ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

  1. Why should I have a Preventive Maintenance contract when the equipment is under warranty?
    • A warranty covers the equipment if it breaks down or there are manufacturer defects. It does not cover Preventive Maintenance.
    • Equipment should be checked and maintained Semi Annually for the first year, and then quarterly each year after purchase.
    • Preventative maintenance restores a machine’s performance and helps avoid unforeseen breakdowns.

  2. Does Preventive Maintenance really increase the life of equipment?
    • Yes, prevents the additional costs & repairs a machine will incur when not properly maintained (Similar to maintaining car, you have to change the oil to keep the engine running).

  3. What are the actual benefits of having a Preventive Maintenance Contract with Smith & Schaefer?
    • Maintenance work is performed on customer premises.
    • We provide protocols for individual pieces of equipment.
    • Downtime is scheduled to minimize inconvenience.
    • If a potential failure is identified, customers receive detailed report of necessary repairs/upgrades.
    • 36 hour response time for emergency repair (during normal business operation).
    • Preferred customer treatment: contract customers receive priority over non-contract service requests.

  4. What is included in the Preventive Maintenance Contract with no additional cost?
    • Standard preventative maintenance procedures.
    • Service contracts include travel & labor charges.
    • 20-40% discount on all parts.
    • Over the phone technician support/customer service available free of charge.