House demolition projects are very equipment-intensive. Different tools and machines will be required for the various stages of the project. No doubt about it, the availability, quality and condition of the construction equipment used will have an impact on different aspects of the project.
When choosing which equipment to use on construction projects such as a house demolition, it makes a lot of good sense for contractors to select tools and machinery that are kept up properly through regular preventive maintenance. Doing so carries with it several benefits, some of which are as highlighted
1. It Is An Investment In Safety
Equipment that is properly maintained is safe equipment. The equipment will work exactly as it should, and malfunctions are kept to a minimum. With safe equipment, you will have a safe job site and can look forward to reduced risk of any accidents.
In case of any accidents or incidents, you can also look forward to a speedy settlement with your insurance company. Before paying out a claim, insurance companies investigate several things, one of which is the state of the equipment involved in the accident. If the findings reveal that the equipment maintenance is not up to date, your claim will more than likely be denied.
2. It Ensures Peak Performance
Equipment that is well maintained will be running more efficiently and at its peak performance levels. With all the parts working correctly, you will be getting the most out of every piece of equipment that is out on the site. This can mean putting a smaller number of units of the same type of machine to work.
3. It Maximises Uptime and Prevents Project Delays
Any downtime can cause your house demolition project to stall. Machines that are not well maintained will keep breaking down and cause unnecessary downtime. With equipment that is well maintained, you can look forward to your project staying on schedule and meeting all set deadlines.
4. It Reduces Project Costs
Frequent equipment breakdown and the costs tied to repairing the construction equipment can lead to serious cost overrun. This is not to mention the fact that poorly maintained equipment have poor fuel efficiency, and you will be spending a lot more on fuel.
It is not enough that the contractor has the equipment, whether in-house or rented, needed for your house demolition project. How well the equipment is taken care of by way of a regular preventive maintenance schedule should always be an area of focus.