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A standby generator that refuses to start the moment the power drops can turn a simple outage into a real emergency, especially for homes relying on well pumps and sump systems along the Ottawa and Madawaska rivers. OZ ELECTRIC is a family-owned, fully licensed and insured electrical contractor with over 20 years of experience serving the Ottawa Valley, and we know how stressful a malfunctioning unit can feel when you need it most. Our team handles generator repairs in Arnprior
with the same care we bring to every residential and commercial project, diagnosing the actual fault before recommending any fix.
Get your generator running again before the next outage
Which Generator Failures Do We See Most Often in Arnprior?
Homeowners usually call us when a unit throws an error code, cranks but never starts, or runs fine yet fails to transfer power to the house. Each of these symptoms points to a different root cause: a weak battery, a clogged fuel line, a failing transfer switch, or a faulty control board. Our generator troubleshooting
process for generator repairs in Arnprior
starts by isolating exactly which component is at fault before any parts are replaced.
What Happens When You Call Us for a Repair?
A proper repair visit begins with a full diagnostic of the entire system rather than just the reported symptom, since a generator that sat unused for months often hides more than one issue. We check the battery, the fuel supply, the control board, and the transfer switch itself, because transfer switch repair
is one of the most common fixes on units that run but never switch over. Some repairs need only a part swap while others call for a deeper rebuild, and our approach to generator repairs in Arnprior
draws on our full range of generator services
so nothing gets missed.
Which Generator Brands and Models Do We Repair?
We repair standby units regardless of who installed them, and as an authorized Generac dealer we are especially familiar with the control boards and transfer switches found in most Ottawa Valley installations. A standby generator not starting
during a storm is often traced back to a dead battery or a corroded connection rather than a major mechanical failure, and our technicians know where to look first. Because our team also handles our residential and commercial electrical services
, we can address generator repairs in Arnprior
alongside any wiring or panel issue uncovered along the way.
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Generator repairs Arnprior : what our service visits include
A repair visit covers more than a quick fix, since we want your unit ready for the next outage without a follow-up call. Here is what our technicians check and handle during a typical service call.
- Battery testing and replacement : A weak or dead battery is the leading cause of a generator that cranks but never fires up, so we test voltage and swap the unit when it falls below spec.
- Fuel system inspection: Stale fuel and clogged lines starve the engine of what it needs, and we clear or replace components so the generator draws fuel properly on demand.
- Transfer switch diagnostics: When a generator runs but the house stays dark, the transfer switch is usually the culprit, and we test its wiring and relay function to restore automatic switchover.
- Control board troubleshooting: Error codes and blank displays often trace back to the control board, and our technicians read the fault history before replacing any electronics.
- Post-repair load testing: Once a repair is complete, we run the unit under load to confirm it starts automatically and carries your home's essential circuits as it should.
Is your standby power sitting silent right now?
A generator sitting idle in the yard does nothing for your family during a storm, and we would rather see it running reliably than admired from the porch. Our team handles generator repairs in Arnprior
with the same licensed, insured standard we bring across the entire Ottawa Valley, backed by an ESA licence and two decades of hands-on experience. If your unit was installed elsewhere and needs attention, take a look at our full electrical services for Arnprior homes and businesses
to see everything we can cover in one visit.
Call us before the next storm hits
