Elevator Companies in Delaware

5 companies across 3 cities.

Delaware regulates elevator safety through the Office of the State Fire Marshal, which administers inspections, permits, and contractor licensing for all conveyances. The state requires annual inspections and adopted ASME A17.1 as its reference code. Wilmington and the northern New Castle County corridor contain the highest concentration of registered elevator equipment, reflecting proximity to the Philadelphia metropolitan area.

Governing Authority

Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshal, Elevator Inspection Unit

Inspection Frequency

Annual

QEI Required

Yes

Key Regulation

Delaware Code, Title 16, Chapter 70 (Elevator Safety); Delaware Administrative Code, Title 1, Section 700

Penalties for Non-Compliance

Civil penalties up to $500 per violation per day. Operating without a valid certificate may result in equipment shutdown. Criminal penalties for willful noncompliance include fines up to $1,000.