Forklift Service Questions

Straight answers to the questions we hear most. Don't see yours? Call (281) 890-5252.

How often should my forklift get Preventative Maintenance?

We follow the 250-hour service interval most manufacturers recommend. Regular Preventative Maintenance catches small problems before they shut you down. If your forklift is getting close to 250 hours, call (281) 890-5252 and we'll come out.

Do you come to us, or do we have to bring the forklift in?

We come to you. Our service truck comes to your warehouse, yard or job site, so most repairs happen right where the forklift works. Bigger jobs, like transmission overhauls and complete rebuilds, can be done in our shop in Bedias.

What area do you cover?

We serve Houston, Southeast & East Texas, and we'll travel anywhere in Texas. That includes Houston and North Houston, Conroe, Huntsville, Navasota, Bryan–College Station, Beaumont, Port Arthur, Orange, Lufkin, Livingston, Jasper, Victoria and Seguin. West Texas (Odessa, Midland and the Permian Basin) is available on request. Don't see your town? Call us.

What if my forklift breaks down after hours or on a weekend?

Our office hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. After hours and on weekends, we're on call for breakdowns. Call (281) 890-5252.

What brands of forklifts do you work on?

We work on Toyota, Nissan, Hoist, Hyster/Yale, Linde and more. If you have a different make, call and ask.

Do you work on older forklifts?

Yes. Got an old forklift other shops won't touch because of its age? We keep older equipment running.

Do you service Linde forklifts?

Yes. We're one of the few shops outside the dealer that works on Linde.

Can you figure out what's wrong with my forklift?

Yes. We use diagnostic software for most units. We find the real problem and tell you straight what it needs.

Do you sell parts?

Yes. We carry parts for Toyota, Nissan, Hoist, Hyster/Yale, Linde and more, and OEM parts are available on request. Call with your make, model and serial number.

Do you sell used forklifts?

Yes. We sell quality used forklifts, and paint is available on any machine. Don't see what you need on our Inventory page? Tell us and we'll find it.

Do you rent forklifts?

Rentals are limited, so call (281) 890-5252 to check availability.

Do you work on equipment other than forklifts?

Yes. We also work on rail car movers, yard mules, and forestry, construction and heavy diesel equipment.

How do I set up service?

Call (281) 890-5252, Monday–Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, or any time for a breakdown. Tell us the make and model, what the machine is doing and where it is.

Where is your shop?

Our shop is at 15225 FM 1696, Bedias, TX 77831, in Grimes County.

How long has Texas Forklift Service been in business?

Since 1978. We're a family-run business, now in our third generation. Since 1978. Still here. Still lifting.