The Simple, Clear Fix for Your Home Elevator Recall

How do you fix a home elevator safety recall affordably without ruining your home's aesthetic? If you recently received a safety recall notice for your home elevator regarding the gap between the doors, you might be worried about an expensive or ugly repair. To protect small children and pets, the gap between your elevator doors must be reduced to under 3/4 of an inch. Sabre Elevator offers Clear Door Baffles fabricated right in Ayr, Ontario, for just C$275.00. These durable, see-through polycarbonate panels permanently solve the safety issue while allowing the beautiful finish of your doors to show through clearly.

The Simple, Clear Fix for Your Home Elevator Recall

If you own a residential elevator in Ontario, there is a good chance you’ve heard about the recent safety recalls affecting major brands like Savaria and Garaventa.

Receiving a government safety notice in the mail is stressful. For most homeowners, two worries instantly come to mind: "Is my family safe?" and "How much is this going to cost to fix?"

The issue at hand is the space between your heavy hallway door and the folding gate on the elevator car itself. In older installations, this gap is often wide enough for a small child or pet to step into, creating a serious entrapment risk. Safety rules have changed, and that gap now needs to be reduced to 3/4 of an inch or less.

Thankfully, securing your elevator doesn’t require a massive renovation, and it shouldn't mean bolting an ugly piece of opaque industrial plastic to your beautiful doors.

The Sabre Solution: Affordable, Clear, and Safe

When the recalls were first announced, some companies sent out temporary "space guards" made of cheap foam or frosted plastic. They looked terrible, peeling off or blocking the custom wood finishes homeowners paid good money for.

At Sabre Elevator, we believe safety shouldn't compromise the luxury of your home. We fabricate Clear Door Baffles that prioritize three things: safety, aesthetics, and affordability.

1. A Transparent Aesthetic (It Looks Good)

You invested in a beautiful home, and your elevator hardware shouldn't detract from that. Our baffles are made from highly transparent polycarbonate. While they are a physical, solid panel, their clear design means the rich wood grain or custom paint of your doors shows right through, preserving the high-end look of your hallway in an unobtrusive way.

2. Highly Affordable (C$275.00)

Fixing a safety recall shouldn't break the bank. Instead of replacing entire door systems, our custom-fabricated baffle panels are priced at just C$275.00. It is a small, one-time investment to permanently future-proof your home and protect your family.

3. Tough and Ready to Install

While they look like clear glass, our panels are made from a high-quality, lightweight polycarbonate. To put it simply: it is exceptionally tough and virtually unbreakable. Plus, we don't just send you a piece of plastic; every standard panel (31.75” x 34" x 2.75”) includes the four heavy-duty spacers you need for a secure, flush installation.

Get Peace of Mind Today

Whether you have grandchildren visiting on the weekends, or you simply want to make sure your home is fully compliant and safe for the future, closing that door gap is a must.

Note: While our baffles are the perfect hardware solution, we always recommend having your licensed elevator contractor install them to ensure everything is perfectly aligned and approved.

Don't let a safety recall sit on your to-do list. Fix the gap affordably and cleanly.

👉 Order your Clear Door Baffles directly from our online store today: https://www.sabreelevator.com/product-page/elevator-door-baffles

Homeowner Priority	Sabre Clear Door Baffles	Generic "Space Guards"
The Look (Aesthetics)	Highly transparent; allows luxury door finishes to show through.	Bulky, opaque plastics or foams that look like an industrial afterthought.
The Cost (Affordability)	C$275.00 for a permanent, professional-grade fix.	Often bundled into expensive "service packages" by competitors.
The Hardware	Includes four exact-fit spacers for easy mounting.	Frequently sold as just a plastic sheet, leaving you to find the right screws.
The Safety	Eliminates the entrapment gap, meeting modern standards.	Flimsy materials that can crack or warp if bumped.

Frequently Asked Questions: Home Elevator Safety Recalls

What is the "3/4-inch rule" for home elevators? The 3/4-inch rule is a mandatory safety standard (under CSA B44 / ASME A17.1 codes) designed to prevent severe child and pet entrapment injuries. It dictates that the gap between your heavy outer hallway door and the folding elevator gate must not exceed 3/4 of an inch. If your gap is wider, it is considered a major safety hazard.

Is my home elevator part of the government safety recall? If you have a residential elevator with swing doors manufactured between 1979 and 2021 by brands like Savaria, Garaventa, Cambridge Elevating, Federal Elevator, Bella/Symmetry Elevator, Niagara Belco, Atlas, RAM Elevator, or Inclinator, it is highly likely you are affected by the Health Canada and CPSC recalls. We recommend measuring the gap between your doors; if it is wider than 3/4", you need to install a door baffle to comply with safety standards.

How much does an elevator door baffle cost? Sabre Elevator offers an affordable, permanent fix. Our custom-fabricated, clear polycarbonate door baffles are priced at C$275.00. This includes the heavy-duty clear panel and the exact-fit 2.5" spacers required for a secure installation.

Will a door guard ruin the look of my wood doors? Not if you use the right material! Unlike the bulky, opaque foam or frosted plastic guards sent out in some recall kits, Sabre Elevator baffles are made from highly transparent, clear polycarbonate. They secure the hazardous gap while allowing your custom wood grain or paint finish to show through cleanly.

Can I install the door baffle myself? While our baffle kits include all the necessary mounting spacers, we strongly advise having your licensed elevator contractor perform the installation. A professional will ensure the panel is perfectly aligned, securely mounted, and fully compliant with local safety approvals.