Lock In Unyielding System Performance Before the Storm
Structured Proactive Maintenance Tiers Engineered for Absolute Operational Readiness
A standby emergency generator is an advanced high-performance machine that requires precise, regular mechanical care to guarantee it fires up the exact millisecond your utility grid collapses. Armored Power Systems delivers comprehensive annual and bi-annual protection frameworks designed under strict trade standards. Enrolling your machine keeps your factory warranties fully intact, secures priority dispatch status, and provides the ultimate peace of mind.
why routiune maintenance matters
A standby generator sits idle for weeks or months at a time, but it is expected to ignite instantly and run at maximum capacity the exact second a severe winter freeze or sudden grid collapse cuts your power. Routine maintenance ensures that your system doesn't fail when you need it most. Just like a car, a generator contains a high-performance internal combustion engine that requires regular care to function reliably. Scheduling regular service visits is vital for your property’s protection because it:
Shield Plan
1 Service Visit Per Year
$34.00/month
Multi-Point Factory Inspection (Manufacturer recommended annual inspection)
Battery & Telemetry Diagnostics (Comprehensive battery test)
Fluid & Pressure Verifications (Fluid level check & run test)
Proactive Maintenance Reminder Scheduling
Exclusions: Parts, oil changes, battery replacements, and emergency service discounts are not included unless due and approved.
Armored Plan
1 Service Visit Per Year
$46.00/month
Includes Everything in the Shield Plan
Priority Scheduling for Service Calls
Reduced Diagnostic / Service Call Rates
Mid-Year Check-In (By phone or text)
Annual Air Filter & Spark Plug Service (When due)
Oil Change Service Included (Based on manufacturer intervals when due)
Battery Replacement Coverage (At scheduled intervals per plan terms)
5% Exclusive Discount on repairs, maintenance parts, labor, emergency fixes, and future upgrades
Fortress Plan
1 Service Visit Per Year
$69.00/month
Includes Everything in the Armored Plan
Monthly Remote / Active System Monitoring
24-Hour Response Time Goal
Annual Air Filter (Full labor & materials included)
Spark Plug Service (Full labor & materials included)
Oil Change Service Included When Due (Full labor & materials included)
5% Exclusive Discount on all emergency repairs and future approved upgrades
Bi-Annual Routine Maintenance Plans (2 Visits Per Year)
Shield Bi-Annual Plan
2 Service Visits Per Year
$49.00/month
Multi-Point Factory Inspection (Executed at each of the 2 service intervals)
Battery & Telemetry Diagnostics (Battery test at each visit)
Fluid & Pressure Verifications (Fluid level check & exercise run test)
Proactive Maintenance Reminder Scheduling
Exclusions: Parts, oil changes, battery replacements, and emergency service discounts are not included unless due and approved.
Armored Bi-Annual Plan
2 Service Visits Per Year
$59.00/month
Includes Everything in the Shield Bi-Annual Plan
Priority Scheduling for Service Calls
Reduced Diagnostic / Service Call Rates
Mid-Year Check-In (By phone or text)
Oil Change Service Included (When due based on manufacturer intervals)
Air Filter & Spark Plug Service (When due)
Battery Replacement Coverage (At scheduled intervals per plan terms)
5% Exclusive Discount on repairs, maintenance parts, labor, emergency fixes, and future upgrades
Fortress Bi-Annual Plan
2 Service Visits Per Year
$94.00/month
Includes Everything in the Armored Bi-Annual Plan
Monthly Remote / Active System Monitoring
24-Hour Response Time Goal
Oil Changes Included When Due (Full labor & materials included)
Annual Air Filter Included When Due (Full labor & materials included)
Spark Plug Service Included When Due (Full labor & materials included)
5% Exclusive Discount on all emergency repairs and future approved upgrades
Brands We Service
Standby Generator Brands We Service
APS services many major residential standby generator brands, including Generac, Kohler/Rehlko, Briggs & Stratton, Cummins, Champion, and Honeywell.
- Generac
- Kohler / Rehlko
- Briggs & Stratton
- Cummins
- Champion
- Honeywell
Standby Generator Maintenance FAQs
What a Standby Generator Does for Your Home
How often should a standby generator be serviced?
