, site assessment, and design planning

    Weeks 2-3

    Engineering & Permits

    Structural engineering and permit applications

    Weeks 4-6

    Shaft Construction

    Building the elevator shaft structure

    Weeks 7-9

    Elevator Delivery & Installation

    Equipment installation and system setup

    Week 10

    Testing & Inspection

    Final testing, state inspection, and training

    Flexibility

    New Construction vs. Retrofit

    New Construction

    Building a new home? Integrating an elevator from the start offers the most options and seamless installation.

    • Optimal placement options
    • Integrated with architectural plans
    • Cost-effective installation

    Retrofit / Existing Homes

    Our specialty for 47 years. We've installed elevators in Portland homes of every style and era.

    • Creative space solutions
    • Interior or exterior shafts
    • Minimal disruption to your home
    Your Safety

    Safety Features Standard on All Elevators

    Interlocked doors

    Emergency lighting

    Battery backup lowering

    Phone/emergency communication

    Obstruction sensors

    Smooth start/stop

    Handrails

    Non-slip flooring

    Investment

    Home Elevator Investment

    Elevator costs vary based on travel distance, cab size, and finish options. Every home is unique, which is why we provide detailed, no-obligation quotes specific to your project.

    Get Your Free Quote

    Factors Affecting Cost

    • Number of floors
    • Shaft construction requirements
    • Cab size and finishes
    • Control options
    • Site access and conditions

    Permits & Regulations

    All Bearson elevator installations include complete permit handling and required state inspections. We ensure your elevator meets all Oregon and Washington building codes and safety regulations. You don't have to worry about the paperwork—we handle it all.

    Elevate Your Home & Lifestyle

    Schedule your free home elevator consultation