Dumbwaiters in Northern California

Jeeves dumbwaiters for homes, restaurants and wineries

What a Dumbwaiter Is For

A dumbwaiter is a small freight elevator that carries objects, not people. They are common in restaurants, hotels, labs and hospitals, and they are now a popular feature in homes for sending groceries, luggage, recyclables and shopping bags between floors.

See the Jeeves Econolift for residential use and the Jeeves Pro for commercial use.

Jeeves Econolift Home Dumbwaiter

The Jeeves Econolift relieves you of carrying and lifting without stretching the budget.

  • Commercial-grade rail and trolley system
  • Maintenance-free motor and gear assembly
  • Cable drive
  • Smooth, reliable travel
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Birch Cab Home Dumbwaiter

Where a home elevator is not an option, our residential dumbwaiter saves space and effort.

  • 100 lb. or 150 lb. capacity
  • Finished birch cab
  • Up to three stops
  • 30 feet per minute
  • Up to 35 feet of travel

Jeeves Pro Commercial Dumbwaiter

The Jeeves Pro line is commercial grade, with the durability that high-volume use demands.

  • 125 lb., 250 lb., 300 lb. and 500 lb. models
  • Winding drum system
  • Up to 80 feet at 50 feet per minute
  • Powder coated steel cab in several sizes
  • Stainless steel cab optional
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Commercial Configurations

  • Stainless steel bi-parting gate as standard
  • Slide-up gate optional
  • Landing doors: bi-parting, slide-up or swing
  • Primed steel or stainless steel finish
  • Motor above, below or adjacent to the hoistway
  • Floor loading or counter loading

Jeeves Dumbwaiters in Northern California

When the garage is below the house and the kitchen is above it, every shopping trip ends with a climb. A Jeeves dumbwaiter carries the bags up for you. We install them in homes, restaurants, wineries and offices in Sacramento, San Francisco, San Jose and the East Bay.

A remodel or new build is the easiest time to add one, though we frequently fit them in existing homes. After a site visit you will have a clear plan and a written quote.

Benefits of a Dumbwaiter

  • No more carrying heavy loads on the stairs
  • Doors that can be finished to match your cabinetry
  • A convenient link to a wine cellar or pantry
  • Fewer trips on the stairs for restaurant and tasting room staff

More in top benefits of installing a dumbwaiter.

Dumbwaiter or Elevator?

A dumbwaiter is for goods. If people need to ride, see our home elevators, and read home elevators vs dumbwaiters for a comparison of space and budget.

Dumbwaiter FAQ

Can a dumbwaiter go from the garage to the kitchen?

Yes. That is the most requested route, and it works especially well where the garage sits below the main floor.

Can a dumbwaiter serve a wine cellar?

Yes. A dumbwaiter is a convenient way to move cases and bottles between a cellar and the kitchen or dining room.

How is a dumbwaiter finished?

The doors can be plain or made to match your cabinets and trim, so the dumbwaiter blends into the room.

Does a dumbwaiter need a lot of power?

No. A residential dumbwaiter runs on a standard household electrical supply.