How to Make the Right Motor Repair or Replacement Decision

Knowing whether or not to repair or replace your motor can be tricky. The key is being able to tell the difference between the need for replacement and the need for repair. We've put together some tips in order for your to make sure you are making the right decision when it comes to your motor.

Tip #1 Frequency: The first factor to keep in mind is the frequency of repair. If you are repairing your motor more than once every two or three months it is going to be far more cost effective to replace. This will save you time, money, hassle, and worry and can make sure your motor is working properly every time you need it to.

Tip #2 Age: Another factor to keep in mind is the severity of the issue and the age of the motor. This is important because very serious repairs in older motors is not always the best bet because often larger repairs end up costing more than the motor is worth. If you have an older motor that needs major repair you are likely going to do far better to replace than to worry about trying to find someone that will repair it.

Tip #3 Safety: The last factor to keep in mind is the overall safety of the motor. Is this motor still going to be safe if it is repaired rather than replaced, is the repair going to restore it to safe working order, and is the motor compromised at all by the repair? If your motor is not going to be as safe after repair or if there is any evidence to suggest that safety is going to go down after repair, you may want to consider replacement.

If you are unsure about your motor and you need an experienced team to assess the situation, contact our experts at Northline Industrial today! We will be able to tell you if your motor needs to be replaced or if repair is sufficient to get the motor working again. Contact us today!