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One piece of restaurant equipment that often breaks down more often than others is the commercial ice machine. While it's not used to make food, it is a crucial part of the restaurant business and one that often gets overlooked. When it comes to your commercial ice machine, a little attention can go a long way. Keep reading to learn about some of the common reasons commercial ice machines break down from your Missouri restaurant equipment repair specialists. Cleaning Your Ice Machine  Regular cleaning of your commercial ice machine is an essential part of preventative maintenance of your restaurant equipment. Not only does it support sanitation, but it also preserves the quality of your ice, increases machine performance and helps extend the life of your ice machine. Failing to regularly clean your commercial ice machine is one of the main causes of malfunction. If scale accumulates on a sensor or blocks a pump, your machine will not operate properly. If the condenser coil is...

Regular equipment maintenance, also referred to as preventative maintenance, is an important part of any commercial kitchen program. The goal of a successful preventative maintenance program is to improve the performance, efficiency and safety of the equipment in your restaurant or other commercial kitchen. Keep reading to learn about some of the benefits of performing regular equipment maintenance from the premier restaurant equipment maintenance company in Missouri . Benefits of Regular Equipment Maintenance From employee safety to producing quality food for your customers, regular equipment maintenance has a lot of benefits, some that you may not even realize. 1. Lower Utility Costs.  Improperly working equipment uses more energy than typically needed. If you see an increase in your electric bill without an easy explanation, chances are there's something wrong with one or more pieces of equipment in your commercial kitchen. Preventative maintenance can ensure your e...

At Fast Fix LLC , we strive to provide excellent customer service. Our mission is to treat all our customers the way we would want to be treated by being honest, reliable and professional. Don't just take our word for it though, check out what some of our clients have to say about our Missouri restaurant equipment repair company . Customer Testimonials "Fast Fix does the majority of the work for my company in the STL area and they are absolutely excellent! Always willing to go out right away for emergencies, are extremely reliable, and can take care of almost anything! I would recommend them to anyone who is in need of excellent service!" - Victoria Steinmann "Wonderful group of hard working people. They have very fair rates and fix the problem the first time. I’d recommend them to anyone." - Dan Shadmani "Owned by great people and are very dependable, and know what they are doing. I highly recommend this company!" - Stephanie Murph...

When running a restaurant, equipment maintenance is a top priority. Without properly working equipment, your restaurant can't operate as normal. Fast Fix LLC is here to help you make maintenance a priority in your commercial kitchen. Keep reading to learn about some of the advantages of keeping a detailed maintenance record. 1. To Prevent Costly Repairs.  With regular use, your restaurant equipment is prone to some general wear and tear. Regular inspections and maintenance can prevent small issues from turning into larger, more costly problems. Fixing small damages before they cause major issues, like equipment malfunction, will keep your restaurant equipment working efficiently, for longer. By keeping a maintenance record, you can ensure that each piece of commercial kitchen equipment in your restaurant is in tip-top shape. 2. To Increase Operator Safety.  Operating faulty equipment is dangerous. Restaurant equipment that is well-maintained reduces the risk of acc...

By better understanding the role of restaurant equipment in your commercial kitchen and how important that upkeep is, you'll be able to decrease your overall costs, improve your maintenance and repair budget, and schedule capital upgrade costs on your schedule and time frame. By making smart and informed choices about equipment maintenance, you'll be able to save money, time and frustration. Here's what you need to know about restaurant equipment maintenance in Missouri : 1. You Can Reduce Repair Costs Through Regular Maintenance.  Think of it like your vehicle; you perform regular oil changes to reduce the likelihood of needing engine repairs. The better you take care of your vehicle through regular maintenance checks, the less likely you are to need repairs. Reducing the amount of repairs needed will decrease the cost of repairs. Plus the cost of maintaining your equipment is typically much less expensive than paying for the repairs after neglecting a maintenance i...

While restaurants can fail for many reasons, about 80% of those that fail go under because they underestimated the startup capital needed. There are always unexpected things that come up with opening a new restaurant, and it almost always costs more than what you would think. Today's blog from Fast Fix LLC offers some advice to those just starting out in the restaurant business. Below you will learn several of the common unexpected costs of opening a restaurant. 1. Design Materials.  When opening a new restaurant, you want it to have a certain look. Obtaining that look can result in a pretty large expense. While you will start with a budget, any changes to in the plans after the project is started can incur extra costs. Maybe the materials you thought you wanted don't look at great in-person and you need to upgrade to something better. Be prepared to go over budget to get your restaurant to look great! 2. Construction Surprises.  When it comes to a building project,...

When it comes to running a business, cutting costs without losing quality is an important task. One great way to cut costs in your restaurant is to make sure you're using energy efficiently. One of the most commonly used pieces of equipment in a commercial kitchen is the oven. You can cook just about anything in an oven, from bread and casseroles to meat and vegetables. Today's blog from Fast Fix LLC offers a few tips on how to operate your commercial ovens in order to maximize energy efficiency. Energy Efficiency Tips for Commercial Ovens Saving energy while operating large pieces of restaurant equipment, such as ovens, is easier than you think. Ask yourself how you're currently using the ovens in your restaurant and use these tips to make any necessary adjustments. You're sure to see an improvement in energy efficiency and could likely see a decrease in your energy bills. Don't preheat your ovens too early. Avoid unnecessary warming and idle times by ...

Improperly working restaurant equipment can post a threat to not only your chefs and kitchen staff, but also your guests and anyone else in the restaurant. Faulty equipment can start a fire, cause a gas leak, etc. Therefore, it's important you hire an experienced restaurant equipment repair company in Missouri or Western Illinois. Below are a few questions you want to ask a company before hiring them: Questions to Ask a Restaurant Equipment Repair Company When choosing a restaurant equipment repair company to hire, you want someone licensed, insured and experienced. These questions can help you weed out some of your options and ensure you're hiring the best Missouri restaurant equipment maintenance company out there: Are you licensed to repair this type of equipment? Are you properly insured?  Do you have expertise with this type of equipment?  Do you have the proper tools to get the job done right?  Do you service both gas and electric equipment?  Wh...

One piece of equipment that can easily get overlooked when cleaning your restaurant kitchen is the bread slicer. Commercial bread slicers are used to slice entire loaves of bread in even, consistent slices. They are very common in bakeries,  as well as other restaurants that bake their own bread. Today's blog from Fast Fix LLC offers a few tips for cleaning and maintaining commercial bread slicers: Cleaning Your Commercial Bread Slicer Commercial bread slicers are power-operated. Therefore, you need to use extra caution when cleaning then to ensure that you do not snag your clothing, slice your hand or get any parts of the machinery wet. They are also razor sharp, so they require special care when cleaning them. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: Read the instruction manual before beginning any cleaning or maintenance.  Always unplug your bread slicer before attempting to clean it or perform any maintenance.  Always wear safety gloves to protect your hands....