Your generator is designed to provide peace of mind. When the electrical grid goes down, you want to feel confident that your home or business will still have access to power. The last thing you want is to discover that your generator is nonfunctional when you need it most. Corbin Electrical Services, Inc. provides generator services for customers throughout New Jersey, providing performance you can rely on. Here, we discuss how often you should get generator service to ensure your equipment works when you need it to.
Why Is Generator Service Important?
A residential or commercial backup generator takes the responsibility off your shoulders. When you lose power, it is designed to automatically kick into action and restore electricity. This automatic activation, coupled with its out-of-the-way location and infrequent use, makes your generator easy to take for granted. You may not notice a problem until the situation is serious.
Like any other home or commercial equipment, a standby generator is an investment. Getting the most out of any investment requires maintenance. While they may seem expensive, routine inspections and repairs can prevent issues that cost hundreds to thousands of dollars to fix. It also extends the lifespan of your equipment, preventing pricy replacements while providing peace of mind that your generator will work when you need it to.
When Should You Schedule Generator Service?
Fortunately, generator service doesn’t have to be frequent. Most maintenance and check-ups only need to be done once a year to keep your equipment functional. If your generator sees heavy use due to a bad storm season or frequent outages, then you may wish to schedule a second visit partway through the year. The second visit addresses any wear and tear from usage and confirms that no new problems have developed during the many hours that your generator was active.
Corbin Electrical Services, Inc. offers generator services year-round. The best time to service your generator, however, is during the spring. This timing puts your maintenance visit right before the summer storm season, ensuring that your generator is in the best possible condition when it is most likely to be needed.
Our Professional Generator Maintenance Checklist
To get maximum benefit from your generator service, it is important to trust a professional. Generators are complex pieces of equipment with many moving parts. Missing a step can be dangerous for your equipment and for you. The professional, licensed electricians at Corbin Electrical Services, Inc. are experienced in performing all generator maintenance tasks, including:
- Removing dirt and debris from around your generator enclosure
- Inspecting fuel lines for loose connections and leaks
- Checking the engine oil level to ensure sufficient lubrication
- Examining and cleaning wires and electrical components
- Monitoring coolant levels and refilling when needed
- Tightening all bolts and connections
- Changing the engine oil and filter
- Updating factory firmware for smart generator features
- Performing field tests to ensure smooth operation
Our electricians are factory-trained to the highest standards. They ensure that every step is performed safely and correctly. When you trust our professionals, you can feel confident that nothing was missed and that every component of your generator is working as it should.
Set Up Your Generator Maintenance Plan with Corbin Electrical Services, Inc.
Protect your investment and your peace of mind with a generator service plan from Corbin Electrical Services, Inc. We are a family-owned company serving customers across New Jersey with a full range of generator services. Along with maintenance, we also handle installation and repairs for most common models.
Non-urgent repairs can be handled during a scheduled appointment. If your problem is serious and you need your generator to be functional, we also offer fast emergency response at any time of the day or night. Our technicians will visit your site as soon as possible, arriving equipped to handle almost any problem, to help you get your unit up and running.
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Corbin Electrical Services – “We Generate Peace of Mind”