Modernisation of Lifts in Mallorca
We modernise lifts in Palma and throughout Mallorca to bring them up to date with Royal Decree 355/2024 without replacing the entire installation: the controller, automatic doors with detectors, levelling, communication with the rescue centre and the lift car. We'll tell you what your lift needs and how much it costs to modernise a lift in Mallorca.
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What does the modernisation of a lift include?
Modernising means replacing the components that have become obsolete and keeping those that are still in good condition. Depending on the lift, it includes:
- Electronic controller and variable frequency drive.
- Automatic doors with a door-closing detector.
- Precise levelling at each floor.
- Two-way communication with the rescue centre.
- Load control and protection against uncontrolled movements.
- Lift car, accessible button panel and LED lighting.
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- 2026 regulations
What does Royal Decree 355/2024 require of older lifts?
The Royal Decree 355/2024 requires lifts that do not have a declaration of conformity under Directive 2014/33/EU, that is, almost all of those installed before 2016, to incorporate the safety measures in its Annex VII. Each measure has its own deadline: one year from the periodic inspection that finds it missing, in the case of the door detector, two-way communication or load control; six months after an accident; and three to ten years to replace old guide rails and counterweights, depending on the year of installation.
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When should you modernise a lift and when should you replace it?
When to modernise
If the shaft, guide rails, and structure are sound, modernisation replaces what's faulty for much less than a new lift, and the building will only be without one for a few days or weeks. It's the usual option when an inspection reveals deficiencies or when breakdowns are recurring.
When to replace the lift
When the shaft does not allow current requirements to be met, when the guide rails and counterweight also need replacing, or when the lift cannot accommodate the safety upgrades. In that case, we propose a new lift installation in Mallorca.
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How lift modernisation works, step by step
As specialists in lifts in Mallorca, we'll be with you from the initial diagnosis until your lift is working again:
1. Lift diagnosis
We check the lift and its latest inspection certificate to see which Annex VII measures it is missing and what is worth renewing.
2. Proposal and approval at the owners' meeting
We give you the scope of work and the quote in writing so that the community of owners can approve it. If the investment is significant, we offer financing.
3. Works and recommissioning
We carry out the modernisation with minimal downtime, document the modification as the regulations require and continue with the lift maintenance in Mallorca.
- Controller and variable frequency drive
- Automatic doors
- Precise levelling
- Emergency communication
- Accessible lift car
- Lower energy consumption
Frequently asked questions about lift modernisation in Mallorca
What communities of owners ask us most before modernising their lift in Palma and the rest of Mallorca.
Is it mandatory to modernise an old lift under Royal Decree 355/2024?
It is mandatory to incorporate the Annex VII safety measures that your lift is missing, and each one has its own deadline: for the door detector, two-way communication or load control, one year from the inspection that detects the deficiency; for old guide rails and counterweights, three to ten years. The date that applies to your lift is set by its own periodic inspection.
How much does it cost to modernise a lift in Mallorca?
It depends on the scope: adding a door detector does not cost the same as replacing the controller, the doors and the lift car. We give you the quote after inspecting the lift, and you'll find indicative price ranges by type of work in our guide on how much it costs to modernise a lift in Mallorca in 2026. Accessibility grants can cover part of the cost.
How long does it take to modernise a lift in a building?
A one-off safety upgrade takes just a few days. A medium-scale modernisation, covering the controller and doors, usually takes between one and three weeks with the lift out of service, and a full modernisation a little longer. The schedule is agreed with the community of owners before work starts.
Is it possible to modernise only part of the lift?
Yes. Modernisation is done in stages: many communities of owners start with what the inspection requires, such as the door detector or emergency communication, and leave the controller or the lift car for later. Planning it in phases spreads the cost and avoids repeating work.
What are the advantages of modernising an old lift?
Greater safety for residents, level stops that eliminate the step, fewer breakdowns, lower energy consumption thanks to the variable frequency drive and LED lighting, and an accessible lift car. In addition, the lift is left ready for its next periodic inspections.
What guarantee does the modernisation of a lift offer?
As a maintenance company, we are responsible for two years for any defects resulting from poor workmanship, as established by Royal Decree 355/2024. New components also come with the manufacturer's warranty, and regular maintenance allows us to detect any necessary adjustments in time.
Shall we begin?
We'll tell you what your lift needs to comply with Royal Decree 355/2024 and how much it costs to bring it up to date. Call us on 971 17 81 51 or write to us at quierosercliente@elevabalear.com. Experience the feeling of being in good hands.
