Your Generator Works Harder in the Texas Heat
Texas summers don’t just push people to the limit; they push your generator, too. High temperatures stress cooling systems, drain batteries faster, and even cause diesel fuel to degrade quickly. The result? A system that’s far more likely to fail right when you need it most.
At American Generator Services, we see the damage heat can cause if generators aren’t monitored and maintained properly. That’s why we help businesses across Texas get ahead of summer risks with proactive care.
Why Heat is a Real Threat
Generators are built for reliability, but extreme conditions still take their toll. High heat can cause:
- Overheated engines and failed cooling systems
- Reduced battery capacity and faster failures
- Fuel breakdown or microbial growth in storage tanks
- Stress on alternators and electrical systems
These aren’t just minor issues. In a real outage, a generator already struggling in the heat is more likely to fail.
Protecting Your Generator in Extreme Heat
You can’t control the temperature outside, but you can protect your system. Preventative measures include:
- Regular coolant and radiator inspections
- Load bank testing to verify performance under stress
- Battery health checks before failure occurs
- Fuel quality testing and treatment to prevent breakdown
By taking action before the next outage, you’ll extend equipment life and avoid costly downtime.
Don’t Wait for the Breakdown
In Texas, heat is a given. Outages are not optional. The businesses that stay ahead are the ones that plan for both.
Schedule a generator inspection today and let AGS ensure your system is built to withstand the summer heat.
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