Home Elevators in Winston Salem, NC
A self-supporting, air-driven elevator for your Winston Salem, NC home, so every floor stays part of your daily life as the years go by.
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A PVE air-driven home elevator with its panoramic design, shown in a private home.
An easier way between the floors of your Winston Salem home
An elevator that fits the home you already love, so the stairs stop deciding your day.
Some trips up the stairs are worth it. Others start to cost you. If your bedroom is on the second floor of your Winston Salem home and your knees, a recent surgery or a partner's mobility now slow every climb, a home elevator lets you keep living on every level. You stay in the house you chose, close to the rooms you use.
A PVE elevator is a residential elevator that runs on air. A change in air pressure lifts the cabin, and gravity helps it come back down. It is self-supporting, so it stands on your finished floor with no pit below and no shaft framed around it in standard installations.
That is why it suits the mix of homes you find in a city like Winston Salem: an older two-story house, a home with a finished basement, or a new build still on paper. Most of what your house needs is a finished opening between floors and a dedicated electrical line. A dealer visit confirms the best spot.
The cleanest home elevator on the market.
The system runs on household power and uses no harmful oils or lubricants. If the power goes out during a ride, the cabin descends to the lowest floor at safety speed and the door unlocks.
- 01Air lifts you up
A vacuum pump at the top of the unit changes the air pressure and the cab rises.
- 02Gravity brings you down
Air is let back in and the cab descends. No oils, hydraulic fluid or lubricants.
- 03Runs on household current
Low power draw, so it works alongside the solar arrays many homes now have.
The most sustainable home elevator available. Anywhere.
- Pneumatic technology
- No shaft, pit or machine room
- Installed in 2 to 3 days
- Panoramic design
- Three sizes and a square
Four models. One for every home.
If you ride alone and your space is tight, the PVE30 is the compact choice. The PVE37 and The Cube give room for two, which suits a couple who share the trip, and The Cube is made for two- and three-story homes. If a wheelchair is part of your day, start with the PVE52 and ride one at a dealer first.
PVE30
- Riders
- 1 passenger
Start here for one rider when conserving floor space is a priority.
Explore PVE30
PVE37
- Riders
- 2 passengers
Compare this round model when you want room for two riders within its rated capacity.
Explore PVE37
PVE52
- Riders
- 3 passengers
Start here when wheelchair access is a project requirement. Confirm the chair, rider, door opening and cabin fit together.
Explore PVE52
The Cube
- Riders
- 2 passengers
Consider this square model for a two-person layout, including potential corner placement after a site review.
Explore The CubePVE52 wheelchair suitability depends on the individual chair and user. Residential wheelchair access does not mean ADA compliance.
Serving homeowners across North Carolina.
PVE serves Winston Salem through its network of authorized dealers, the same trained teams that look after homes across North Carolina. Whether you live in the city or a nearby town, the process is the same: a visit to your home, a clear quote and a scheduled install. If you are planning for a parent who lives in another part of the state, we can help there too.
- Winston SalemYou are here
- Asheville
- Charlotte
- Durham
- Greensboro
- Raleigh
- Wilmington
Safe, simple and made to be seen.
Here is what a PVE home elevator brings to your Winston Salem home, and why each point matters for the way you will use it every day.
Calm when the power goes out
If the power fails while the elevator is running, the cabin comes down to the lowest floor at safety speed and the door lock opens. No one has to wait inside for the lights to return, which matters most when a parent rides alone.
Kind to the home you have
There is no pit to dig and no hoistway to frame in standard installations. The elevator rests on your existing floor, so an older house keeps its character and a newer one avoids a large remodel.
Installed in days, not months
Once the floor openings and power are ready, installation typically takes 2 to 3 days. You get back to normal life quickly, and your household routine is not taken over by a long project.
A view all the way around
Panoramic 360 degree visibility is a defining part of the design. The aluminum frame and polycarbonate panels keep the cabin bright and open, so the elevator looks like a feature of your home rather than an add-on.
Low maintenance, local care
The system uses no harmful oils, gases or lubricants. Your authorized dealer sets up a service schedule, with an inspection at least every 6 months, and is the person you call with any question.
Assembled in the USA
Every elevator is assembled in the USA and factory-tested in Miami, Florida. PVE has designed and manufactured air-driven home elevators since 2002, and its elevators are certified by Liftinstituut and A17.7 code compliant.
Real PVE installations.
What homeowners say.
Real words from families who added a PVE elevator to the home they love.
We are not age-limited with the elevator. At any age, it's like living on a single floor. We've been here 5 years and it's never needed anything. The elevator has been flawless.
My house was built in 1925 and it was hard to get something to fit in with the décor of my home, but the PVE fit in perfectly. I am thrilled with the design, engineering, and reliability of the elevator by PVE.
It turns a 2-story into a ranch concept! It's for the ease & access but also for the resale. I think the investment is worth it!
What happens during installation?
Your installation plan should cover the work before the elevator arrives as well as assembly and testing.
- Review the home
Confirm the layout, the people using the elevator and the levels it needs to serve.
- Confirm the model and location
Check dimensions, landing access and the requirements for the selected configuration.
- Prepare the site
Complete the agreed structural and electrical work and arrange the required permits and inspections.
- Install and hand over
Assemble and test the elevator, complete required approvals, and explain operation and ongoing care.
Timing depends on site preparation, the selected model and local requirements.
Let's talk numbersHome elevator cost in Winston Salem.
What you pay depends on the model, how many floors you want to reach, and the site work your home needs, such as floor openings, new wiring and the permit. An older home may need different prep than a new build, so a free quote gives you the price for your house.
