Proactive Generator Maintenance: Why It Matters

More than ever, businesses that rely on power need reliable backup systems. The U.S. power system has become more unstable over the last 10 years, and this trend is accelerating. And it’s not just the frequency of outages—there’s been a dramatic uptick in prolonged outages over the last five years.

This means backup power systems will be needed more often and for longer periods of time. Rehlko systems are built for reliable, highly efficient operations, no matter how long or frequent the outage. Proactive maintenance ensures they’ll work that way for a long time.

Why do generators need regular maintenance?

Much like an automobile, a generator has an engine and parts that require regular, proactive maintenance to run at peak efficiency. Staying on top of things like oil and filter changes and inspections keeps generators running at peak performance. Getting ahead of minor issues like a loose belt can prevent it from causing expensive repairs down the road. Well-maintained generators run more efficiently, which becomes increasingly important as outages last longer.

For critical equipment, reactive maintenance is consistently more expensive than proactive maintenance, often by a wide margin. The gap is much higher if your business shuts down without power.

Rehlko’s Performance Care 360 program offers extra benefits

Proactive maintenance is a smart investment, and when you contract with Rehlko or an Authorized Rehlko Distributor to maintain your systems, you get additional benefits:

Access to genuine OEM parts precisely engineered for our generators. Genuine Rehlko parts are built to work perfectly together. These parts keep systems working at optimal function and can preserve their life.

Certified technicians trained on our equipment. Rehlko Authorized Distributors have certified technicians equipped with the specialized expertise to keep your generator in peak operational condition.

Savings and predictable costs. A multi-year maintenance contract gives you discounted parts and labor and reduces your total cost of ownership for your systems. Plus, it means no budget surprises.

Optimal maintenance cadence. We maintain systems in line with OEM recommendations.

Multi-point inspection. Every Performance Care 360 plan comes with comprehensive generator inspections.

Fluid analysis. You can get valuable information about internal wear, contamination, and degradation without disassembling your generator. It lets you get ahead of small issues before they grow into major ones, so your generator can run at peak efficiency for as long as possible.

Load bank testing. Run a yearly check to see how your generator operates when it has to work at full capacity. It’s like a dress rehearsal for a real outage.

Battery replacement. Replacing your battery every three years ensures it will start up when you need power, and Rehlko batteries are specially engineered to keep your generator running in difficult conditions.

Component replacements. Keep your generator running in top condition by replacing belts, hoses, coolants, and thermostats.

Priority response if something goes wrong. You need fast service if something happens to your backup power system. With a Performance Care 360 plan, you’ll get a priority response time.

Safe, compliant practices. Our certified service technicians, provided through our Authorized Rehlko Distributors, uphold the highest standards to ensure safe, compliant operation.

Reliability when it matters most

Reactive maintenance is the most expensive strategy, but proactive maintenance will extend the life of generators and keep them running at peak efficiency. And it’s a key part of your business continuity plan, making sure emergency power systems work when it matters.

Using our Performance Care 360 program adds additional security, with factory-trained technicians, genuine OEM parts, and priority service if something goes wrong.