Restaurant Equipment Preventative Maintenance Plans

As your commercial kitchen equipment gets older, the costs associated with repair and maintenance increase. By having a preventative maintenance program in place will help keep these expenses under control and help you avoid the need to purchase new equipment prematurely. Keep reading to learn more about what should be included in your preventative maintenance plan:

Importance of Preventative Maintenance 


Commercial kitchen equipment is the backbone of any restaurant, and without it, your restaurant wouldn't be able to function. Therefore, a top priority for restaurant owners should be to ensure the equipment is being taken care of, from cleaning to maintenance. Implementing a Missouri restaurant equipment preventative maintenance plan will not only increase the life of your equipment, but also increase the efficiency of your commercial kitchen. While not comprehensive, below is a list of important items to be sure and include in your preventative maintenance plan:

Tasks to Complete 12 Times Per Year
  • De-scale and sanitize ice machines and bins
  • Boil-clean fryer elements
  • Clean microwave filters and air vents

Tasks to Complete 4 Times Per Year
  • Clean refrigerator coils
  • Change A/C and furnace filters
  • Check refrigeration door gaskets and hardware 
  • Service dishwasher (chemical dispenser, temperature calibration) 
  • Pump grease trap 
  • Change water filters (ice machine, beverage system, dishwasher, etc.) 
  • Check oven door gaskets and hardware
  • Clean-flush soda and beer lines

Tasks to Complete 2 Times Per Year 
  • Flush hot water heater (check anodes) 
  • Calibrate refrigeration thermostats
  • Lubricate exhaust and air supply fan bearings
  • Lubricate A/C and referigeration compressors 
  • Check A/C and make-up air fan belts, fan blades and bearings 
  • Professionally clean exhaust hoods and ducts 
  • Calibrate ovens, ranges and broilers
  • Clean/vacuum computers (including POS) 

Preventative Maintenance with Fast Fix LLC 


While some of these routine maintenance items can be accomplished in-house, other items should be done by a professional. Discuss your Missouri restaurant equipment maintenance needs with Fast Fix LLC. We can design a maintenance plan on an individualized basis. Give us a call at 573-254-3748 for more information. Our goal is to ensure your restaurant equipment is maintained for premium performance levels. This reduces waste, down-time energy usage and improves bottom line of your business.   

Fast Fix LLC. Restaurant Equipment Service & Repair - 

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Fast Fix LLC. Restaurant Services
9403 County Road 154
Auxvasse, MO 65231

Phone: 573-254-3748
St. Louis Customers: 636-FASTFIX
Website: www.FastFixLLC.com

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