Helping You Clear the Way for What’s Next
     
 
Who Needs Elevator and Lift Decommission  Services
We support Brooklyn contractors, developers, and property managers during transitions, demolitions, and modernizations. If your building has an elevator system that’s obsolete or no longer needed, we remove it safely and in full compliance with local code.
“If your building has a non-functioning or obsolete elevator, we will remove it safely without risk to your structure or schedule.”
    
         Everything You Need for a Safe, Clean Removal
     
 
What’s Included in Our Elevator Removal Services
Our Brooklyn-based team manages every step of the process with safety, code compliance, and building protection in mind. From machine rooms to pit components, we ensure a complete and careful teardown.
    
        
Full system Decommission  including machine room, cab, rails, and pit components
    
    
        
Hoistway and door equipment removal
    
    
        
Electrical disconnection and code-compliant shutdown
    
    
        
On-site equipment disposal or responsible recycling
    
    
        
Permit handling, DOB coordination, and inspection documentation
    
    
        
Site cleanup and safety barrier placement (as required)
    
 
    
        Planned, Permitted, and Safely Executed
     
 
How Our Elevator Removal Process Works
We follow a streamlined process tailored for Brooklyn buildings, protecting structural integrity while meeting NYC DOB requirements. Every project is handled by our fully insured, licensed professionals.
    
        01. On Site Assessment
        We inspect the system, access points, and risk factors
     
    
        02. Quote and Permit Planning
        You get a detailed quote; we handle permits
     
    
        03. Scheduled Decommission 
        Work is scheduled to fit your timeline, even off-hours
     
    
        04. Safe Removal & Debris Disposal
        All components are removed and recycled or disposed of properly
     
    
        05. Final Sign Off
        You receive DOB-compliant documentation and cleanup confirmation
     
 
    
         Trusted to Do the Jobs Others Avoid
     
 
Why Hire Major Elevator for Decommission  and Removal in Brooklyn
Elevator decommissioning in Brooklyn isn’t just another demo task. It requires experience, insurance, tools, and deep code knowledge. Our team delivers all of that, plus proven results.
What It’s Like to Work With Major Elevator
    
        
            
            
                
Charles Dunne
                Loyal Customer
            
         
        
     
    
    
         Major has been courteous, professional, and helpful in all our interactions. Kody is extremely knowledgeable and met a very difficultly deadline on our project.
    
 
    
        Frequently Asked Questions
     
 
What to Know Before Removing an Elevator in Brooklyn
If you’re planning to remove an elevator system, here are answers to common questions we get from Brooklyn-based clients.
  
    Do you remove the entire elevator system?
    
    
  
    
    
     Yes, unless otherwise noted, we remove the cab, rails, pit components, and machine room parts.
  
   
 
  
    What happens to removed materials?
    
    
  
    
    
      They are either responsibly recycled or disposed of. We can provide documentation upon request.
  
   
 
  
    Do you work nights or weekends?
    
    
  
    
    
      Yes. We offer flexible scheduling to limit disruption.
  
   
 
  
    Are you licensed for high-rise and commercial jobs?
    
    
  
    
    
      Absolutely. We work in high-rise, commercial, mixed-use, and municipal Brooklyn buildings.
  
   
 
  
    Do you offer removal + modernization as a combined service?
    
    
  
    
    
       Yes, we can coordinate teardown and upgrades for a seamless transition.