Preventative Maintenance

Building owners are required to have a current maintenance contract with an approved elevator agency available to perform elevator repair work, maintenance and replacement as defined by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).  The name, address and telephone number of the contracted agency must be readily accessible to building custodians and the DOB.

The NYC Construction Code states maintenance contracts should adhere to the maintenance protocol specified by the elevator manufacturer, or a MCP can be established by a design professional hired by the building owner. Additionally, a maintenance log detailing dates and description of maintenance performed on the device is required and must be kept on site along with the MCP.

In multiple dwelling units, owners are mandated to notify residents if an elevator will be out of service during planned construction or if the elevators are expected to be out of service for two or more hours.