Generator Routine Maintenance and Repair

Generator routine maintenance and repair are services offered by Benchmark Electric. Let's explore each topic below.

Routine GENERATOR MAINTENANCE PROTECTS YOUR INVESTMENT AND ENSURES YOUR GENERATOR IS READY

Routine scheduled generator maintenance is vital to the reliable operation of any power generation system. Any product that has an engine requires routine maintenance whether it's a car, truck, lawn equipment, or a standby generator system.

Benchmark's Preventive Maintenance Program Ensures Reliable Generator Performance

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Benchmark Electric offers a Preventive Maintenance Program to ensure that your power generation equipment is running properly when you need it most.

Consistent routine generator maintenance increases equipment reliability and durability. A standby system tested and inspected on a regular schedule will perform as needed at critical times.

Most standby generator manufacturers recommend routine generator maintenance, including an oil & filter change, every 200 engine hours or annually, whichever occurs first. So, if you have been on generator power for a week or longer, it's time to schedule maintenance.

The Most Common Reason for Most Generator Failures

The #1 cause of generator failures is battery failures. The generator industry recommends replacing the battery every two years, even if the battery is showing a 12V output reading. As a result, Benchmark Electric routinely changes the battery every other year to guard against failure to start issues.

Let A Professional Handle It

Benchmark Electric service technician

Routine generator service is not just about changing the oil and filter or replacing the battery every two years. Professionally maintained standby power systems include testing the generator under house load and transfer switch tests.

Our factory-trained and certified generator technicians are qualified to test, service, and repair the generator.

During scheduled generator maintenance, minor issues are identified before becoming major problems. As a result, homeowners will experience fewer unscheduled downtime and lower unplanned repair costs.

Benchmark Electric is a factory authorized dealer for Cummins Power Generation. Additionally, we make warranty repairs for Cummins equipment and maintain a fully stocked parts department.

We also service and maintain generators from Caterpillar, Generac, Kohler Generators, Briggs and Stratton, and more.

To schedule your next service, call us at 901-590-4968 Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 5:00 pm.

Generator Repair Services

How to Minimize Costly Generator repairs

Generator repair services from Benchmark Electric is available for all makes and models of standby power equipment. While we specialize in Cummins sales and service, we also offer generator repair services for a wide range of other manufacturers including Caterpillar, Generac, Kohler, and Briggs and Stratton.

Technicians servicing Cummins RS20A home standby generator

Stocked Parts Department Means Less Downtime

Benchmark Electric maintains a stocked parts department for Cummins equipment enabling us to keep downtime to a bare minimum. No need to wait weeks for a part to be shipped from the manufacturer.

Additionally, Benchmark Electric has access to generator parts from other manufacturers.

The best way to minimize costly generator repair services is to implement a routine maintenance plan. Benchmark Electric offers routine generator maintenance services which includes oil and filter changes, generator run tests, transfer switch testing, and various other generator testing procedures.

Most generator manufacturers recommend a full maintenance checkup every 200 engine hours or at least annually. So, if your generator runs continuously for a week or longer, be sure to schedule a full maintenance checkup.

Additional generator services

  • Load Bank Testing is an essential part of maintaining a standby generator. Testing at full load helps identify potential problems.
  • Automatic Transfer Switch Testing helps ensure the ATS switches power to the generator during a power outage. In addition, the ATS is tested to switch loads back to the grid when utility power is restored.
  • New System Startup and Commissioning includes generator testing with various new loads applied. In addition, our customer education experience helps homeowners better understand the new equipment and how it operates.
  • Scheduled Maintenance Plans are available to keep your standby generator in top shape. Learn more about routine generator maintenance.
  • After hours Emergency Service is available to our customers.

To get started with the service or repair of your standby generator system, call us at 901-590-4968 or send us a message using our Contact Form.

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