Preventative Maintenance

Preventative maintenance programs prolong the life of your elevator and keep it running safely and efficiently. We provide this service based on the frequency of use and the age of your elevator.

By initiating a preventative maintenance program, our technicians can keep your elevator operating reliably even in harsh industrial conditions.

We have several maintenance program options, including quarterly, bi-monthly, monthly, and bi-weekly. Our service professionals will recommend a maintenance plan that best fits your needs and budget and will schedule the maintenance visits at times when the elevator is not needed for critical use.

Our technicians travel in fully stocked trucks, so the parts and tools are readily available to make necessary repairs. We are able to work on any brand of elevator or type (rack and pinion, traction or hydraulic), with the appropriate parts handy.


Maintenance Services

  • Flexible maintenance schedules (monthly, quarterly, or bi-annually)
  • Lubrication and inspection
  • Permitting
  • Drop test service
  • Repair service
  • Spare parts
  • Emergency call-out service
  • Test weight rental
  • Annual test and certification
  • Construction Elevator Maintenance
  • Provide Construction Elevator Operators

24-Hour Emergency Elevator Service & Repair

At American Service Group, we understand the importance of having your elevator working properly all day, every day. An elevator that is not operating effectively can cause costly downtime and unsafe conditions for your employees and guests. That is why we provide 24-hour elevator service and repair.

It is our goal to have you up and running as quickly as possible in the event your elevator malfunctions.

Elevator Inspection

We are licensed in most states and can perform your state elevator inspections.

Elevator Drop Test

We offer thorough drop test services for rack and pinion, traction and hydraulic elevators for all manufacturers.

The performed test is based on the manufacturer’s guidelines, applicable codes and the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ). As mandated by A10.4 safety requirements, we test construction hoists with a no load drop test every 3 months and a full load drop test annually. Permanent rack and pinion elevators should have a full load drop test performed annually.

All tests are compliant with recommended guidelines. The test operates by having an elevator loaded to its rated capacity, then free-falling it. The test is run to make sure that the safety device of the elevator is working properly. Part of our maintenance program is to complete a full load drop test when any new safety device is installed.

Typical Activities During Visits

  • Visual inspection of all components and indicators
  • Adjust car and landing gates
  • Insure car leveling
  • Check gearboxes for leaks and level
  • Over-speed drop tests (quarterly, semi-annually, or annually)
  • Lubricate bearings
  • Gearbox oil change
  • Brake inspection and adjustments
  • Inspect safety circuits
  • Check main and rooftop controls
  • Inspect hoistway
  • Inspect wire ropes and counterweight systems
  • Inspect rack & pinion tooth engagement and wear
  • Inspect traveling cable
  • Inspect traveling cable trolley
  • Inspect cable guides
  • Clean car
  • Check roof hatch
  • Test emergency battery
  • Check, clean, and adjust door interlocks
  • Check operation of centrifugal brake
  • Check and inspect enclosures
  • Check sill clearances
  • Check operation of hall call stations
  • Insure call buttons and position indicators are eliminated
  • Inspect run-by’s bottom and top

Elevator Permits

We are happy to assist you with acquiring the proper elevator permits. Most states require elevator owners to secure a permit to install and operate an elevator. Our professional team has the experience to assist owners with reviewing and submitting drawings to obtain permits, as well as making sure the equipment meets all code and compliance requirements.

At ASG, our experience allows us to handle this process for both your rental and permanently installed rack and pinion elevators.

If you have any questions about permitting your temporary hoist or permanent elevator, reach out to us. We’re happy to help.

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