Proactive Elevator Maintenance That Prevents Downtime

You want your elevator to be safe and reliable. A well-maintained elevator is just that. And preventative maintenance goes a long way to increasing reliability and prolonging the equipment’s useful life. That’s why we get a jump on any potential issues with proactive and aggressive servicing. We work with you to balance a maintenance schedule and plan with the right budget. Most of our plans are monthly based, meaning a mechanic examines your equipment every month. When you call us, you get the Star treatment. 

  • Rapid Response: Count on our swift and efficient communication, reducing disruptions and keeping your elevators operating smoothly.

  • Quality Work: We are committed to excellence, delivering workmanship that ensures your elevators perform at their best.

  • Commitment to Communication: What sets Star apart is our unwavering dedication to keeping you informed at every step. We provide real-time updates on service calls and clear communication about maintenance needs, ensuring you’re always in the loop.

  • Safety and Reliability: Trust our skilled technicians to prioritize your safety and ensure dependable elevator performance.

  • Preventative Maintenance: Our focus on proactive care is designed to minimize downtime and prevent costly issues, ensuring your elevators remain in top condition.

  • Personalized Service: Our team is dedicated to understanding your unique needs and crafting maintenance plans that align with your specific requirements.

WHY STAR ELEVATOR

Independent. Local. Trusted.

Founded in San Francisco in 1982, we're the Bay Area's leading independent elevator service provider. Our commitment to communication, quality, and customer satisfaction sets us apart.

Award-Winning Service Recognized by Elevator World as Best Contractor – West for our exceptional modernization projects.

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Comprehensive Coverage
Serving San Francisco, Peninsula, San Jose, East Bay, North Bay, and Sacramento Valley.

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State Certified QCC
Licensed C-11 Contractor #432744. Fully certified Qualified Conveyance Company.

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Communication First
Accurate reports, clear ETAs, and proactive updates keep you informed every step of the way.

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What’s Included

  • Clean

  • Lubricate

  • Adjust

  • Door timing/force checks

  • Ride quality checks

  • Logs updated

  • Minor parts

  • Safety checks

Cadence & Deliverables

Standard cadence: Monthly (custom options based on traffic, duty, and age).

Reporting: Clear inspection findings with actionable steps, prioritized by safety, compliance, and ROI.

Planning: Rolling 12-month action plan to reduce shutdowns and surprise costs.

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Why Star Elevator

  • Tailored PM plans to your building and equipment

  • Union-trained technicians + ongoing factory/controller training

  • Communication that builds trust—pre-notice, on-site updates, timley reports

  • Independent, local accountability—real names, rapid response

Elevator Maintenance FAQs

  • Elevator maintenance is proactive, preventive care designed to keep your equipment safe, reliable, and compliant. It includes cleaning, lubricating, adjusting components, performing safety checks, and documenting each visit to identify issues before they cause outages.

  • Most buildings benefit from monthly maintenance, but we also tailor service cadences — quarterly or custom schedules — based on traffic, duty cycle, age, manufacturer guidance, and your comfort with risk.

  • A maintenance visit generally covers:

    • Cleaning, lubricating, and adjusting key components

    • Door timing, force, and safety checks

    • Ride quality and functional inspections

    • Updating logs and replacing minor parts as needed

    • Noting anything that may require corrective action in the future

  • Yes. Star Elevator maintains Geared, Gearless, Hydraulic, and MRL systems across major OEM brands and non-proprietary controllers — with customized plans tailored to your equipment.

  • We provide advance visit notifications, on-site updates, and detailed after-visit reports with findings and recommended next steps so you’re always informed.

  • Absolutely. We support state compliance by preparing for and documenting required inspections like CAT-1 and fire recall tests, and we can help with scheduling and reporting for the State Elevator Division.

  • Yes. Star Elevator is a State-Certified Qualified Conveyance Company with an active C-11 Contractor’s License (#432744), ensuring all maintenance meets California standards.

  • Maintenance is planned, proactive inspection and care to prevent breakdowns and extend equipment life. Service and repairs address faults, outages, or safety issues as they occur — and we coordinate both seamlessly when needed.

  • Yes. We provide Full-Service, Preventive-Only, Hybrid/Custom, and Inspection-Assist plans, with scope, cadence, and SLAs tailored to your building needs and budget.

TRUSTED PARTNERSHIPS

Serving Leading Organizations

Trusted by top hospitality, government, and commercial property owners across the Bay Area.

CLIENT REVIEWS

What Our Customers Say

Get Your Elevators Running Right

24/7 emergency service. Same-day response for urgent issues. Clear communication every step of the way.

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Sacramento Valley
(916) 384-3884

San Francisco
(415) 445-5340

Star Elevator service area: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Solano, Sonoma, and Sacramento counties.