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NYC Elevator Testing
Ensure your building stays compliant and operational with professionally managed CAT1 and CAT5 elevator tests. Major Elevator simplifies the process, handling inspections, filings, and all necessary compliance paperwork for NYC properties.
NYC Elevator Code Requirements
NYC law requires building owners to complete annual and five year elevator tests to stay code compliant and avoid costly violations. Each test plays a key role in keeping your equipment safe, operational, and legally approved.
Performed once a year for every active elevator. Confirms safe operation of key systems like brakes, doors, alarms, and leveling. Includes DOB filing.
A more extensive test required every five years. Simulates full load conditions to confirm that safety mechanisms and performance systems work under pressure. DOB inspection and filings required.
Avoid Fines and Failures
Elevator testing is not just a checkbox. Mistakes in testing, paperwork, or timing can lead to serious fines and shutdowns. We make sure you stay compliant and operational.
Elevator CAT1 & CAT5 Testing Made Simple
From scheduling to DOB filing, we take care of every step in the testing process. Our goal is simple. Keep your elevators compliant, your building safe, and your operations uninterrupted.
We coordinate a date and time that works for your building and DOB requirements.
A licensed professional conducts the CAT1 or CAT5 test following all NYC code procedures.
All required documentation, reports, and filings are submitted promptly and accurately.
If issues arise during testing, we offer fast solutions to resolve them and stay compliant.
Once completed, your elevator is officially up to date with NYC code.
What Our Clients Say
Major elevator maintains elevators at two different buildings we manage. They also installed at our last building and are working on our current project. Always reliable.
Frequently Asked Questions
CAT1 is a basic annual safety test required for all active elevators. CAT5 is a full load test required every five years that ensures your system performs under maximum stress.
If your building has an active elevator, CAT1 is required annually and CAT5 is required every five years. We can look up your DOB records and let you know what is due.
Yes. We manage the full process including third-party witnessing, documentation, and submitting everything to the DOB for you.
We will identify the issue, make the necessary repairs, and schedule a re-inspection to ensure full compliance without delays or fines.
Yes. We regularly perform tests for multiple elevators at a single site. We coordinate scheduling to minimize disruption to your building’s operations.
Need a CAT1 or CAT5 Inspection?
Let our certified team handle your CAT testing from start to finish. No stress, no missed deadlines, no surprises. Just safe, compliant elevators.
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