... you can opt for rich wood paneling, stone, mosaic, mirrors, grab bars — oh, and let's not forget elevator music. Yes, some of these come with the ability to pipe in music. Another important add-on is a telephone. Since we don't always carry our cell phones around with us when we are at home, I think any elevator should include a phone for emergencies. The total cost to put in an elevator can easily come in around $100,000 if you have to retrofit and opt for lots of bells and whistles.