Are you confident your combine will harvest smoothly? Combine Inspections provide peace of mind by catching issues early before they stop your season. On this page, see what our inspection includes, why it matters, and how you benefit from booking with Black Sheep Heavy Duty.
Combine Inspection Services
When you roll into (or we roll out to) your field, our inspection checklist digs deep—far deeper than a casual walk-around. We remove panels, bore-scope components, and test-run every system, from header engagement to grain-handling augers. Using calibrated tools, we measure concave clearances and examine the rotor for scoring or imbalance that can smash kernels and waste yield. We track auger wear with ultrasonic gauges and verify feeder house chain tension so crop flow stays even.
During a preseason combine inspection we also sample gearbox oil, scan ECU fault codes, and thermal-image bearings to flag hotspots. You receive a colour-coded digital report, photos, and a priority list so you can plan repairs instead of scrambling mid-harvest. The result? Less downtime, lower repair bills, and more grain in the truck.
What Makes Us Different
Black Sheep Heavy Duty isn’t another one-size-fits-all shop. Our technicians train year-round on new ag technologies—so when OEMs release updated threshing modules or software patches, we’re already certified to install and calibrate them. Because of our preferred-vendor network, parts ordered through us carry full manufacturer warranty, saving you claim headaches down the road.
There’s no comparable facility between Calgary and Edmonton that serves both agriculture and construction. That dual-industry DNA means whether your issue is a crop-flow sensor or a swing-drive hydraulic leak, we understand it—and we’ve probably fixed it before.
Can’t get the combine off the farm? Four fully equipped mobile units come to you, each with a 14,000-lb crane, 100 T track press, mobile hydraulic cylinder bench, welders, air arc, oil recovery, and even 4WD when the field’s still spongy. Prefer a controlled environment for drivetrain work? Our shop on Range Road 232 gives us the space and lighting to tackle intricate gearbox rebuilds without dust or weather interference. We’re on call 24/7, because breakdowns don’t respect business hours and neither do we.
Bottom line—you get harvest-ready combines, faster, and backed by people who obsess over doing the job right the first time.
Contact Us About Combine Inspection Now: Call 403-848-2342!
If your machine hasn’t had a harvest-ready combine check yet, give us a ring. Our schedulers can slot a technician on-farm this week or reserve shop time that fits your calendar. One call to 403-848-2342 is all it takes to protect your yield and slash surprise repairs.
FAQs
What Areas Do You Serve For Combine Inspections?
We’re based at 37549 Range Road 232 in Red Deer County, AB—just off Range Road 232—yet our mobile units criss-cross Central Alberta daily. Because we’re federally regulated, we can also travel as far as British Columbia or Nunavut when contracts justify it. Wherever your combine is parked, chances are we can reach you.
How Often Should A Combine Be Inspected?
A full inspection before every harvest is ideal. Modern combines pack thousands of moving parts that see extreme dust, vibration, and load cycles. Annual pre-season checks catch developing wear, let you schedule repairs during slack periods, and reduce peak-season downtime—saving both time and crop quality.
What’s Included In A Professional Combine Inspection?
Expect a multi-point process: visual checks, computerized diagnostics, fluid sampling, belt and chain tension tests, sieve calibration, electrical and hydraulic pressure readings, and safety system verification. Technicians document findings, prioritize them by severity, and recommend OEM-approved fixes so you can budget intelligently.
Ready To Schedule Your Combine Inspection?
Harvest waits for nobody. Secure your inspection slot with Black Sheep Heavy Duty today and keep your combine running smooth from the first swath to the last truckload. Call 403-848-2342 now and let’s get you harvest-ready!
Heavy-Duty Mechanic Services we offer
Keeping your operations running smoothly requires equipment that's both reliable and consistently maintained. We understand that when machinery breaks down, every minute matters. Our team specializes in performing expert agricultural equipment repair, construction equipment repair, and forestry and logging equipment repair right at your location. From routine maintenance to complex troubleshooting, we’re equipped to handle repairs quickly, effectively, and with minimal disruption to your workflow.
Are surprise breakdowns still dictating when you harvest, dig, or skid? With a tailored preventive maintenance plan, your equipment works on your schedule—not the other way around.
Grinding gears? Dash flickering like a disco? Truck repair from Black Sheep Heavy Duty gets your machine back on the job fast—without guesswork or surprise costs.
Is one of your machines down when you need it most? Our heavy equipment repair team gets you running again fast, whether you’re in the field, on a job-site, or parked in our fully equipped shop.
Skidder stuck in the cut block—or a harvester throwing fault codes right when your quota’s due? Get back to production quickly with Black Sheep Heavy Duty’s forestry equipment repair team.
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Is a damaged sprayer tire slowing you down during a critical application window? Our mobile team brings a full tire shop to your field, keeping you on schedule and out of the mud—without the hassle of hauling your machine into town.
Is your excavator groaning or your loader losing hydraulic power? Getting your construction equipment serviced shouldn’t derail your entire workday, and with the right partner, it won’t. Below you’ll discover how Black Sheep Heavy Duty keeps your machines productive—wherever the job takes you.
Are you seeking reliable agricultural equipment services & repair? When your farm equipment fails, downtime impacts productivity. Black Sheep Heavy Duty offers quick, dependable repairs to keep your operations smooth.
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Ever lose a day’s production because a blown cylinder had to be hauled into town? With our mobile hydraulic cylinder bench services, you get the same precision rebuild you’d expect in-shop—only it happens right beside your machine, wherever you’re working.
Is a leaking cylinder or sluggish hydraulic circuit slowing down your workday? At Black Sheep Heavy Duty, you get fast, expert Hydraulic Repairs & Services that put your equipment back to work—without the downtime or guess-work.
Are you confident your combine will harvest smoothly? Combine Inspections provide peace of mind by catching issues early before they stop your season. On this page, see what our inspection includes, why it matters, and how you benefit from booking with Black Sheep Heavy Duty.
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Our Customer's Testimonials
TERRI
Brian & Stacey are salt of the earth people. Brian is extremely knowledgeable and has great staff! They are well equipped to deal with any situation in any weather and work extremely hard to get one up and running asap! Highly recommend their services.
Tammy porter
Amazing family run business. Honestly need to look no further. Use this company with confidence
Jake Latimer
Brian and Stacey and his team are an absolutely amazing crew.Whether its a phone call to give some how to advice to little stuff a guy over looks or is unsure of, or pull a motor on any ag, forest, or construction equipment he is the man.Him and his well put together team of knowledge is exceptional whether it’s in the field behind the scenes, or in parts or a wave going down the highway. He is definately a first call!
Contact Black Sheep Heavy Duty
Black Sheep Heavy Duty provides professional heavy-duty mechanics for agricultural, construction, & forestry equipment repair & maintenance, both from our shop in Red Deer County, AB & via mobile service to Central Alberta & beyond. Contact us today with any questions, to request a quote, & to schedule service!