5 Signs Your Tacoma Elevator Needs Service – Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late
Your elevator is one of the most critical parts of your Tacoma building’s infrastructure.
Whether you’re managing an apartment complex, office building, or medical facility, neglecting early warning signs can lead to costly repairs, downtime, and even safety issues. In this post, our experts at Veteran Elevator highlight the five most common signs your elevator needs service—so you can act before it’s too late.
1. Strange Noises from the Elevator Shaft
If your elevator is making clanking, grinding, or screeching sounds, it’s time to take action. These noises often indicate worn mechanical parts, low lubrication, or motor issues. Left unchecked, this could lead to a full system shutdown.
Tacoma Tip: Building owners near the waterfront or in older Tacoma buildings (like Stadium District or Proctor) should especially monitor for sound-related issues due to environmental wear.
2. Slower Than Usual Ride Times
Are your tenants or customers complaining that the elevator takes too long to respond? A sluggish elevator is often a sign of aging control systems, hydraulic fluid problems, or a failing motor.
Veteran Elevator technicians can perform a speed test and control board analysis to determine the exact cause.
3. Doors Not Opening or Closing Smoothly
When doors hesitate, jam, or bounce, it may indicate sensor failures or alignment issues. Door problems are among the top service calls in Tacoma, especially in high-use downtown buildings.
Regular door calibration during maintenance prevents accidents and ADA compliance issues.
4. Frequent Shutdowns or Faults
Is your elevator frequently “getting stuck,” resetting, or showing fault codes? These failures not only frustrate tenants but can also signal a bigger issue like overheating motors, software faults, or failing relays.
At Veteran Elevator, our Tacoma-based emergency service team can be onsite quickly to diagnose and resolve these issues.
5. Noticeable Vibration or Uneven Movement
Elevators should feel smooth. If your ride feels bumpy, jerky, or misaligned at stops, it could be a symptom of worn guide rails, out-of-sync leveling systems, or unbalanced loads.
Early intervention saves thousands in long-term repair costs and avoids tenant injury.
Why Tacoma Property Owners Trust Veteran Elevator
Local Experts: Based right here in Tacoma and ready when you need us.
Veteran-Owned & Operated: We bring precision, reliability, and integrity.
Fast Response: Emergency calls typically handled within hours.
Modern Tools: Digital fault detection, maintenance tracking, and real-time diagnostics.
Don’t wait until something breaks. Let our licensed elevator professionals inspect your system and create a tailored maintenance plan for your Tacoma building.
