Why One-Size-Fits-All Lift Maintenance Doesn’t Work

Ever wondered why some buildings experience frequent lift breakdowns, even with regular servicing in place? The answer often lies in the type of maintenance plan chosen. Selecting the right lift maintenance strategy tailored to your needs can greatly influence the reliability, cost-efficiency, and lifespan of your equipment.

In this blog post, we’ll explore the types of lift maintenance contracts typically offered in Singapore, highlighting the benefits and limitations of each. We'll also delve deeper into why a customised maintenance plan might be the best solution to ensure your lifts remain reliable, cost-effective, and safe for users.

The Two Common Lift Maintenance Contracts in Singapore

Before diving into customised lift maintenance plans, let's first explore the types of maintenance contracts typically offered by technicians in Singapore. Understanding your options clearly can help you make better decisions and avoid unnecessary headaches down the line.

Firstly, there’s the Standard Maintenance Contract, which provides essential preventive care. This includes regular inspections and basic servicing tasks such as replacing consumables like lubrication oil.

Alternatively, there's the Comprehensive Maintenance Contract, which provides more extensive coverage. For a fixed, predictable fee, this option covers regular servicing, preventive maintenance, and most repairs or part replacements during the contract term. It also removes the wait time often needed for quotation approvals, allowing servicing and repairs to proceed without delay. Many property owners prefer this type of contract because it simplifies budgeting and reduces surprises, giving peace of mind knowing their lifts are consistently maintained.

For an even deeper dive into understanding these contracts, check out our previous post How to Plan and Budget for Lift Maintenance Fees.

When Standard Plans Fall Short

Despite the advantages of standardised contracts, they might not be sufficient for every lift scenario. Customised lift maintenance plans are especially beneficial if your lift is aging, handles a high volume of daily traffic (such as passenger lifts in multi-storey buildings), or experiences heavy-duty, rough usage like goods and service lifts. Standard and comprehensive plans often lack the flexibility needed to address the specific maintenance requirements of these more demanding scenarios.

Why Customised Lift Maintenance Makes a Difference

A customised lift maintenance plan is tailored specifically to your lift’s usage, age, and condition. It typically includes more frequent site visits and inspections, allowing for closer monitoring of critical components. It also involves proactive replacements or servicing of heavily-used or vulnerable parts.

Compared to standardised plans, customised maintenance provides a better fit for your specific operational needs, usage patterns, and budget. By precisely meeting these requirements, customised plans deliver improved performance and greater reliability.

In the long term, customised lift maintenance contributes significantly to reliability and cost savings. It reduces lift downtime and repair costs by up to 40% by proactively addressing potential issues before they escalate into costly repairs or failures. Additionally, regular and targeted upkeep helps increase your equipment’s lifespan and improves its energy efficiency. Ultimately, choosing customised maintenance means investing in the ongoing performance and reliability of your lift systems, ensuring smoother operations and sustained savings.

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Customised lift maintenance plans go beyond routine care, they adapt to your building’s needs, usage patterns, and long-term goals. At BELIFT, we take a predictive approach, using diagnostics to anticipate issues before they become problems. Our dedicated service teams work closely with you to design maintenance schedules that make sense for your lift, your property, and your budget.

Looking for a partner in your lift maintenance? Leave your contact details with us, and our friendly technicians at BELIFT will reach out to discuss the best solutions tailored to your specific needs. Let us help you keep your lift dependable for years to come.