For standard residential systems under normal standby conditions, we strongly recommend a comprehensive maintenance service at least once per year. However, if your property is located in an area prone to frequent or extended utility dropouts, or if you live in a rural setting with heavy dust and extreme weather exposure, stepping up to a bi-annual contract (2 visits per year) is the best defense. Furthermore, during a prolonged grid failure or severe storm event, remember that a generator engine typically requires a complete oil and filter change after every 50 to 100 hours of continuous operation.
Do I need maintenance if my generator runs its weekly exercise cycle?
Yes. The automated weekly exercise cycle is an excellent baseline feature that confirms the computer board and starter motor are operational, but it does not replace professional mechanical care. The exercise cycle cannot check if your synthetic oil has broken down, if rodents have chewed through critical sensor wires, if your starting battery is losing its cold-cranking capacity, or if your fuel line pressure is fluctuating. Routine professional service uncovers these hidden vulnerabilities before a blackout forces a starting failure.
What happens if you find a problem during maintenance?
Because we treat maintenance visits as a strict shield against system failure, our technicians document every irregularity immediately. If we identify a worn belt, a weak battery, or an electrical fault during our multi-point inspection, we will explain the issue in plain terms and present a clear, flat-rate repair estimate before any work begins. If you are enrolled in our Armored or Fortress tiers, you will immediately receive your 5% exclusive discount on the necessary replacement parts and labor.
Do your plans include parts?
Our baseline Shield Plan covers professional master-level labor, automated scheduling coordination, and comprehensive system diagnostics, while any required physical replacement parts (like oil, filters, or spark plugs) are billed separately as needed. Moving up to our Armored and Fortress protection tiers builds routine service materials directly into your contract, meaning your scheduled oil, factory-certified air filters, and spark plug replacements are fully covered whenever they are due.
Do you service generators you did not install?
Absolutely. We are proud to step in and protect homeowners who were left without ongoing support after their original contractor left the area or went out of business. If you have an existing whole-home or commercial generator on your property that needs to be brought up to code or requires an overdue tune-up, our factory-trained crews will execute a full initial system diagnostic check and enroll you into our recurring care networks seamlessly.
What brands do you service?
Our technicians maintain deep technical familiarity and specialized field tooling across a diverse manufacturing landscape. We provide certified preventative maintenance, factory warranty support, and technical diagnostics for industry-leading standby generator brands, including Generac, Kohler, Briggs & Stratton, Cummins, Champion, and Honeywell systems.
Can I switch plans later?
Yes. We understand that your household's energy footprint, runtime profile, and financial planning goals can change over time. You can scale your protection framework up or down between our Shield, Armored, and Fortress tiers, or switch between our annual and bi-annual visit structures at any time by contacting our local service office.
Do maintenance plans include emergency repairs?
Routine maintenance contracts are designed to prevent breakdowns, so they do not cover unexpected emergency repair costs or auxiliary troubleshooting work out of the gate. However, being a plan member completely transforms your emergency experience when a regional storm strikes. Enrolling immediately secures highest priority scheduling status in our emergency dispatch queue and locks in an exclusive 5% contract discount across all emergency repair parts, labor hours, and future electrical infrastructure upgrades.
The Armored Promise: Every new generator installation includes your first full year of routine maintenance completely free. $0-down financing options, alongside exclusive discounts for veterans and first responders, are available today.
Fortifying North-Central Texas Communities
Rapid Fleet Dispatch and Local Power Expertise Directly to Your Doorstep
Grid volatility knows no geographic boundaries, which is why our service vehicles are optimized for rapid regional dispatch. Armored Power Systems maintains deep operational roots across Parker, Palo Pinto, Erath, and surrounding counties. We guarantee prompt response times, detailed localized site planning, and continuous technical support within these key Texas communities:
- Weatherford, TX
- Aledo, TX
- Santo, TX
- Willow Park, TX
- Hudson Oaks, TX
- Brock, TX
- Millsap, TX
- Springtown, TX
- Mineral Wells, TX
- Stephenville, TX
