Residential lifts are now very common in Delhi’s builder floors, especially in areas like Lajpat Nagar, Saket, Rohini, Dwarka, and even older colonies where multi-story living is common. The biggest reason is convenience; it is provided for families with seniors, children, or frequent guests who find it much easier to move between floors without relying on stairs.
Modern home lifts are specifically designed for retrofit installation, which means they can be added even after the building is completed. Compact MRL (machine-room-less) traction lifts and hydraulic home lifts are the most popular choices because they require very little space. In many builder floors, lifts are installed in the staircase cutout, corner shaft spaces, or even externally with a glass enclosure.
You don’t need a deep pit or a separate machine room, and most lifts can fit into 1–1.2 sq. m. of area. The installation process is also quick and get completed in 4 to 8 weeks depending on the model.
Safety features like ARD (Automatic Rescue Device), door sensors, and overload protection make them reliable for daily use, even during Delhi’s power fluctuations.
So yes, if you live on a builder floor, a residential lift in Delhi is a very practical, safe, and value-adding upgrade.
