There are a lot of decisions to make when you’re running a school, college or other educational environment. There’s always something to be keeping track of, always a problem that needs solving. As well as juggling everything, you need to find a balance between managing a tight budget, but also ensuring students and staff have high-quality, functioning and reliable facilities to use. This can be difficult with costs on the rise, equipment ageing and people expecting more from the education sector. Luckily, there are ways to save money on catering and DT facilities but without cutting corners, compromising quality and anyone going without.
Balancing the Quality and Cost-Effectiveness of School Facilities
- Prioritise School Maintenance Services – One of the biggest mistakes schools make is to prioritise school maintenance services as and when issues crop up, waiting until something breaks before fixing it. But, this tends to result in emergency call outs, unexpected expenses and downtime at the most inconvenient times. By prioritising school maintenance and scheduling regular servicing, you can make sure that equipment runs smoothly, lasts longer and is less likely to run into costly problems.
- Choose the Right Equipment – Not all commercial catering and DT equipment is the same, and schools need to make sure that the facilities being used can handle a lot of use, meet student safety needs and provide long-term reliability. By choosing the right facilities – for example, kitchen appliances that are designed with educational settings in mind – you can relax knowing that the equipment can handle the workload, saving you money on repairs, maintenance and replacements.
- Partner with One Services Provider – Managing multiple contractors for the supply, installation and maintenance of school facilities can lead to higher costs and communication issues, not to mention the time it takes to keep on top of everything. By working with a one-stop-shop team, you can streamline the process, saving both time and money. At DCE, we handle everything from the initial consultation and supply to installation and ongoing maintenance, ensuring consistency, quality and cost-effectiveness at all times.
- Use What’s Already There – Upgrading school facilities doesn’t always mean paying out for a complete overhaul, as there’s always a chance the existing equipment can still be used. Often, retrofitting commercial catering and DT equipment into your current setup, or refurbishing existing facilities works just as well, whilst also saving you money.
School Maintenance Services: Why Schools and Colleges Trust DCE
DCE is a trusted, budget-conscious provider of the supply, installation and maintenance of school facilities, including commercial catering and DT equipment. We provide expert services tailored to the education sector, with a focus on the cost-effective supply and installation of education-specific equipment. We understand the pressures schools and colleges face to keep on top of facilities maintenance, and the importance of saving money without compromising on quality. That’s why we work hard to deliver high-quality solutions that meet your needs and your budget.
Find out more by getting in touch with our helpful team.