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The thing that almost everybody overlooks is that any continuous vertical chase or chute (dumbwaiter or laundry chute) in a building has the potential to becoming a very efficient path for fire, smoke and gasses to travel to the floor above- this is especially concerning from a garage to a living space. If you are considering constructing one, make absolutely sure that you include self closing fire stops or blocking. A safe one can be designed but it has to be done right.
Right before the R.E. crash I had plans for renovation of an old building into a loft that had a dumbwaiter spec'd. There were plenty of options. It was self contained and built into a small vertical carve out and did not require a pit in the basement nor a roof top cap. I think all the mechanicals were next to it. If you need a mfg. I'll have to dig out the architects plans and so DM me.
Right before the R.E. crash I had plans for renovation of an old building into a loft that had a dumbwaiter spec'd. There were plenty of options. It was self contained and built into a small vertical carve out and did not require a pit in the basement nor a roof top cap. I think all the mechanicals were next to it. If you need a mfg. I'll have to dig out the architects plans and so DM me.
Thanks all....this is an old thread but still no solution. In fact, I have now broken my ankle and am recovering. I can scoot down and up the stairs to the car but cannot carry anything. When I am better, I may renew my focus on this ...
My spouse used to make them for a living along with elevators. An older home can be modified to accommodate one, just how much work and cost involved is another issue.
Thanks all....this is an old thread but still no solution. In fact, I have now broken my ankle and am recovering. I can scoot down and up the stairs to the car but cannot carry anything. When I am better, I may renew my focus on this ...
Sorry, did not notice the age of the thread. Still contact me if you need some info.
The thing that almost everybody overlooks is that any continuous vertical chase or chute (dumbwaiter or laundry chute) in a building has the potential to becoming a very efficient path for fire, smoke and gasses to travel to the floor above- this is especially concerning from a garage to a living space. If you are considering constructing one, make absolutely sure that you include self closing fire stops or blocking. A safe one can be designed but it has to be done right.
Exactly. I had a dumbwaiter in a house that went from the basement to the third floor. They are very convenient, but you need to check local building codes to see what they will allow. Mine was grandfathered because the house was so old, but the building inspector will get involved. Currently I have a laundry chute, and they were really strict on its construction.
I only freaked out once, when a niece thought it would be 'fun' to ride in the DW. (Reminds me of the old 3-Stooges episode).
I think you may have a hard time since it connected to the garage; fireproof self-closing DW door, etc. Sort of similar, in another thread, where the individual wanted to tie his home heating/cooling forced-air system into the garage, which is definitely against code.
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