When to Repair vs. Replace Commercial Kitchen Equipment
When commercial kitchen equipment goes down, you may question whether repairs or replacement makes more sense. Many commercial kitchen owners find the decision difficult since the initial cost of replacement often feels much larger than the immediate cost of repairs. However, this is only one consideration owners face when dealing with kitchen appliance issues.
Beginning with that most common of questions, let’s review other queries to make when considering whether or not to repair vs replace commercial kitchen appliances.
1. Is It More Cost-Efficient to Repair or Replace Commercial Kitchen Appliances?
To determine cost-efficiency, first ask what the equipment ROI is; or, what value is a particular piece of equipment to your business? Understanding the importance of the appliance may affect your decision to repair or replace it.
Owners should also perform a cost analysis detailing how much previous work the appliance has undergone vs. how profitable it would be to purchase a new appliance without issues. These two considerations can help you determine whether you’ll save more money in the long run by purchasing new vs repairing an old appliance.
2. How Efficient is the Current Appliance vs. a New One?
Efficiency refers to not just energy use, but also to how well an appliance functions and how useful it is to your particular kitchen’s flow. Does your old appliance have trouble maintaining temperature or running smoothly? Could a new appliance improve cooking time or quality? These considerations help you decide on equipment replacement or repair.
3. Is the Appliance Safe? How old is the appliance?
As appliances age, issues ranging from electrical problems to leaks can affect kitchen safety. While many of these problems can be repaired, a recurring issue may point to the need to replace rather than repair.
Safety may also refer to the efficacy of an appliance. For example, commercial kitchen appliances like freezers and refrigerators must maintain a specific temperature to keep food safe; their inability to do so may indicate the need for replacement rather than repair.
General Parts Can Keep Your Kitchen Running with Quick Commercial Kitchen Appliance Repair
While replacing an appliance may seem appealing, fast and dependable commercial kitchen equipment repair can save you money and time while getting your kitchen back up to speed in no time.
At General Parts, we offer a team of professional kitchen appliance repair specialists who can attend to your equipment 24/7, making it easier than ever to maintain a well-run kitchen. With a wide range of knowledge regarding specific appliance makes and models, you can rely on our techs to repair nearly any kitchen appliance.
To better ensure your satisfaction, we maintain a history of work performed on each appliance. This not only gives you a history that you can readily access at any time, but can assist you in deciding when it makes sense to replace rather than repair an appliance.
Interested in learning more about our commercial kitchen appliance service and maintenance? Contact your local General Parts branch by phone or email.