6 Reasons To Get Professional School Maintenance Checks In The Holidays
As a headteacher, your focus is always on creating a safe, welcoming, and high-performing environment for your pupils and staff. But keeping a school running smoothly isn’t just about what happens in the classroom—it’s also about what’s going on behind the scenes.
With the summer holidays fast approaching, now is the ideal time to consider the condition of your school buildings. From ageing heating systems to leaky roofs and tired water tanks, school maintenance checks carried out during the quieter holiday period can save you time, money, and hassle when term starts again.
Here’s 6 reasons why school maintenance checks are a must for your site this summer.
- Empty Buildings = Easier Access
Summer holidays offer a rare window of opportunity. With pupils and most staff off-site, maintenance engineers can carry out thorough inspections and repair work without disrupting learning. It’s also safer and more efficient, no need to work around timetables or relocate classes due to noisy or messy repairs.Planned school maintenance checks during the summer ensure everything is tested, fixed, and in full working order ready for September.
- Your School Buildings Is Ageing
Let’s be honest—many school buildings show their age. That might mean older boilers, outdated radiators, ageing pipework, and patchy insulation. A well-organised maintenance programme is essential for keeping these systems running safely and efficiently. - Minor Issues Now, Bigger Problems Later
School maintenance checks can identify minor issues before they become major problems. That old radiator in the hall that never quite heats up? It could be signalling a wider issue in your heating system. Addressing it now avoids bigger costs later. - Your Water Systems Could Pose a Health Risk
Showers in the gym are. Sinks in the science labs. Water tanks in the roof. They’re all potential breeding grounds for Legionella if not properly maintained.School maintenance checks should always include a review of your water systems. At Brooktech, we look for signs of stagnant water, corrosion, and debris (clear indicators that your water systems need attention). Regular checks protect your school community from serious health risks and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Flat Roofs Are Prone to Leaks
Many schools have flat roofs, is your school one of them? If so then your building is especially vulnerable to standing water, moss build-up, and general wear and tear. Even small cracks or drainage issues can lead to leaks that damage ceilings, electrics, and structural elements.Summer school maintenance checks allow time to inspect, clean, and repair your roof before autumn’s wet weather returns. Prevention really is better than cure—especially when the cure means costly roof repairs and classroom closures.
- Old Electrical and Security Systems Scream Potenial Safety and Safeguarding Issues
CCTV, fire alarms, emergency lighting, and general electrical systems should all be included in your summer school maintenance checks. Ensuring that safety systems are working as they should protects pupils, staff, and your premises.Old wiring, flickering lights or faulty alarm sensors may seem minor, but they could pose real dangers. Brooktech’s qualified engineers will test, repair, or upgrade systems to make sure they meet current safety standards.
- Peace of Mind for the New Term
There’s enough to think about when the new school year begins. The last thing you want is to deal with a boiler failure or a leaky roof on the first day of term.
Having school maintenance checks completed during the holidays means you can focus on your staff and pupils in September—not scrambling for emergency repairs.
How Brooktech Can Help
At Brooktech, we understand the unique challenges schools face when it comes to maintenance. Our team works with headteachers and facilities managers to deliver comprehensive school maintenance checks tailored to your site and your systems.
We offer:
- Planned maintenance packages
- Water tank cleaning and Legionella prevention
- Boiler and radiator servicing
- Electrical system testing and upgrades
- Roof and gutter inspections
- Emergency repairs when needed
Our flexible approach means we work around your calendar—with minimal disruption and complete professionalism.
Time for Your Summer School Maintenance Checks?
Get your school ready for the new term with Brooktech’s reliable, no-fuss maintenance support. From routine checks to proactive repairs, we’ll help you stay on top of your site so you can focus on what really matters—your pupils.
Get in touch today to book your summer school maintenance checks or to learn more about our planned maintenance services.
