The most expensive repair is the one you didn't prevent. Accutemp's Preventive Maintenance programs are designed to reduce costly emergency repairs by up to 70%, extend equipment lifespan by 25–50%, and keep your facility running without disruption. We create customized PM schedules based on your equipment inventory, usage patterns, and business requirements.
Reactive maintenance — waiting for equipment to break before calling for service — is the most expensive approach to managing commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and kitchen equipment. Emergency repairs cost 3–5 times more than planned maintenance due to overtime labor, expedited parts shipping, and the indirect costs of lost business during downtime. Accutemp's preventive maintenance programs flip this equation by identifying and addressing small issues before they become expensive emergencies.
Our preventive maintenance approach is built on data and experience. We've maintained thousands of commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and kitchen equipment systems across Northern Colorado, giving us deep insight into failure patterns, wear timelines, and the maintenance intervals that deliver the best return on investment. Each PM program is customized to your specific equipment, facility conditions, and operational demands — because a restaurant kitchen in Fort Collins has very different needs than a warehouse refrigeration system in Greeley.
Every preventive maintenance visit follows a comprehensive checklist tailored to each piece of equipment. For HVAC systems, this includes filter replacement, coil cleaning, refrigerant level checks, electrical connection tightening, thermostat calibration, and belt inspection. For refrigeration units, we check compressor performance, clean condenser coils, verify door gasket seals, clear drain lines, and test temperature controls. Kitchen equipment receives burner adjustments, thermostat calibration, safety device testing, and cleaning of critical components.
Preventive maintenance contract clients receive significant advantages beyond scheduled service. Priority emergency dispatch means PM clients go to the front of the line when unexpected breakdowns occur. Reduced labor rates on repairs save additional money throughout the year. Detailed equipment condition reports help you budget for replacements before failures force emergency purchases at premium prices. And comprehensive service documentation supports warranty claims, insurance requirements, and health department inspections.
What's Included
- Customized maintenance schedules based on your equipment and usage patterns
- Priority emergency response with reduced wait times for PM contract clients
- Same-day service for urgent PM-flagged issues — no waiting for the next routine visit
- 30-day labor warranty on every PM-related repair, included with your contract
- Documented 40–70% reduction in emergency repair costs for active PM clients
- Extended equipment lifespan of 25–50% compared to reactive maintenance only
- Detailed compliance documentation and inspection reporting
- Seasonal system optimization for Northern Colorado's climate extremes
- Discounted labor rates on all repairs for PM contract holders
- Equipment condition tracking and replacement budgeting assistance
Our Process
Equipment Inventory
We document every piece of commercial equipment in your facility, including make, model, age, and condition, to build a comprehensive maintenance plan
Custom PM Schedule
Based on your equipment inventory, usage patterns, and business hours, we create a maintenance schedule that maximizes equipment uptime with minimal disruption
Scheduled Service Visits
Our technicians perform thorough inspections and maintenance on each visit, following detailed checklists and documenting all findings and work performed
Ongoing Optimization
We continuously refine your PM program based on equipment performance data, adjusting intervals and procedures to deliver the best results