If your business relies on an automatic floor scrubber or sweeper, you already know one thing: downtime sucks. A machine that won’t run means lost productivity, frustrated employees, and floors that look neglected. The good news? Most breakdowns are avoidable — if your equipment is on a consistent Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedule.

Let’s break down why regular service matters, what a PM plan actually includes, and why partnering with Wisconsin Scrub & Sweep is the smartest move a Wisconsin business can make.

Why Preventive Maintenance Matters.

Floor scrubbers and sweepers may look simple on the outside, but under the hood, they’re basically mini industrial machines. Batteries, vac motors, drive motors, squeegees, pumps, filters — it’s all working hard every day. Without routine maintenance, small issues turn into expensive repairs.

For example:

• Skipping monthly filter cleaning leads to clogged airflow, which burns up motors and overheats components.
• Worn brushes or pads force the machine to work harder, draining the battery faster and shortening overall battery life.

Most expensive repairs start as small, inexpensive, preventable problems.

What a PM Service from Wisconsin Scrub & Sweep Includes:

When Wisconsin Scrub & Sweep performs a Preventive Maintenance service, you’re not getting a quick once-over. You're getting a full equipment health check from technicians who work on these machines every day.

Our PM services typically include:

• Full inspection of electrical systems.
• Battery testing and cleaning.
• Squeegee and seal inspection/replacement as needed.
• Brush or pad wear assessment.
• Vacuum motor performance check.
• Filter inspection and cleaning.
• Greasing and lubrication.
• Safety system checks.
• Firmware/software checks for modern units.
• A full machine report with honest recommendations.

It’s everything your machine needs to run like new — without the surprise repair bill later.

How Regular Maintenance Saves Money.

Let’s talk numbers for a second. A typical “no-maintenance” customer ends up paying:

• $300–$700 for preventable repairs.
• $800–$2,000 for battery replacements caused by neglect.
• $1,200–$3,000 for major component failures.

Meanwhile, a business that’s on a maintenance plan pays a predictable, transparent service rate — and avoids most large-ticket failures completely.

Routine PM service is the difference between spending hundreds per year versus thousands.

But the biggest savings come from one thing most businesses overlook:

Keeping your team productive because your machine works every single day.

Why Wisconsin Scrub & Sweep Is the Best Choice for Wisconsin Businesses.

There’s a reason hundreds of businesses trust us to maintain their scrubbers and sweepers:

• Industry-leading customer service.

You get real humans, real techs, and real answers — fast. No runaround.

• Transparent pricing.

No mystery bills. No “found something else while we were there.” You approve everything.

• Local Wisconsin technicians.

We know the brands, we know the equipment, and we carry parts to reduce downtime.

• Flexible PM plans.

Whether you run one machine or an entire fleet, we customize the program to fit your facility.

• Fast response times

When you need help, we’re already in the neighborhood.

If a Wisconsin business owns cleaning equipment, it should absolutely be in a PM plan with Wisconsin Scrub & Sweep. It’s cheaper, easier, and gives you peace of mind that your floors will be clean and your equipment will always be ready to go!

Ready to Protect Your Investment?

Your equipment is essential. Let’s keep it running like it should.

👉 Learn more or sign up for a maintenance plan here:

https://www.wisconsinscrubandsweep.com/pages/service-parts

Our team is here to help, answer questions, and get you set up with the right plan for your business.