# Condo with Elevator **URL:** \ **Category:** Interior Inspections\ **Created:** [February 22, 2023, 5:51pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984 "2023-02-22T17:51:11Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![jduncan3](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/jduncan3/32/179627_2.png) [@jduncan3](https://forum.nachi.org/u/jduncan3)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 5:51pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/1 "2023-02-22T17:51:11Z")
Next week I have an inspection for a condo with a private elevator. Looking for some insight into how other inspectors deal with elevators. Besides riding the elevator up and down, not sure what else I can do. Plan on noting in the report that the elevator was functional/Not and that the buyers should have an Elevator company services the system. Any thoughts should be appreciated. ---
**Author:** ![srechkin](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/srechkin/32/180448_2.png) [@srechkin](https://forum.nachi.org/u/srechkin)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 5:55pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/2 "2023-02-22T17:55:34Z")
Disclaim it. Any comments are a courtesy only and in no way an inspection of the unit. ---
**Author:** ![ndegaris](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/ndegaris/32/410567_2.png) [@ndegaris](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ndegaris)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 5:59pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/3 "2023-02-22T17:59:00Z")
> [@jduncan3](#): > > buyers should have an Elevator company services the system. Yes And disclaim inspection of it. Beyond the SOP ---
**Author:** ![jmckee](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/jmckee/32/211009_2.png) [@jmckee](https://forum.nachi.org/u/jmckee)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 6:00pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/4 "2023-02-22T18:00:10Z")
way above Your pay grade…defer to an expert… ---
**Author:** ![ddagostino](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/ddagostino/32/60136_2.png) [@ddagostino](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ddagostino)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 10:46pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/5 "2023-02-22T22:46:23Z")
> [@jduncan3](#): > > Besides riding the elevator up and down, I wouldn’t touch any part of it, or even push the buttons, let alone ride in the thing. As has been stated, declaim the entire thing. ---
**Author:** ![ruecker](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/ruecker/32/357170_2.png) [@ruecker](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ruecker)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 11:12pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/6 "2023-02-22T23:12:11Z")
No reason not to ride it and at least check out what you can see. I would first cycle it without being in it just to make sure it works though, lol. But you can report on if it makes any unreasonable noises, whether it travels smoothly, that it stops right at the floor level without a trip hazard, and so on. Just make sure to state in the report that it was a limited visual inspection, just like we do for things like chimneys. Then recommend the client have an elevator company come give it a full inspection and certification. ---
**Author:** ![jmckee](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/jmckee/32/211009_2.png) [@jmckee](https://forum.nachi.org/u/jmckee)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 11:19pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/7 "2023-02-22T23:19:12Z")
![Danger Will Robinson GIFs | Tenor](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/original/4X/e/d/9/ed94626a2c2bb9258f2ae3ddaf06b23235cb4899.gif) ---
**Author:** ![kleonard](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/kleonard/32/170953_2.png) [@kleonard](https://forum.nachi.org/u/kleonard)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 11:21pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/8 "2023-02-22T23:21:07Z")
I’ve done many condo’s in the past with elevators. I would disclaim it in my PIA and wouldn’t even mention it my your report. ---
**Author:** ![ruecker](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/ruecker/32/357170_2.png) [@ruecker](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ruecker)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 11:24pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/9 "2023-02-22T23:24:13Z")
> [@kleonard](#): > > I’ve done many condo’s in the past with elevators. I would disclaim it in my PIA and wouldn’t even mention it my your report… But this is a private elevator, which I assume is inside the unit. You wouldn’t even run it up and down? I feel like the client would like someone to at least make sure it works. I would at least put it through its paces and look for any obvious damage or other concerns. But then recommend an elevator company be brought in to do a complete inspection. ---
**Author:** ![jfrederick](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/jfrederick/32/58314_2.png) [@jfrederick](https://forum.nachi.org/u/jfrederick)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 11:25pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/10 "2023-02-22T23:25:21Z")
Pop the top at the ceiling, hoist yourself up, & inspect the whole sumbich just like John McClane. Pro tip: Keep your shoes on. ---
**Author:** ![bcawhern1](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/bcawhern1/32/408713_2.png) [@bcawhern1](https://forum.nachi.org/u/bcawhern1)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 11:31pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/11 "2023-02-22T23:31:23Z")
> [@ruecker](#): > > You wouldn’t even run it up and down? Nope, lol. I understand the client may want some information and I love my customers…but [https://youtu.be/9X\_ViIPA-Gc](https://youtu.be/9X_ViIPA-Gc) ---
