ROI of Preventative Maintenance: Why it Pays Off Long Term
There are a lot of moving parts when it comes to facility management, and it’s easy to simply focus on the immediate issues at hand rather than looking at the big picture with preventative maintenance.
Having broken equipment fixed, addressing tenant needs, and managing quarterly budgets do require immediate action, but factoring in preventative maintenance is not only an important task, it’s an investment that pays off.
At City Wide of Boston, we’ve match facility managers with right contractors to handle the needs of their facility. Here are a few reasons why you should consider preventative maintenance and how it can help you save.
Lower Costs for Repairs & Replacements
Your facility is run by various components and equipment that are required for daily operations to run smoothly. However, should one of these components or machines break down, it could lead to a major disruption in operations and could lead to complaints from tenants.
However, you can avoid these major costs by getting regular inspections and preventive maintenance. It’s a chance for a skilled technician to inspect the system to detect any potential issues that could flourish into major costly issues. By repairing them before they break down, you’re avoiding a major headache and expenses.
Reduced Downtime & Disruption
If something in your facility breaks, it requires you to divert your focus which could let other tasks slip by. Depending on what breaks in your facility, it could even mean ceasing operations until it’s fixed.
You can avoid these disruptions by enlisting preventative maintenance to your HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, and more. Regular maintenance to these systems ensures that they’re performing at their best and most efficient.
Extend the Lifespan of Equipment & Utilities
Preventative maintenance is an effective means at protecting your equipment and utilities. Through routine inspections, replacing components, and tracking general wear and tear, it can help you ensure that these systems last you without having to replace them prematurely, letting you get the most out of the systems and the costs that went into procuring them.
Lowering Energy Costs
Regular maintenance and inspections can help your equipment run more efficiently. Avoiding routine service and maintenance on crucial equipment will actually make them work harder, which can lead to inflated energy costs. By ensuring that the machines are regularly maintained and operating efficiently, you’ll be avoiding any unexpected surges in your energy costs.
Creating a More Predictable Budget
If you follow up on routine service, inspections, and preventative maintenance, it helps you avoid unexpected costs. This can allow you to create and set a more manageable and predictable budget. It allows you to forecast operating expenses and reduce risks to your facility’s equipment.
Partner with City Wide of Boston for Preventative Maintenance
If you’re looking to save budget and ensure that your facility’s systems and equipment remain in good condition and last, you’ll need preventative maintenance. City Wide of Boston offers a Managed Service Plan and can match you with the right teams to handle these specific tasks so you can focus on more important aspects of daily operations and rest easy knowing that these systems are taken care of.
Here are ways a Managed Service Plan from City Wide can help make your facility maintenance go right for years to come!
- Save time by not having to hunt down the right contractor
- Save money by finding a contractor that fits your needs and budget
- Have your seasonal needs (snow removal, lawn care, etc.) scheduled ahead of time
- Have essential janitorial and building maintenance services organized for you
- Protect and extend the life of your assets with regular, proactive maintenance
Connect with City Wide of Boston today!