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What Are Commercial Preventive Maintenance Contracts?

Written by Bethany sousa | Dec 16, 2025 5:00:01 AM

A Preventive Maintenance (PM) contract is a service agreement that schedules routine HVAC inspections, cleaning, and tune-ups to reduce breakdowns and control costs. Harold Brothers tailors these contracts to keep commercial systems running efficiently year-round.

Harold Brothers Preventative Maintenance Contracts: 
Costs vs. Savings

Metric

With PM Contract

Without PM Contract

Annual Maintenance Cost

Predictable monthly or yearly rate

Reactive, unpredictable expenses

Emergency Repair Incidents

20–30% fewer

Frequent and disruptive

Equipment Lifespan

Extended 15–20%

Shortened by neglect

Energy Costs

~10% lower

Higher, less controlled

Business Disruption

Minimal downtime

Unexpected outages

What Does a Preventative Maintenance Contract Include?

Preventative maintenance contracts usually cover filter changes, coil cleaning, refrigerant checks, diagnostics, and seasonal system tune-ups. Harold Brothers builds these programs around the specific equipment and operating needs of each client, rather than offering one-size-fits-all coverage. Harold Brothers offers PM scheduling guidance


Is a Preventative Maintenance Contract Worth It?

Routine maintenance lowers repair frequency and improves efficiency. Industry studies show a 5:1 return on investment for preventative maintenance, meaning every $1 spent can save $5 or more in avoided repairs and downtime. Harold Brothers has seen these results firsthand across schools, office buildings, and healthcare facilities in New England


Harold Brothers’ Approach to Preventative Maintenance

Unlike many contractors, Harold Brothers structures contracts with transparency and flexibility. Building owners can expect proactive scheduling, detailed reporting, and a focus on extending system life, not pushing unnecessary replacements.