**Author:** ![mparks3](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/mparks3/32/277434_2.png) [@mparks3](https://forum.nachi.org/u/mparks3)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 11:38pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/12 "2023-02-22T23:38:32Z")
I am sure that this may vary by state. I only know about Ohio. I am not certified to do these and have no desire to take anymore tests. [https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-4105.02](https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-4105.02) ![image](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/original/4X/0/4/a/04af1552e5036965bc4380a1920c98d78134598d.png) ---
**Author:** ![ruecker](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/ruecker/32/357170_2.png) [@ruecker](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ruecker)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 11:41pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/13 "2023-02-22T23:41:19Z")
> [@bcawhern1](#): > > Nope, lol. I understand the client may want some information and I love my customers…but.. It’s just an elevator, not a nuclear reactor. Who can resist a couple rides up and down? Of course I would send it empty first, lol. Just in case it doesn’t work. ---
**Author:** ![srechkin](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/srechkin/32/180448_2.png) [@srechkin](https://forum.nachi.org/u/srechkin)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 11:46pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/14 "2023-02-22T23:46:52Z")
Don’t get stuck in it with the agent [or do], the help may take a while to get to you 🙂 ![image](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/original/4X/2/a/c/2ac56b7fc6617698fe585079c6da8ba9f098d0e1.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![ddagostino](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/ddagostino/32/60136_2.png) [@ddagostino](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ddagostino)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 11:47pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/15 "2023-02-22T23:47:52Z")
> [@ruecker](#): > > I feel like the client would like someone to at least make sure it works. Well, what if “works” also means some unknown-to-the-inspector feature has been deactivated or is non-operational? Way too many issues (entrapment, etc) Touch it and own it…so stay out of it and away from it. ---
**Author:** ![bcawhern1](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/bcawhern1/32/408713_2.png) [@bcawhern1](https://forum.nachi.org/u/bcawhern1)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 11:48pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/16 "2023-02-22T23:48:21Z")
> [@ruecker](#): > > It’s just an elevator, not a nuclear reactor. Who can resist a couple rides up and down? Of course I would send it empty first, lol. Just in case it doesn’t work. I treat them like pools. They are not included in the inspection. Riding the elevator gives them so little information that I am not sure the risk is worth the reward. It may be best to tell them how important regular maintenance and inspection is vs a cursory looksie. ---
**Author:** ![imayer](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/imayer/32/197054_2.png) [@imayer](https://forum.nachi.org/u/imayer)\ **Post date:** [February 22, 2023, 11:54pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/17 "2023-02-22T23:54:32Z")
I don’t touch elevators or elevator equipment. There is too much that go wrong with them. And as mentioned, some states/cities require a special license to inspect elevators. So commenting on one could be considered practicing without a license. ---
**Author:** ![pstokle](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/pstokle/32/172938_2.png) [@pstokle](https://forum.nachi.org/u/pstokle)\ **Post date:** [February 23, 2023, 12:06am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/18 "2023-02-23T00:06:26Z")
The residence has an elevator. Elevators are beyond the scope of the inspection and a certified and licensed elevator inspector is recommended for further evaluation. Enough Said! ---
**Author:** ![kleonard](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/kleonard/32/170953_2.png) [@kleonard](https://forum.nachi.org/u/kleonard)\ **Post date:** [February 23, 2023, 12:14am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/19 "2023-02-23T00:14:49Z")
> [@ruecker](#): > > > [@kleonard](#): > > > > I’ve done many condo’s in the past with elevators. I would disclaim it in my PIA and wouldn’t even mention it my your report… > > But this is a private elevator, which I assume is inside the unit. You wouldn’t even run it up and down? I feel like the client would like someone to at least make sure it works. I would at least put it through its paces and look for any obvious damage or other concerns. But then recommend an elevator company be brought in to do a complete inspection. Nope, I’d steer clear, I don’t ops check stair lifts either. 🛗 If it was a permanant fixture in the actual unit, I would request further evaluation by a qualified elevator technician. ---
**Author:** ![ruecker](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/user_avatar/forum.nachi.org/ruecker/32/357170_2.png) [@ruecker](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ruecker)\ **Post date:** [February 23, 2023, 12:20am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984/20 "2023-02-23T00:20:03Z")
> [@kleonard](#): > > Nope, I’d steer clear, I don’t ops check stair lifts either. I had this wheelchair lift in a small commercial property last year. I rode the heck outta that thing, lol. ![IMG_20220927_104916846](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/original/4X/e/c/a/eca9bb8f09b25b7f44d69ecc4d888110c7fc70ba.jpeg) ![IMG_20220927_104551118](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/original/4X/4/6/1/46128fd8b9d5d4a21373861dec44f8afa6b334c5.jpeg) ![IMG_20220927_104904957](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/internachi/original/4X/2/4/9/249d9b191e8621217565f2e3d84fdcd668bf339e.jpeg) [Next page](https://forum.nachi.org/t/condo-with-elevator/225984.md?page=2)