When deciding on the type of maintenance and maintenance company you require, it is important to remember servicing should be about preventative maintenance.

The reliability of lifts isn’t just a technical concern – it’s a core aspect of tenant well-being and building compliance.

Fire safety in residential buildings has undergone a significant transformation with the release of BS 9991:2024.

Health and safety compliance is vital for the comfort and safety of residents, but also for the legal protection of directors and officers

The lift industry, like many other sectors, faces its own unique set of challenges when it comes to the mental well-being of its workforce.

This month’s edition of Flat Living Magazine focuses on software and technology, and we at ARDENT have been asked to consider what this means within the lift industry.

Ardent Lift Consultancy revisit classic designs of lift through the ages, as many of the designs can still be seen in our major cities today.

Maximising outdoor spaces is a great way to add value to a residential block, attract new residents and boost current resident satisfaction.

To ensure compliance with insurance regulations and to reduce breakdowns, effective maintenance is essential.

Whether this is within a residential building, or an office space, lifts often serve as crucial access points to the shared areas.

The publication of BS EN 81-76, which focuses on the evacuation of persons with disabilities using lifts, has been delayed.

We have once again been asked for our predictions for 2025 for this month’s article in Flat Living magazine. However, before we do so, it is useful to reflect on 2024 and the challenges/successes faced by the lift industry.

If you’re involved with a RMC or RTM company, there will come a time when major lift works are necessary to avoid significant breakdowns…

Maintenance and cleaning of vertical lifts are essential to ensure safety, comply with regulations and extend the life of the equipment.

Ensuring compliance with lift insurance regulations, effective maintenance is essential to reducing breakdowns and avoiding accidents.

Hiring a lift consultant can provide value to a building project, whether it is a new construction, modernisation, or maintenance of existing lift systems.

Gareth Lomax offers some expert advice on how to undertake a major works project of your lift.

Adhering to standards, the safety of building occupants and the efficiency of firefighting operations can be significantly improved.

We revisit classic designs of lift through the ages, as many of the designs can still be seen in our major cities today.

As owners of lift equipment, there is a duty to provide a safe and secure environment for operatives as well as users/passengers.

Ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of lifts and communal areas is essential for the comfort and safety of residents.

This month’s edition of Flat Living Magazine focuses on technology, and we at ARDENT have been asked to consider what this means within the lift industry. As in every walk of life, the lift industry is always looking at ways…

With Christmas soon upon us and 2023 rapidly disappearing, we have been asked for our predictions for 2024 for this month’s article in Flat Living magazine. However, before we do so, it is useful to reflect on 2023 and the challenges/successes faced by the lift industry.

The Flat Living Magazine theme for November reminded us of a survey we undertook some time ago, where the importance of an individual’s attitude to maintenance was starkly drawn into context.

Lifts are an essential part of many residential blocks, providing access to upper floors for residents of all ages and abilities. However, lifts can also be a source of complaints and disputes, particularly when they are not properly maintained. Some…

Written by Gareth Lomax – Director of Ardent Lift Consultancy Further to our previous articles on major works, most notably the South London project we oversaw in 2022-23 (Flat Living article, Ardent Case Study), we wanted to identify the other…

When looking at buying your Freehold, the building lift is probably not on your list of concerns, but it needs to be considered.

Whether you are a member of or deal with a Residents’ Management Company or Right To Manage company, there will be a point in the lifespan of your lift where planned major works will need to be undertaken to prevent a significant breakdown causing a prolonged period of lift outage.

Every property in the UK that has a lift has a responsibility to ensure that the lift is maintained and safe for continued use.

The requirements for Firefighting and Evacuation lifts and an overview of operational functions when being used in an emergency situation.

Gareth Lomax, Director at Ardent Lift Consultancy, talks about the different services required for lifts. With this month’s edition of Flat-Living looking at the various services installed within blocks, we thought we would look at those directly impacting on lifts. Power…

For resident leaseholders in a block of flats, the lifts in the building can hold varying importance. For some, they’re a welcome convenience. For others, a lifeline. For everyone using a lift, a lot of trust is placed in the managers of the block of flats.

Independent experts, Ardent Lift Consultancy, assist with measured, professional advice on the “must haves” along with the specific performance of equipment and contractors alike.

The lift contractor chosen to maintain your lift could be based on the expertise of the company, or an individual who is familiar with products installed within your property.

London-based vinyl lift transformation specialists Distinct Lift Wraps, have revealed details of their bespoke service. Their expertise and experience in lift wrapping enables property and block managers to give their lifts a refreshing and professional make-over at a fraction of the time and costs as alternative options. 

