Residential Dumbwaiters

Dumbwaiters are small elevators that are used to transport goods and supplies between floors. They are used in commercial settings, such as hospitals and restaurants, and are also very popular in residential settings.

People use dumbwaiters to transport things like food, books, laundry, and groceries between floors. They can make stocking the pantry a breeze or to deliver the soup without spilling a drop. Dumbwaiters are also frequently used by those who are mobility challenged and cannot easily use the stairs. A quality dumbwaiter will increase functionality around the home, while increasing a homes value and appeal.

Dumbwaiters are often used to link the garage to the kitchen, but can be installed pretty much anywhere as long as there is a vertical shaft between floors. They usually require at least a 2′ x 2′ shaft, but depending on the model this figure can vary. In addition to being used on multiple floors, a dumbwaiter can be configured to open on different sides at each stop, which improves installation flexibility.

Manual dumbwaiters have been used for hundreds of years and are still available today. Most manual dumbwaiters now use a guided rail system to ensure stability. They also make use of gears and pulleys to reduce the amount of pressure it takes to raise or lower the dumbwaiter.

Recently electric powered dumbwaiters have gained popularity and are very popular in new homes. They tend to cost a little more than a manual dumbwaiter, but electric dumbwaiters can support much more weight and require only the push of a button to travel between floors.

Dumbwaiters have been used to help make housework easier and more efficient. They have roots that span back many centuries and, due to advances in technology, are very popular today.