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Northern Michigan

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Alpena, MI 49707

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GENERATOR MAINTENANCE MICHIGAN

We are an authorized Cummins, Kohler, and Generac dealer specializing in commercial and residential sales, maintenance, and installation of standby generators. We offer 24-hour emergency service and financing on new generator installations!

GENERATOR MAINTENANCE MICHIGAN

Offering Complete Generator Maintenance throughout Michigan.

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Your standby generator is more than just a backup—it’s your home’s safety net during a power outage. It kicks on automatically when the lights go out, keeping your family safe, your home comfortable, and your essentials running until the power comes back.
Like any hardworking machine, your generator needs regular maintenance to stay ready for action. That’s where we come in. Osburn Services proudly provides expert generator service throughout Oakland, Livingston, and Washtenaw counties.
We handle everything—sales, installation, and lifetime support for top brands like Generac, Kohler, and Cummins. Financing is available through Synchrony Bank, and we offer 24/7 emergency service along with flexible maintenance plans (yearly, semi-annual, or quarterly) for all makes and models.

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Why Generator Maintenance is Extra Important in Michigan

Michigan weather can be unpredictable—harsh winters, heavy storms, and high winds can knock out power when you least expect it. That’s why staying on top of generator maintenance isn’t just a good idea here—it’s essential.

cold winters are tough on equipment.


Freezing temperatures can cause oil to thicken and batteries to weaken, making it harder for your generator to start. If it hasn’t been properly maintained, it might not turn on when you need it most.

Routine checks help ensure the battery, fluids, and other components are ready for Michigan’s long, cold winters. A quick tune-up now can prevent serious problems when the snow starts to fall.

storms and outages go hand-in-hand.


Michigan storms often bring high winds, lightning, and heavy rain—all of which can lead to sudden power outages. A dependable generator keeps your lights on, sump pump running, and fridge cold.

Without regular service, small issues can go unnoticed until your generator fails in the middle of a storm.

Preventative maintenance helps you avoid that last-minute scramble and gives you peace of mind all year long.

it's not just about the weather.


Even when the skies are clear, your generator needs attention. Dust buildup, worn parts, and skipped oil changes can shorten its lifespan and reduce efficiency.

With routine maintenance, you protect your investment and ensure your generator works properly when it’s needed. In a place like Michigan, that reliability matters more than ever.

What Happens During Annual Generator Maintenance?

Regular maintenance helps keep your standby generator ready to perform as designed year after year. During an annual generator maintenance appointment, an Osburn Services technician goes through the generator’s key components, performs the appropriate service, and checks the overall operation of the system.

Watch the video to see what our technicians look at during a typical generator annual service appointment and why each step matters.

Professional Generator Maintenance from Osburn Services

Generator maintenance is about more than changing the oil. Depending on your generator and its service requirements, our technicians inspect and service important components, check system operation, and look for items that may need attention.

Keeping up with manufacturer-recommended maintenance can support dependable performance, proper operation, and the long-term life of your generator. Our team services standby generator systems throughout Michigan and can help you establish a maintenance schedule appropriate for your equipment.

Generator Owner Tip: Testing Your Transfer Switch

Your transfer switch is an important part of your standby generator system. When utility power is interrupted, the transfer switch allows an appropriately configured standby system to transition the home or business to generator power automatically.

For generator systems where periodic owner testing is recommended by the manufacturer, completing the proper test can help confirm that the generator and transfer switch are operating together as intended.

In this video, the Osburn Services team walks through the testing process and explains what generator owners should know.

Always follow the testing and maintenance instructions provided for your specific generator and transfer switch. Service procedures involving electrical equipment should be completed by a qualified professional.

Have Questions About Your Generator?

Osburn Services provides generator maintenance, generator repair, and generator sales and service for residential and commercial standby generator systems. Whether it’s time for annual maintenance or you have questions about your equipment, our generator technicians can help you understand the next step.

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Keep Your Generator on a Consistent Maintenance Schedule

A standby generator is a long-term investment in dependable backup power. Routine maintenance helps keep the engine, electrical system, battery, filters, fluids, and other components operating according to the manufacturer’s specifications.

The exact maintenance schedule can vary based on the generator manufacturer, model, age, operating hours, and usage. Osburn Services works with Generac generators, Kohler generators, Briggs & Stratton generators, and Cummins standby generators, giving our technicians experience with many of the systems found in Michigan homes and businesses.

Why Annual Generator Service Matters

Consistent maintenance gives a trained technician an opportunity to evaluate the generator as a complete system. It also creates a regular service history that makes it easier to monitor the condition of the equipment over time.

With Osburn Services, generator owners have a local team available for ongoing generator maintenance and service throughout the life of their system.

Schedule Your Annual Generator Service

Some tips on generator maintenance.

To keep your generator in good working condition, you'll want to perform the following maintenance tasks regularly:

  • Weekly: Check the oil level and add fuel as needed.
  • Monthly: Replace filters with new ones. Change spark plugs if required.
  • Bi-annually: Replace the air filter or clean it as needed with compressed air or soap water mixture (1 part soap to 4 parts water). Inspect battery terminals/cables for corrosion and tighten connections as required. Check the visual appearance of the exhaust system for clogging or leaks by checking for soot deposits around the engine area. Also, inspect other engine areas such as belts for signs of wear or damage that could affect the proper generator operation if left unrepaired.

Owner Eric Osburn has over 20 years of experience with generator maintenance.

If you're looking for a generator maintenance Michigan-based company, Osburn Services is a solid choice. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Eric leads a team of qualified, trained, and trusted technicians. With a proven track record and exceptional reputation, feel confident with our generator maintenance by choosing Osburn Services.

With financing through Synchrony, 24-hour emergency service, we're your best for a generator maintenance Michigan-based company.

If you're looking for financing for your generator, we are proud to offer financing with our lending partner Synchrony Bank, with low APRs, fixed interest rates, and flexible repayment schedules.

We take pride in our ability to provide customers with the best customer service, which includes 24-hour emergency service. We know you want your generator up and running when an emergency strikes, so we are always available when you need us most.

Osburn Services is here to help you keep your generator running smoothly. Our preventive maintenance program is designed to keep your generator in top condition, so you can rest assured that it will provide power when it matters most. And with financing now available, today is a great day to schedule a free consultation for all of your generator maintenance Michigan-based needs.

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Service Area

We service all of Michigan including Oakland County, Livingston County, Milford, Highland, South Lyon, Walled Lake, Brighton, Howell, Novi, Northville, Walled Lake, Wolverine Lake, Wixom, West Bloomfield, Waterford, Farmington, Ann Arbor, Clarkston, Fenton, Lansing, Harbor Springs, Cheboygan, Charlevoix, Grand Rapids, Petoskey, Alpena, Indian River, Interlochen, Elk Rapids, Traverse City, Boyne City, Glen Arbor, Frankfort, Hubbard Lake, where you live!

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