Preventive maintenance keeps vans on the road and techs productive. Here is a simple program.
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Why it matters
A broken van means cancelled calls and lost revenue. Most breakdowns come from skipped maintenance. A preventive program costs less than emergencies.
Maintenance schedule
Follow manufacturer intervals and adjust for heavy use.
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Daily checks
Drivers check tires, lights and fluids.
Mileage tracking
Telematics or logs trigger service reminders.
Tires and brakes
Heavy loads wear them faster.
Records
Keep service history for each van.
Vendors
A reliable shop with fleet scheduling.
Plan downtime
Schedule service on slow days or with a spare van.
Clean and organized
Organized vans are safer and easier to inspect.
An example
An electrical contractor scheduled oil changes and tire checks every Friday afternoon by rotation. Roadside breakdowns dropped to almost zero.
Know your numbers
Maintenance cost per van, downtime days and breakdowns per year.
Common mistakes
Waiting for problems, no records and ignoring driver reports.
Where to start
Put every van's next service date on one calendar and give drivers a two-minute daily checklist. Those two steps prevent most surprises.
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Frequently asked questions
How often should service vans get maintenance?
Follow manufacturer schedules based on mileage and time, adjusted for heavy loads and stop-and-go driving, with daily driver checks.