Savaria Vuelift Panoramic Elevator in San Diego & Orange County, CA
Round, Octagonal and Mini Models
The Savaria Vuelift: a panoramic elevator that brings its own hoistway
The Savaria Vuelift is a panoramic, self-supporting home elevator. It arrives with a factory-built hoistway and a car made of clear acrylic or low-iron glass, so you do not frame a conventional shaft. The drive is a winding drum mounted on top of the car, which means no machine room. The aircraft cable is rated above 14,000 pounds. It meets or exceeds ASME A17.1, and Savaria calls for dealer inspection twice a year.
Advantage Elevator is a Savaria Elite dealer, so we quote, install and service the Vuelift from our Carlsbad and Costa Mesa offices. A fully installed home elevator in Southern California typically runs Pricing depends on the model, number of stops and construction — see what a home elevator costs. We quote your Vuelift after a free in-home measure.
- Six models: Mini, Round Acrylic, Round+ Glass, Octagonal Acrylic, Octagonal Glass and Octagonal+ Glass
- Capacity: 500 lb (Mini), 840 lb (acrylic), 950 lb (glass)
- Stops: up to several stops depending on model and local code
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Vuelift Octagonal panoramic elevator
Vuelift Round beside a staircase
Vuelift car-top winding drum drive
Three Vuelift shapes for three kinds of homes
Vuelift Round
Vuelift Octagonal
Vuelift Mini
Vuelift specifications
These figures come from Savaria’s published specifications. Dimensions and stops vary by model, so we confirm them on your quote after measuring.
| Item | Savaria Vuelift |
|---|---|
| Type | Shaftless, self-supporting with factory-built hoistway; car-top winding drum drive |
| Models | Mini; Round Acrylic; Round+ Glass; Octagonal Acrylic; Octagonal Glass; Octagonal+ Glass |
| Capacity | Mini 500 lb; acrylic 840 lb; glass 950 lb |
| Stops | Up to several stops, depending on model and local code |
| Speed | Mini 30 fpm; acrylic 32 fpm; glass 40 fpm |
| Floor cut-out | Mini 49 3/4 in; Round acrylic 62 in; Round+ Glass 65 1/8 in; Octagonal 55 3/8 in square; Octagonal+ 62 in square |
| Overhead | 96 in (Mini); 108 in other models |
| Cab height | 78 in (Mini); 84 in other models |
| Machine room | None |
| Noise | About 65 dB |
| Safety | Meets or exceeds ASME A17.1; aircraft cable rated above 14,000 lb |
Where a Vuelift makes sense in Southern California homes
Open-plan coastal homes. In Newport Beach, Encinitas, Del Mar and Solana Beach, living areas are built around views and light. A clear acrylic or glass car lets the elevator disappear into that space instead of walling off a stack of rooms, and you see the ocean or the garden on the way up.
Remodels where framing a shaft is a hassle. Older homes in Costa Mesa, Point Loma and Coronado are often tight, and cutting a shaft through finished rooms is expensive. The Vuelift arrives with its own hoistway, so the construction around it is smaller than for a conventional elevator.
Homes where the elevator should be a feature. Rancho Santa Fe estates, Laguna Beach view homes and La Jolla custom builds often put an elevator in a foyer or stair hall. The round and octagonal glass models are made to be seen.
If a Vuelift is more than you need, a Telecab or Luma through-floor lift may cost less. If you want a conventional, concealed shaft, compare the Eclipse and Zenith.
Finishes and design options
The frame is powder-coated, standard in black sandtex, or silver, white or grey Velvacoat, or any of 200 RAL colors. The car is low-iron glass or UV-resistant acrylic. Extra doors and a 90-degree option change how you enter and exit, and an MRL option is offered on the Mini and the Round+ Glass. See custom elevator finishes for more on matching the look to your home.
Power, space and structure
The Vuelift needs a floor cut-out sized to your model, overhead of 96 inches for the Mini or 108 inches for the other models, and a pit of a few inches up to 12 inches, or an access ramp in place of a pit. Because it is self-supporting, the structure carries its own load rather than relying on the surrounding house framing. We confirm the electrical requirements for your model on the free measure and put them in the written quote.
Two practical points. The glass models carry 950 pounds and run at 40 fpm; the acrylic models are lighter and slightly slower. And the Mini’s 50 inch footprint is a real constraint, so we measure your path before recommending it.
Warranty, installation and timeline
Savaria backs its residential products with a 36-month parts warranty through the dealer, and maintenance is required. We confirm the exact terms for the Vuelift on your written quote. Our maintenance plans give you the regular service Savaria expects, with a full inspection and safety-device testing.
Installation begins with the free estimate and measure. We prepare the floor openings, deliver the factory-built hoistway, assemble the unit, connect the power and finish with a test ride. We handle the building permit and inspection coordination with your city’s building department. Your quote includes a schedule for your model and home.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Vuelift cost installed?
Pricing depends on the model, number of stops and construction — see what a home elevator costs. Your Vuelift price depends on the model, number of stops, finishes and the construction in your home, and we quote it after a free in-home measure.
How many floors can a Vuelift serve?
It serves up to several stops depending on model and local code. We confirm the number for your home on the quote.
What is the difference between the acrylic and glass models?
Glass models carry 950 pounds and run at 40 fpm. Acrylic models carry 840 pounds and run at 32 fpm. The Mini carries 500 pounds at 30 fpm.
Does a Vuelift need a machine room?
No. The winding-drum drive sits on top of the car. There is no machine room.
Is the Vuelift safe in an earthquake or power outage?
It meets or exceeds ASME A17.1 and uses aircraft cable rated above 14,000 pounds. We confirm battery-lowering and backup features for your model on the quote.
