Technically, repairs can also be considered maintenance work (corrective maintenance). However, the difference between repair and maintenance work is that repairs aim to restore functionality while maintenance looks to preserve functionality.

Repairs are restoration work for when an asset breaks, gets damaged, or stops working. Maintenance refers to routine activities and/or corrective or preventive repair done on assets to prevent damage and prolong the life expectancy.

The technical meaning of maintenance involves functional checks, servicing, repairing or replacing of necessary devices, equipment, machinery, building infrastructure, and supporting utilities in industrial, business, and residential installations.

‍Common repair and maintenance expenses include costs incurred for: Replacing broken or worn-out parts with comparable parts. Repairing HVAC units, toilets, and faucets. Cleaning building structures and systems.