Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Home Elevators & Dumbwaiters by Inclinator Company of America Company of America
Inclinator Company of America Company of America has been a pioneering force in residential elevator manufacturing for nearly a century. Founded in 1923 by C.C. Crispen, our company revolutionized home mobility with the invention of the first electric residential elevator. We specialize in crafting customizable, American-made elevators and dumbwaiters designed to meet the evolving needs of homeowners and architects. Our commitment to quality is evident in every product, which undergoes rigorous testing to exceed international safety standards like ASME A17.3. With a nationwide network of authorized dealers, we ensure seamless installation, maintenance, and support for every system we produce. Our dedication to innovation has expanded our offerings to include advanced drive systems, diverse cab styles, and accessibility solutions that enhance both functionality and aesthetics.We prioritize safety through features like code-compliant gates, backup power systems, and interlocking doors that protect users of all abilities. As a family-owned business, we maintain the same core values established at our founding: creating solutions that allow families to remain in their homes with comfort and independence. Our products cater to diverse applications, from compact personal elevators fitting closet-sized spaces to commercial-grade dumbwaiters capable of transporting heavy loads. We collaborate closely with architects and builders to integrate our systems into new constructions or retrofit existing homes with minimal structural modifications. This legacy of excellence, spanning nearly 100 years, positions us as the most trusted name in residential vertical transportation solutions.
Services
Home Elevators
Dumbwaiters
Custom Cab Styles
Retrofit Solutions
Dealer Installation
Details
- Year established: 1923
Highlights and features
- We offer 90+ years of specialized expertise in residential elevator manufacturing
- Our elevators feature customizable cab styles to match any home decor
- We include advanced safety features meeting ASME A17.3 international standards
- Our nationwide dealer network ensures professional installation and service
- All products are American-made with commercial-grade durability
What people say
Dedicated to customers
Communication amazing
Quality craftsmanship
Services
Home Elevators
Our home elevators provide seamless vertical transportation for residential properties. These systems enhance mobility for individuals with accessibility needs while adding property value. Customizable options include various cab sizes, drive systems, and interior finishes to match home decor. Each elevator meets ASME A17.3 safety standards with features like backup power and interlocking doors. Professional installation through our dealer network ensures optimal performance and long-term reliability.
Dumbwaiters
Residential dumbwaiters transport goods between floors safely and efficiently. Our Homewaiter systems handle up to 120 lbs across 35 feet with customizable dimensions and finishes. Ideal for groceries, laundry, and household items, these units feature safety interlocks and emergency lowering mechanisms. Available in painted steel with optional stainless steel or wood veneer finishes for seamless home integration.
Custom Cab Styles
Five standard cab styles range from modern acrylic panels to solid wood finishes. Custom options allow complete design personalization with wall materials, flooring, ceilings, and lighting choices. This flexibility ensures perfect coordination with existing home interiors while maintaining structural integrity and safety compliance. Each cab accommodates one or two-side entrance configurations for spatial optimization.
Retrofit Solutions
Specialized retrofitting adapts existing homes for elevator installation with minimal structural changes. Our engineers design systems fitting spaces as small as standard closets using compact drive mechanisms. This includes shaftway planning, structural reinforcement, and code compliance verification to ensure safe, efficient installation in established properties without compromising home aesthetics.
Dealer Installation
Factory-trained dealers handle complete installation and maintenance through our nationwide network. This ensures proper system setup, code compliance verification, and ongoing service support. Dealers provide local expertise for site preparation, customization, and annual inspections while maintaining our quality standards for long-term product performance and customer satisfaction.
Questions
How much does a home elevator cost?
Prices vary based on cab style, drive system, and installation requirements. Contact local dealers for customized quotes.
Do your elevators accommodate wheelchairs?
Yes, our elevators are designed to meet ADA accessibility standards for wheelchair users.
What space requirements exist for installation?
Elevators can fit spaces as small as 35x35 inches up to 15 square feet depending on model.
What happens during power outages?
Backup battery systems automatically lower cabs safely to the bottom floor during outages.
How many floors can your elevators reach?
Systems accommodate up to six landings with travel distances of 40-50 feet depending on model.
Reviews (5)
Pennoak
Nov 05, 2019
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EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTED WITH THEIR SERVICE.THEY DONT SEEM TO CARE ABOUT ANYTHING OTHER THAN SELLING THE UNIT.I PURCHASED FROM THEM INSTEAD OF OTHERS BELIEVING THAT A PENNSYLVANIA COMPANY WOULD SERVICE UNIT PROPERLY.SAME PROBLEM GOING ON FOR YEARS
Marchal Stevenson Elevator
Feb 27, 2019
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We absolutely enjoy working with Inclinator! From their elevator production department to their parts department, they are always accommodating to our needs.
How Media
Jan 27, 2019
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They are totally dedicated to their customers, their communication is amazing, and they are so nice! We would definitely recommend Inclinator Company of America!
James Trapp
Dec 09, 2018
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The technical and support staff in Harrisburg we're marginally helpful, since I am not an authorized Inclinator service man. They did, however, give me the name of Iacony, who is their authorized service company. Although they were able to physically come to repair the 50 year old machine, the owner did offer technical support which enabled me to get the machine to work properly.
Craig Dranbauer
Dec 27, 2017
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I built a three story house that was completed in May, 2013. An Inclinator elevator was installed during construction. It worked without any problems for the first 3 1/2 years. Since then, it breaks down about once a month. Various parts have been replaced which after ordering sometimes takes weeks to get in. It's been unreliable and I'm disappointed I put one in. I would not recommend an Inclinator elevator to anyone and would strongly suggest if you are thinking of installing an home elevator you explore using another brand.