For what shapes the price before you talk to us, read our guide to home elevator cost.
What affects your price
- ModelPVE30, PVE37, PVE52 or The Cube
- FloorsHow many levels the elevator serves
- Site workElectrical and structural prep, permits
- FinishThe colors and options you choose
Questions Winston Salem buyers ask before they order
Will an elevator work in a house that wasn't built for one?
In most cases, yes. A PVE elevator stands on your existing floor and needs no pit or shaft in standard installations, so it was designed with homes already standing in mind. Whether your Winston Salem home is a few years old or several decades old, what matters is a level floor, enough height on each level and room for an opening in the ceiling. A dealer visit checks all three and shows you where it can go.
Who gets the permit in Winston Salem, us or you?
Usually your authorized dealer takes the lead. A home elevator typically needs a building permit from the local office that covers your address, followed by an inspection. Your dealer knows what that office asks for and, in many cases, files the paperwork and schedules the inspection for you. Timing varies from project to project, so bring up the permit at your first meeting and the dealer will fold it into your schedule.
What happens between the first visit and the first ride?
There are four main steps: a home visit, a quote, site prep and the install. At the visit, the dealer looks at your space and talks through who will ride. After you approve the quote and the permit is in place, a contractor finishes the floor openings and an electrician runs the power. Then the crew installs the elevator, which typically takes 2 to 3 days once the prep is done.
What if the power goes off while my mother is riding?
She is able to get down safely by herself. In the event of a power loss in motion, the elevator cabin will be brought to the bottom floor at a speed set for safety and the door lock will disengage to let her out. No pressing of buttons or waiting on assistance is required. For those occasions when she makes the trip unaccompanied, there is an alarm and phone in the cabin for added peace of mind.
Which elevator should we choose if a wheelchair is part of daily life?
Start with the PVE52. It is the one PVE model built with wheelchair access in mind, with the widest door and the largest cabin. Wheelchairs differ, though, so not every chair will fit, and it is a home elevator, not an ADA compliant one. The best step is to ride a PVE52 at an authorized dealer with the chair you use every day. Then you will know before you order.
Can one elevator reach our basement and our top floor?
Yes, in many homes it can. The PVE30, PVE37 and PVE52 can serve up to 5 stops, with up to 50 feet of total rise, so one elevator can link a basement, a main floor and the levels above. The Cube is made for two- and three-story homes. Your dealer will check that the openings line up from floor to floor and help you decide which levels to serve.
Besides the elevator, what else should we plan to pay for?
Plan for the site prep. That usually means a finished opening in each floor the elevator passes through, a dedicated electrical line from a licensed electrician, and the permit. Some homes also need a little framing work or a floor made level where the elevator will stand. These needs vary from house to house, which is why the dealer looks at yours first. Your free quote will show what your home needs.
Once it's in, who keeps it running well?
Your local authorized dealer does. PVE works through trained dealers for installation and service, and every one of them is trained at the PVE facility in Miami. The elevator is low maintenance, with no harmful oils to change, but it should be inspected at least every 6 months. Your dealer sets up that schedule with you and is your first call if you ever have a question about your elevator.
Built for the way Winston Salem lives.
- Typical homes
- Two- and three-story houses, basements, new builds
- What it needs
- A level floor, an opening above, the right power
- Install time
- Typically 2 to 3 days after site prep
- Who it serves
- Aging in place, recovery, wheelchair users
The first question is not which model. It is where in your house the elevator will do the most good. In a two-story home, that is often a spot near the main living area that lines up with a hallway or a closet upstairs. Because the elevator stands on its own, it can sit in a corner, beside the stairs or in a room you rarely use. You do not have to give up a whole room to make it work.
If your home has some years on it, that is rarely a problem. An older house often has solid floors and good ceiling height, and a self-supporting elevator does not ask you to dig into the foundation. The dealer will check that the floor where it stands is fully level, that there is enough height above the top stop, and that the ceiling can be opened cleanly. If the height is short, a split unit or another option may help.
Many houses have a basement, a main floor and bedrooms above. If you want to reach all of them, the PVE30, PVE37 and PVE52 can serve up to 5 stops. One elevator can carry you from the laundry downstairs to the bedroom at the top. Tell the dealer which floors matter to you now and which may matter later, so the plan covers both.
No pit, no hoistway, no machine room in standard installations.
Think about the room the elevator will stand in, too. It needs a space kept at 65°F or warmer, so a heated part of the house works best. An unheated garage or a cold porch is usually not the right spot unless you condition that space. Inside your living area, the clear panels let light pass through, so the elevator feels open rather than boxed in.
Before work starts, your project will typically need a building permit from the local office that covers your address. Your authorized dealer knows the paperwork a home elevator needs and, in many cases, handles the filing and sets up the inspection. Timing varies, so ask about the permit at the first visit and build it into your plan. You will not be left to sort out the rules on your own.
Here is how the work usually unfolds. A contractor cuts and finishes the opening in the floor above, and a licensed electrician runs a dedicated line to the spot you chose. With that done, the PVE crew sets up the elevator, a job that typically needs just 2 to 3 days. Most families keep living at home through it, since nothing is dug and the dust stays close to the work area.
If you are building or remodeling, add the elevator to the plans early. Your architect or builder can line up the floor openings and run the power while the walls are open, which keeps later work small. If you are buying for a parent, plan around the rider: one person, a couple, or someone who may use a wheelchair later. A free consultation is the easiest way to see what your home needs.
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Tell us about your Winston Salem home: how many floors, who will ride and where you picture the elevator. We will connect you with an authorized dealer for a free consultation and a quote for your house, with no pressure to decide.
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