October 30, 2026 1:15pm - 1:15pm

Presentation Title:  Preparing for a Residential Elevator Installation

Description: This session will focus on the preparation of the installation of residential elevators.  It will cover Sales, Project Management Review & Compliance, Pre-construction Planning, Site Inspections and Electrical Rough-in, Code Compliance, Final Site Inspection, and Installation.

Speakers: Chris Harris & Justin Hansen, A+ Elevators & Lifts

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Chris Harris began his career in the elevator industry in 2000, working for an accessibility, residential and commercial elevator contractor. Working his way through the ranks over the years, he has worked as a new construction mechanic, modernization, service mechanic, manager, and Director of Research and Development and Engineering for their manufacturing operations. In 2010, Chris opened A+ Elevators & Lifts, an accessibility, residential, commercial, and industrial elevator contractor, which today, operates in six states, and includes high-end custom residential cab and commercial interior manufacturing. Chris is currently CET-S and CAT-S certified, and dual-QEI certified through NAEC and NAESA. Chris currently serves the NAEC as a member of Accessibility & Residential Committee and Certification Board.

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Justin Hansen began his career in the elevator industry with A+ Elevators & Lifts in 2015. Justin serves as VP of Field Operations managing field operations for the six states A+ operates in.  Justin is currently CAT-S certified and currently serves NAEC as member of NexGen and the Chair of the Accessibility & Residential Committee.