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2024 Commercial Diesel Generator Maintenance Cost Guide

Commercial diesel generators can keep your business running normally during power shortages. They activate quickly and provide backup power source so that you can experience minimal losses. Keep in mind that regular maintenance and repairs of commercial generators is critical. Without proper service, your generator may fail to work when you need it to. This article covers how much a commercial diesel generators costs annually and the importance of regular maintenance.

What is the price of annual commercial diesel generator maintenance?

Bear in mind that maintaining your generator reduces repair costs and ensures reliable power is available during power outages. Generally, the cost of generator maintenance varies depending on the nature of what needs to be performed. It involves in several factors, including generator model, engine size, frequency of use, the severity of the damage, the cost of replacement parts and other kind of maintenance that needs to be performed.

Diesel generators and natural gas generators are the two most common types of commercial generators. From Dingbo Power, the average maintenance costs of an annual commercial diesel generator is around $500 depending on generator size. What size generator you need for reliable backup power for your business will affect the cost of generator maintenance. In addition, the brand name as well as the warranty and service plan offered by the manufacturers/vendors from which you purchase the generator can also affect the pricing.

Commercial diesel generators maintenance checklist

Regular maintenance is key to keeping your generator running smoothly. This not only helps you detect issues early and prevents small problems from getting bigger, but also keeps your generator ready to function well during inconvenient times.

An experienced service technician will perform the following maintenance tasks of commercial diesel generators annually:

Checking and changing the engine oil and oil filters

Replacing the air filters

Checking fuel filters

Cleaning the spark plugs

Performing load bank testing

Cleaning the alternator and connections

Inspecting clamps, nuts, and bolts

Wiping down the switchboard

Testing the transfer switch

Flushing the cooling system

Checking the air intake system

Inspecting the crankcase breather


Conducting a full inspection of the electrical system, including both AC and DC wiring.

It's worth noting that the exact maintenance procedures your generator needs during its annual inspection will depend on the type of generator you have, its age and your technician's recommendations. With regular maintenance and addressing repairs promptly, your commercial diesel generator will be ready to provide backup power when you need it most.

How often should a commercial diesel generator be serviced?

In general, a diesel generator for commercial use will last between 10,000 and 30,000 hours of run time. They are very durable and can last many years if properly maintained. It's recommended that you inspect the genset every six months, or after every 400 hours of use. If in case your commercial diesel generator isn't used very often, it still should be serviced by a qualified technician at least once a year.

Every generator set manufacturer has standards for maintenance recommendations, such as monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual checks, which you should use as a guideline during the life of the generator. This keeps your generator running optimally and reduce the requirement for major repairs.

Contact Dingbo Power for your commercial diesel generator needs

All in all, the cost of annual maintenance of commercial diesel generators can vary depending on several factors, such as the type and size of the generator, the extent of the damage, and the cost of replacement parts. It's important to maintain and repair your generator regularly. In this way, you can help prevent costly repairs and extend the lifespan of the generator.

Dingbo Power is a company that designs, manufactures, debugs and maintains diesel generators. As one of the leading power generation one-stop solution providers in China, our products are traded worldwide. We have experience working on equipment from many renowned brands for years, including: Cummins, Perkins, Volvo, Yuchai, Weichai, Ricardo, MTU, Wuxi power etc. The commercial diesel generators we provide include standby and continuous use generators, portable generators, diesel and natural gas fuel types. Our diesel generators can support your exact requirements. We offer flexible financial plans so you can choose the option that best fits your needs.

If you are still confused about the commercial generator maintenance costs or having problems in selecting a backup power source for your business, contact us today.

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