Millions of people get into and out of elevators throughout their day without giving it a second thought. They press the call button, wait until it arrives, step in, and wait for the doors to close. Once they get to the floor they want, they wait for the doors to open, they get out and go about their business. Elevators are everywhere including apartment buildings, malls, office buildings, government buildings, public places, and even some in private homes. They are rarely even noticed until they stop working. At that point people in the elevator will panic, those waiting for an elevator will complain, and some will mumble and groan as they take the stairs.
Appointments will be delayed, businesses will slow down, and some people will be stranded on whatever floor they were on until the elevator is repaired. Those people with limited mobility or those in a wheelchair will not be able to use the stairs. Emergency repairs can fix the problem as quickly as possible, but there are ways to avoid a breakdown in the first place. Companies like Elevator Technologies Inc. in Arlington VA offer preventative maintenance contracts that help businesses and building managers save time and money. Routine maintenance not only ensures the elevator will operate energy-efficiently, but it also makes people aware of minor repairs before they become major repairs. That saves a lot of money. Repairing an elevator motor, for example, costs a lot less than replacing it.
Preventative maintenance contracts cover the doors, shaft, cab, motor, interior, and controls of the elevator. It is also scheduled to accommodate the business, so disruptions are kept to a minimum. A contract means service and maintenance will not be forgotten, so owners and managers have one less thing to worry about. In between maintenance, any signs of an issue should generate a call to the company to have it checked out. Overheating, sudden high energy use, slow response times, or a hesitation to start, can be an indication that something is wrong. Call Elevator Technologies Inc. in Arlington VA as soon as possible to avoid a possible breakdown. Click Here for details regarding all services, to schedule a consultation, or to get a free estimate on service or sales.
