El Paso businesses know the meaning of extremes. From scorching summer heat to dust-heavy winds and remote industrial job sites, the conditions here are tough on equipment, especially generators. If your facility relies on backup power, the real question isn’t if something will go wrong, but when. And whether you’re ready when it does. That’s where generator preventative maintenance makes all the difference.

Most commercial generators will start up when tested. But can it run under full load, for hours, when your facility depends on it? If you haven’t scheduled a load bank test in the last year, you’re taking a real risk with your backup power. And in commercial and industrial settings, where downtime can disrupt critical systems and cost thousands, that’s not a risk worth taking.

For commercial and industrial operations, a faulty fuel system can take down your entire backup power plan in seconds. And by the time you realize it’s happening, you’re already in the dark.

When a hurricane hits Houston, power loss isn’t a maybe—it’s almost guaranteed. For commercial facilities, that’s not just an inconvenience—it’s a serious threat to operations, safety, and bottom lines. Your generator is there to catch the fall—but what happens if it fails, too? Here are the top three reasons commercial generators fail during hurricanes—and how to make sure yours isn’t one of them.

Hurricane season in Houston brings real risk—and for commercial operations, even a few minutes of power loss can trigger major disruptions. Whether you’re running a manufacturing facility, data center, hospital, or high-volume retail space, one thing is clear:
You need more than just a generator. You need a plan.

In Houston, hurricane season isn’t just a weather event—it’s a business risk. A power outage can halt production, compromise safety systems, and cost thousands in lost revenue for commercial and industrial operations. That’s why now is the time to ask: Is your generator ready for hurricane season?

Relying on manual checks isn’t enough. Issues like low fuel levels, overheating, or battery failure can creep up unnoticed, leaving your business vulnerable to costly downtime. That’s where remote monitoring changes everything.

Imagine this: A major storm rolls in, the power flickers, then—darkness. But not for you. Your generator hums to life, and business continues as usual. That’s the peace of mind a well-maintained generator provides. Imagine the opposite—your generator sputters,...

Is your commercial generator ready for the unexpected? Never roll the dice when it comes to your backup power- regular testing and generator preventative maintenance is the only way to ensure your generator will keep your power on during an emergency.

At American Generator Services, our goal is simple: to be the last call you ever have to make for your backup power. Let’s put those misconceptions to rest by tackling the top five myths about commercial generators.