VDA Expands in Southeast with Acquisition of Suncoast Elevator Inspections
East Hanover, NJ — VDA, a leading vertical transportation consulting and inspection firm in North America, is proud to announce the acquisition of Suncoast Elevator Inspections, a Tampa Bay area-based company specializing in elevator inspection services across Florida. This latest acquisition follows VDA’s recent international expansion with the addition of UK-based D2E, and reinforces VDA’s ongoing commitment to grow and strengthen its service offerings throughout the United States.
Founded in 2003 by industry veterans and proudly family-operated, Suncoast has earned a reputation for delivering exceptional, customer-first elevator inspection services to clients across the state of Florida. Known for their hands-on service and deep expertise, Suncoast is a trusted partner to property owners, managers, and developers throughout the region.
“I am thrilled to welcome Suncoast to the VDA family of inspection companies,” said Theresa Tsamoutalis, Senior Vice President of Inspection at VDA. “Dana and her team—both in the office and in the field—have delivered exceptional, first-class service since the company was founded by the Tisdale family over 20 years ago. The VDA–Suncoast partnership expands and strengthens what we’re able to offer in the Southeast, benefiting both our existing clients and those we’ll serve in the future, locally in Florida and across the country. By combining our experience, resources, and customer-first mindset, we’re in an even stronger position to deliver high-quality service and continue growing together.”
Suncoast will continue operating under its current name and maintain its day-to-day functions, while also benefiting from the expanded capabilities that come with being part of the VDA family. Over time, Suncoast will gain access to VDA’s systems, proprietary software, and broader operational resources—enhancements that will strengthen service capabilities and elevate the customer experience.
“Joining the VDA family gives us the ability to expand both in scope and territory while maintaining the personal level of service our clients have come to expect,” said Dana Tisdale, Managing Member at Suncoast. “With VDA’s support, we’ll be able to elevate the customer experience even further, invest in new resources, and bring additional value to the communities we serve. We’re excited to take this next step and continue building on what makes Suncoast special.”
This acquisition marks a continued investment in VDA’s inspection services and is part of the firm’s broader strategy to deliver consistent, high-quality expertise with local responsiveness across all regions.
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About VDA | vdassoc.com
VDA, Inc. is a leading elevator and escalator consulting and inspection firm in North America, offering comprehensive services in vertical transportation systems since 1980. With offices across the United States and approximately 500 professionals, VDA has built a reputation for excellence through its technical expertise, innovation, and unwavering focus on client success. The firm provides vertical transportation services across all phases of a building’s life cycle, including design, inspections, modernizations, and maintenance evaluations. VDA’s mission is to provide excellence in vertical transportation consulting and inspection services, leveraging the collective expertise of our people while advocating for our clients to achieve the safest and most efficient solutions possible.
About Suncoast | suncoastei.com
Suncoast Elevator Inspections is a trusted elevator inspection firm based in the Tampa Bay area. For nearly 25 years, Suncoast has served the Western Coast and Central Florida markets with a strong emphasis on reliable, responsive, and top-quality inspection services. Their experienced team brings a personal, client-focused approach that has made them a go-to partner for building owners, managers, and developers throughout the region.
