Generator Maintenance & Service
Preventive Care for Reliable Backup Power
Regular generator maintenance ensures your backup power is ready when you need it. Farmers Electric provides comprehensive servicing, inspections, and repairs.
Why Generator Maintenance Is Critical
A backup generator that doesn't start when you need it is worse than having no backup at all. Without regular maintenance, generators develop fuel issues, battery problems, worn parts, and component failures that prevent reliable operation during actual outages.
Farmers Electric has been maintaining generators throughout the Puget Sound area since 1956. Our NICET III certified technicians understand what it takes to keep backup power systems ready year-round.
Maintenance Services We Provide
Annual Service & Inspections
- Complete system inspection and testing
- Oil and filter changes
- Air filter replacement and inspection
- Spark plug inspection and replacement
- Battery testing and maintenance
- Fuel system evaluation
- Load test verification
- Documentation and service records
Fuel System Maintenance
- Fuel tank inspection and cleaning
- Fuel line flushing and filter replacement
- Fuel stabilization (seasonal)
- Removal of water and debris
- Algae and bacterial growth prevention
- Propane system inspection (if applicable)
Electrical System Service
- Battery load testing
- Charging system verification
- Starting system inspection
- Transfer switch testing
- Electrical connection inspection
- Grounding system verification
Performance Testing
- Load bank testing under simulated conditions
- Full runtime under load
- Automatic startup verification
- Transfer switch operation
- Fuel consumption validation
- Output voltage and frequency verification
Maintenance Schedule Recommendations
Monthly
- Brief visual inspection
- Test run at half load
- Check fuel and oil levels
- Verify no visible leaks or damage
Annually
- Professional service and inspection
- Oil and filter change
- Load bank testing
- Battery condition assessment
- Fuel system evaluation
- Complete electrical system check
Every 3-5 Years
- Major component inspection
- Potential wear part replacement
- Cooling system evaluation
- Exhaust system inspection
- Fuel tank cleaning
Emergency Repairs
We're available 24/7 for generator emergencies:
- Failed to start during outage
- Loss of power or incorrect voltage
- Fuel system issues
- Transfer switch malfunction
- Electrical component failure
Maintenance Plans
Farmers Electric offers service plans designed to keep your generator in peak condition:
- Annual service and testing
- Priority emergency response
- Extended warranty options
- Seasonal fuel treatment
- Replacement part discounts
Cost of Neglect
Skipping maintenance can result in:
- Starting failures during actual outages
- Expensive emergency repairs
- Warranty coverage loss
- Complete equipment failure
- Loss of warranty claim coverage
- Potential safety hazards
Regular maintenance is far less expensive than emergency repairs or replacement.
Licensed & Certified
- Washington State Licensed Contractor (EL01)
- NICET III Certified
- Serving Puget Sound since 1956
- Available for emergency service 24/7
Contact Farmers Electric to establish a maintenance plan for your backup generator. Don't wait for a failure.
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