Garage equipment servicing and maintenance

The main difference is how frequently your equipment is serviced. A six-monthly contract is generally recommended for equipment in regular use, particularly in busy MOT stations and workshops where equipment is used daily. An annual contract may be more suitable for equipment that sees less frequent use. Both contracts include scheduled servicing and inspections, along with the benefit of reduced labour rates and discounted call-out charges. The six-monthly option provides more frequent checks, helping to identify wear and potential problems sooner. We'll help you choose the most suitable servicing schedule for your equipment and workload, ensuring you get the right level of maintenance without paying for more than you need.

Replacement parts and components are not included in the contract price and are charged separately. Your contract covers the agreed service visits, inspections and associated labour, as well as access to reduced labour rates and discounted call-out charges should additional work be required. If our engineers identify any faults or recommend further repairs during a visit, we'll explain what is required and provide a detailed, no-obligation quotation free of charge before carrying out any additional work. This means you'll always know the costs involved and remain in control of any repairs.

If your equipment develops a fault between service visits, simply give us a call. Customers with a service contract receive priority access to our 24- and 48-hour emergency repair service, along with discounted call-out rates. Our team can often provide initial advice over the phone to help you understand the issue and determine whether the equipment can be used safely while you wait for an engineer. Where possible, this can help minimise disruption to your workshop. Our aim is to get you back up and running as quickly and safely as possible.

Absolutely. We service and maintain equipment from a wide range of major manufacturers, regardless of where it was originally purchased or installed. If we're looking after equipment for the first time, our initial visit allows us to assess its condition, identify any existing issues and establish its servicing requirements. This gives us a clear understanding of the equipment and helps us plan the appropriate ongoing maintenance.

Yes. All Garafit engineers are GEA-certified, with a minimum of 8–10 years' experience in the industry. Our engineers carry out servicing, inspections and repairs in accordance with the relevant GEA standards and Code of Practice, ensuring work is completed to a professional standard. We believe communication is just as important as the work itself. Our engineers will talk you through any findings, explain any issues identified and discuss recommended work before leaving site, so you know exactly where you stand.

Yes. Wherever possible, we recommend combining servicing and calibration into one visit. This helps reduce workshop downtime, avoids the need for multiple engineer visits and keeps everything running to schedule. When arranging your servicing contract, we can coordinate your service and calibration dates so they fall due together wherever the schedules allow. This makes ongoing maintenance easier to manage and helps keep your equipment up to date with its servicing and calibration requirements.