A lift is a safety-critical machine that runs thousands of cycles a month. An Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) is how most building owners make sure it is inspected, adjusted and repaired on a schedule — instead of only when something breaks.
What is an AMC?
An AMC is a yearly agreement with a lift company to carry out preventive maintenance visits, safety checks and breakdown attendance for an agreed fee. The details — how often visits happen, what is checked, which parts are included and how quickly breakdowns are attended — are set out in the contract.
Comprehensive vs non-comprehensive
| Aspect | Non-comprehensive | Comprehensive |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled visits & labour | Included | Included |
| Spare parts | Charged separately | Most wear parts included (as per contract) |
| Budget | Lower fee, variable repair costs | Higher fee, more predictable |
Always read the exclusions. Even comprehensive contracts commonly exclude items such as damage from water ingress or misuse, civil work and major upgrades.
How often should a lift be serviced?
Most lifts in regular use are serviced monthly, with busier lifts sometimes checked more frequently. The right interval depends on usage, age and the manufacturer's recommendations — and any requirements set by your state's lift regulations. Sakshi Elevators' AMCs include monthly multi-point checks and diagnostic audits.
A simple maintenance checklist
- Safety devices: governor, safety gear, buffers and limit switches
- Doors: alignment, operator, door sensors and interlocks
- Guide rails: condition and lubrication
- Machine and motor: noise, temperature and wear
- Ropes or belts: wear and tension
- Controller and panels: faults, connections and logs
- Rescue systems: ARD battery and function
- Cabin: lighting, fan, alarm, intercom and levelling accuracy
Signs your lift needs attention now
- Unusual noise, vibration or jerky starts and stops
- The car stopping above or below the floor level
- Doors reopening repeatedly or closing roughly
- Frequent breakdowns or error codes
See Sakshi's maintenance & AMC service or request an AMC quote.
