Why Planned Maintenance Matters
Extend the life of your equipment, reduce emergency breakdowns, and save money with a proactive maintenance strategy.
Planned maintenance isn’t just a technical service—it’s a smart investment in reliability, safety, and long-term operational success. At Janitors Supply Co., our PM programs are designed to help you avoid costly surprises and keep your equipment running like it should.
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What Is Planned Maintenance?
Planned maintenance (PM) is a scheduled service program that keeps your equipment running at peak performance by identifying and addressing minor issues before they become major failures.
A typical PM service includes:
Cleaning and lubricating critical components
Inspecting pads, brushes, batteries, cords, and filters
Replacing wear parts before they fail
Adjusting operating pressures and suction
Documenting machine condition for future tracking
5 Reasons Planned Maintenance Is Worth It
1. Extend Equipment Life
Protect your investment by preventing excessive wear and breakdown. Well-maintained machines run longer and require fewer costly replacements.
2. Minimize Downtime
Avoid equipment failures during active shifts. Scheduled service ensures machines are ready when you need them most.
3. Maintain Cleaning Quality
A scrubber with worn squeegees or a clogged vacuum won’t deliver professional results. PM keeps performance consistent and reliable.
4. Lower Total Cost of Ownership
Regular service reduces the need for urgent, expensive repairs—and helps catch issues while they’re still small.
5. Protect Safety & Compliance
PM reduces operator hazards and helps maintain standards in regulated environments (e.g., healthcare, food processing, schools).
What Happens Without Planned Maintenance?
Skipping PM may save time now—but the long-term costs add up quickly.
Minor issues escalate into major failures
Emergency repairs cost 5–10× more
Equipment downtime affects cleaning schedules and productivity
Unreliable machines lead to inconsistent results or lost accounts
“We’ve seen a $12 squeegee left unchecked ruin a $600 vacuum motor.” — JSC Service Tech
Real Costs of Emergency Repairs
When machines fail unexpectedly, you’re paying for more than just the repair:
Premium labor rates for urgent service
Expedited parts shipping
Rental equipment fees or contract delays
Lost productivity and staff downtime
Insight: A $75 PM visit can save you from a $750 emergency repair.
Planned Maintenance = Predictable Budgeting
PM makes service costs easy to plan and manage.
- Choose a monthly, quarterly, or custom schedule
- Pay a fixed per-visit or per-machine rate
- Consolidated billing available for multi-site operations
- Optional upgrades for usage tracking and reporting
Designed for All Equipment Types
We offer PM plans for nearly every category of commercial floor and janitorial equipment:
Walk-behind floor scrubbers
Ride-on floor scrubbers
Vacuums (upright, backpack, HEPA, wet/dry)
Burnishers and floor buffers
Carpet extractors and spot cleaners
Sweepers, air movers, specialty tools
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Ready to Protect Your Equipment?
Planned maintenance is one of the simplest and most effective ways to improve uptime, extend machine life, and gain peace of mind.
Fast, easy onboarding process
No long-term contract required
Customized plans to match your operation
Free facility walkthrough available
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