The importance of preventative maintenance

Abstract

Offers a check list of some environmental systems within a building that require preventive maintenance (PM), together with typical faults due to deterioration. Argues that a lack of PM will lead to expensive breakdown of capital equipment. Advises the use of a qualified contractor, registered to ISO 9000. Concludes that the essence of good maintenance is prevention rather than cure.

Citation

Bishop, T. (1990), "The importance of preventative maintenance", Property Management, Vol. 8 No. 4, pp. 326-331. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000003377