With the right winter maintenance, you can extend the life of your construction equipment and avoid costly repairs when it’s time to get back to work.
As projects slow down for the season, now’s the time to plan for winter preventive maintenance. Inspect, repair, and prepare your fleet with proper cleaning, lubrication, and protection to prevent corrosion and mechanical issues. This will keep your machines ready to perform come spring.
If your machines will sit idle this winter, proper storage and prep can save you from big headaches come spring. Start by cleaning thoroughly, lubricating all moving parts, draining fluids like fuel, and storing attachments indoors. Cover your machines to shield them from dust, moisture, and freezing temperatures.
Here are the benefits of doing that work:
These components face more wear than any other part of a backhoe or excavator, especially in slick winter conditions. Schedule regular inspections and take advantage of Yancey Bros.’ free undercarriage inspection through the end of the year to keep your fleet at peak performance.
Cold weather drains power fast. Store batteries indoors or use blankets to prevent freezing and always check connections and charge levels. Right now, save up to 25% on Cat batteries, which are built for lasting performance and reduced downtime.
Cold thickens oil, increasing wear and the risk of failure. Check Cat guidelines for winter-grade oil, replace filters and service your fuel system. For a limited time, Yancey is offering 30% off Cat filters online and 20% off in-store to help you prepare.
Switch to cold-weather tires or tracks, check pressure frequently, and use chains or traction aids on slick surfaces if your equipment needs to move this winter. If you need replacement track, Yancey is offering 40% off Cat general duty rubber tracks and 25% off heavy-duty tracks through Dec. 31.
Don’t put your investment in heavy equipment at risk this winter. Yancey has over expert technicians throughout the state of Georgia that specialize in winter maintenance needs and can prepare your fleet for the worst of the winter weather and make sure your equipment is up to date on manufacturer-recommended upkeep.
When you partner with Yancey, you’ll save time and money. Our specials on undercarriage inspections, batteries, filters and tracks — as well as 10% off all Cat parts — are only available through Dec. 31, so act fast!
