5 Common Elevator Myths You Should Stop Believing

From movies to everyday conversations, elevators have inspired plenty of myths—but most of them are far from true.

Here are five common misconceptions:

1. Myth: Elevators can fall if a cable breaks.
   Fact: Modern elevators have multiple steel cables and safety systems that prevent this.
2. Myth: It’s safer to jump before an elevator hits the ground.
   Fact: Totally false—modern elevators have emergency brakes that engage long before impact.
3. Myth: Overloading causes elevators to crash.
   Fact: Elevators have built-in overload sensors that prevent movement until the weight is reduced.
4. Myth: Elevator doors can crush you.
   Fact: Safety sensors stop doors the moment they detect movement.
5. Myth: Elevators are unsafe during earthquakes.
   Fact: Quality elevators with emergency protocols are built to handle power failures and tremors safely.

At Talha Elevators, we prioritize educating clients because understanding means safety and confidence.