The UK lift industry is made up of many companies, ranging from multinational powerhouses to sole traders.

Understand more about looking after a property with a lift and how it brings with it another layer of responsibility to your residents.

Daniel Cheesman at Ardent Lift Consultancy shares a case study of a London Block that required existing lift equipment to be modernised.

We witness various levels of maintenance of equipment, for the most part good, but occasionally we see substandard levels of workmanship.

This month’s edition of Flat Living looks towards the near future and some of the changes that may be just around the corner.

Whilst there are numerous ideas of the first lifts used by man, the modern passenger lift has its roots in more recent history.

The thrill of getting a new client is always rewarding and building on the initial introduction to our business is a priority for the team.

The team from Ardent Lift Consultancy discuss the process for carrying out Lift and Escalator Industry Association inspections during the pandemic.

We asked the the team from Ardent Lift Consultancy to walk us through the important stage of consultancy in the Section 20 process.

The team from Ardent Lift Consultancy share some lessons learned from a near-disastrous incident.

Gareth Lomax, Director at Ardent Lift Consultancy, talks about the different services required for lifts.

Gareth Lomax, Director at Ardent Lift Consultancy, looks at the new easing of ‘Airspace development’ restrictions.

Daniel Cheesman of Ardent Lift Consultancy fills us in on the potential Health & safety hazards faced by lift engineers.

Ardent Lift Consultancy discuss the Section 20 process that must be followed when major lift works are undertaken.

The team at Ardent Lift Consultancy walk us through Health & Safety standards in the lift industry throughout the years.

Sinead Campbell from London Flats Insurance explains the importance of Engineering Inspection and Insurance.

Daniel Cheesman, Associate at ARDENT Lift Consultancy, walks us through the responsibilities of owning or operating a lift.

JB Leitch’s Phil Parkinson & Katie Edwards reflect on the responsibilities and options when communal services or facilities fail.

Gareth Lomax, Director at Ardent Lift Consultancy, walks us through a refurbishment he and his team completed on a beautiful 1930s lift.

Gavin McGarty, Technical Manager at FirstPort, lets us know how they keep one of the UK’s largest lift portfolios going up and down.

Laura Severn, Director at LMP Law, looks at the division of responsibility when it comes to the maintenance of lighting, lifts and gates.

Gareth Lomax, Director at Ardent Lift Consultancy, tries to answer a question they hear all the time- how much longer will our lift last?

Gareth Lomax, Director at Ardent Lift Consultancy discusses common issues within the lift maintenance industry.

Gareth Lomax, Director at Ardent Lift Consultancy offers guidance around lift health and safety.

At Ardent we are keen advocates of retaining lift equipment where it is economically prudent, but also technically sound to do so.

Katie Mooney from 4site Consulting looks at dutyholder responsibilities with a case study of a high-profile case in 2014.

Gareth Lomax, Director at Ardent Lift Consultancy sets out key considerations of what is required to correctly maintain your lift.

Gareth Lomax, Director at Ardent Lift Consultancy advises on what is required for the correct maintenance of lifts.

Gareth Lomax, Director at Ardent Lift Consultancy offers some expert advice on how to undertake a major works project of your lift.

Gareth Lomax, Director at Ardent Lift Consultancy looks at why it is so important to get an expert opinion.

This month Gareth Lomax from Ardent Lift Consultants explores what has changed recently in the lift industry and asks considers the future.

Gareth Lomax from Ardent Lift Consultancy looks at how the Section 20 process applies to the repair of lift equipment.

Gareth Lomax takes a look at maintenance contracts and how to ensure you are receiving the correct maintenance cover.

Peter McCabe outlines some practical advice for residents on how to work with your management company to minimise problems with the lift.

Robert Chippett provides his top tips for avoiding heartache with your lift installation in a block of flats.

We are frequently asked “should our lift be refurbished or replaced” which we can always answer with upmost confidence.

Gareth Lomax of Ardent Lift Consultant discusses what (occasionally) goes on behind closed doors in the lift industry.

Under Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998, all lifting equipment must be thoroughly examined at regular intervals.

The cost of any major repairs or the replacement of components when dealing with Flat-Living are high due to the scale of the task at hand.

The UK lift industry is unusual in as much that the major lift manufacturers of Europe, Asia and America that dominate…

Gareth Lomax from Ardent Lift Consultancy provides a case study for a recent lift refurbishment scheme.

Part of the many legislative documents relevant to lift installation is the LOLER [Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998].

There are consequences when the lift is problematic, and these bring added pressures to bear on busy property managers.

As with all electro/mechanical equipment, lifts reach a point when parts begin to fail and the reliability of service is compromised.