A generator is a necessity for all homes, in the event of a major power outage or emergency, it can provide real-time support, life-saving energy, power in remote
areas and even reduce your electricity costs. Your generator, either new or old, requires maintenance checks to ensure it functions properly when needed.
Here’s what you should look for during your maintenance check on your generator:
- Service twice a year: a good rule of thumb is to have it checked right before cold and severe weather, such as heat spells in the summer, stormy months, and before the first major snowfall in your area. On average, a maintenance check from Cajun Comfort lasts about an hour.
- Check for anything loose, stuck, or fraying.
- Check the distilled water in the battery (and the voltage as well).
- Change the lubricant oils and filters.
- Check the spark plugs and bolts, and take it to a professional if you are unsure how to replace them if they need assistance.
To know if your generator will work properly even with proper maintenance, start it up on occasion. A recommended tip is to do this quarterly (every four months) to ensure that everything runs smoothly – first check is to see if it starts okay, and the second to see of it keeps running okay.
A working generator can save you time and peace of mind when you need it. At Cajun Comfort, contact us today at (504) 304-0021 to learn more about our generator services around New Orleans, LA.