17/10/2026
How much electricity does a home lift actually use when nobody is using it?
It is an interesting question because a lift’s energy consumption does not stop at the end of each journey.
Lighting, control systems and other components may continue to use energy while the lift is standing still. That is why features such as LED lighting, automatic switch-off and standby functions are worth considering alongside the drive system itself.
And there is another common misconception: motor power and actual energy consumption are not the same thing.
We explore these differences in our latest article and look at the factors that really influence the running costs of a home lift.
💬 When comparing home lifts, do you think energy consumption receives enough attention during the purchasing decision?
