Pollock Residential Elevator

The Pollock Residential Elevator provides a stylish, space-saving way to travel safely and comfortably between floors of your home.

Designed for homeowners who want greater accessibility without the construction requirements of a traditional elevator, Pollock uses a shaftless, through-floor design that can be installed in many existing homes as well as new construction.

Whether you're planning to age in place, use a wheelchair or other mobility device, or simply want the convenience of an elevator in your home, Pollock combines accessibility, modern styling, and smooth operation in a compact residential system.

Key Features

• Shaftless residential elevator design
• No traditional elevator hoistway required
• No deep elevator pit required
• No separate machine room
• Designed for installation in many existing homes
• Multiple cabin sizes available
• Wheelchair and mobility-device-friendly configurations
• Smooth and quiet through-floor travel
• Rear-mounted double rail system
• Winding drum drive technology
• Full-height cabin door
• Low-profile shallow entry ramp
• Integrated LED cabin lighting
• Grab bar with built-in controls
• In-cabin emergency phone
• Automatic safety features
• Optional folding seat
• Optional 7" digital display
• Optional customizable mood lighting
• Multiple finish and design choices

Pollock offers multiple cabin dimensions and options to accommodate different homes and mobility requirements.

A Home Elevator Without a Traditional Shaft

One of the biggest advantages of a Pollock Home Elevator is its shaftless design.

Traditional residential elevators can require a dedicated hoistway, elevator pit, machine room, and substantial structural modifications.

The Pollock elevator travels between floors through a fitted opening and is guided by two rails positioned behind the cabin. It uses a shallow transition ramp instead of requiring a traditional deep elevator pit.

This can make Pollock an excellent option for homeowners who want to add an elevator to an existing two-story home without undertaking the construction associated with a conventional elevator.

Designed for Existing Homes

You don't necessarily need to be building a new house to add a residential elevator.

Depending on the home's layout, a Pollock elevator can potentially be installed in areas such as:

• Living rooms
• Bedrooms
• Hallways
• Closet areas
• Near an existing staircase
• Other locations with suitable vertical space between floors

The best location depends on available floor space, structural conditions, electrical access, mobility needs, and local building requirements.

Wheelchair & Mobility Device Accessibility

For someone who relies on a wheelchair, power wheelchair, scooter, walker, or other mobility aid, getting between floors can be one of the biggest challenges to remaining in a multi-story home.

A Pollock Residential Elevator can allow the user to travel between floors without transferring onto a stair lift.

Multiple cabin dimensions are available, allowing the elevator to be configured around different mobility and accessibility requirements.

Smooth & Quiet Winding Drum Drive

Pollock residential elevators use a winding drum drive system.

The system uses a motor and steel cable to raise and lower the elevator along precision guide rails. Unlike hydraulic elevator systems, it does not require hydraulic fluid, a traditional machine room, or counterweights.

Pollock highlights the system's quiet operation, compact installation, relatively low maintenance requirements, and ability to operate using household electrical service.

Low-Profile Entry Ramp

Accessibility isn't only about getting from one floor to another. Getting into and out of the elevator also matters.

Pollock uses a shallow, low-profile entry ramp designed to provide easier entry for users with mobility devices and reduce the transition into the elevator cabin.

This is especially helpful for wheelchair, walker, and mobility aid users.

Modern Residential Design

A home accessibility product doesn't have to make your house feel like a medical facility.

Pollock elevators are designed to blend into residential interiors, with a modern enclosed cabin and multiple customization options.

Available features and upgrades include:

• Different cabin sizes
• Custom cabin colors
• Flooring options
• LED cabin lighting
• Customizable mood lighting
• Optional folding seat
• Optional 7" digital display
• Integrated grab bar and controls

Pollock includes standard LED cabin lighting, while optional mood lighting allows homeowners to customize the cabin's lighting color and atmosphere.

Full-Height Door

The Pollock Residential Elevator features a full-height cabin door, helping create a more enclosed residential elevator experience.

The design provides greater cabin coverage and privacy while contributing to the elevator's finished appearance inside the home.

Easy-to-Reach Controls

Pollock integrates the operating controls into the cabin's grab bar.

This gives the rider a stable place to hold while keeping the controls within convenient reach.

External controls are also provided at the floors served by the elevator, allowing the lift to be called when needed.

Built With Safety in Mind

Residential elevator safety is extremely important, particularly when the elevator is being installed for someone with limited mobility.

Pollock describes residential elevator safety systems that include features such as:

• Emergency stop controls
• Battery backup
• Automatic door locking
• Smooth starting and stopping
• In-cabin emergency communication
• Integrated lighting

The exact features and configuration should be confirmed for the specific Pollock model being installed.

Optional Folding Seat

For users who would rather sit during travel, an optional folding seat is available.

The seat can be folded down when needed and stored out of the way when additional cabin space is preferred.

Optional 7" Digital Display

For a more modern cabin experience, Pollock offers an optional 7-inch digital display.

The display provides clear floor information and controls while adding a more premium, technology-focused appearance to the elevator cabin.

Why Choose a Pollock Residential Elevator?

The Pollock Residential Elevator is particularly attractive for homeowners who want long-term whole-home accessibility without installing a traditional elevator shaft.

Compared with a stair lift, a residential elevator can allow a wheelchair or mobility-device user to move between floors without transferring out of their mobility equipment.

Compared with many traditional residential elevators, Pollock's shaftless design can reduce the amount of construction required, making it particularly appealing for retrofit installations in existing homes.

Stair Lift vs. VPL vs. Pollock Home Elevator

Choosing the right accessibility solution depends on your home and mobility needs.

A stair lift may be best when the user can safely transfer into a seat and the staircase is the primary obstacle.

A vertical platform lift (VPL) may be best for a wheelchair or scooter user who needs to overcome a shorter elevation change, such as a porch, garage entrance, or deck.

A Pollock Residential Elevator may be best when you want convenient, long-term access between floors of a multi-story home, especially when staying in the home and aging in place are priorities.

A Great Option for Aging in Place

For many homeowners, adding a home elevator isn't just about today's mobility needs. It's about making the home easier to use for years to come.

A residential elevator can provide easier access to bedrooms, bathrooms, living areas, and other parts of a multi-level home while reducing reliance on the stairs.

It can also make everyday tasks like moving laundry, groceries, luggage, and household items between floors easier.

Professional Home Evaluation & Installation

Every home is different, so a residential elevator should be professionally evaluated before ordering.

Important considerations include:

• Available floor space
• Floor-to-floor travel
• Elevator location
• Cabin size
• Wheelchair or mobility device dimensions
• Entry and exit configuration
• Structural requirements
• Electrical requirements
• Local building codes and permits
• User accessibility requirements

Our mobility experts can help determine whether a Pollock Residential Elevator will work in your home and help you choose the right configuration.

Need Help With a Pollock Home Elevator?

Thinking about adding a Pollock Residential Elevator to your home?

Call our mobility experts at (803) 926-1493.

We'll help you review your home, mobility needs, available space, and installation options to determine whether a Pollock home elevator is the right accessibility solution for you.

 

Free assessments are offered in Columbia, South Carolina, and the surrounding area.