Generators

Generator Service in Livonia, MI

Generac Premier Dealer Serving Livonia & Farmington Hills

Michigan winters bring ice storms. Summer storms knock out power for hours at a time. When the grid goes down, a standby generator can restore power automatically within seconds. No action is required on your part. Kelley Brothers provides generator installation, repair, and maintenance for residential and commercial clients throughout Livonia and Southeast Michigan, and we’ve been doing it since 2000.

We’re a BBB-accredited business and a Generac Premier Dealer, one of Generac’s top-tier dealer credentials. That status means our technicians are factory-trained, our installations meet manufacturer warranty requirements, and our customers have access to Generac’s highest level of dealer support. Permanent standby generator installation isn’t a DIY project, and hiring a certified dealer is required by many manufacturers to keep the factory warranty valid.

Ready to schedule generator service in Livonia? Call (734) 251-4625 or book online today.

Generac Premier Dealer Status: What It Means for You

Not all generator dealers are equal. Generac’s Premier Dealer designation is reserved for dealers who meet Generac’s training standards and demonstrated installation requirements. It’s the company’s highest dealer tier. When Kelley Brothers installs or services your generator, the work meets Generac’s warranty stipulations, helping protect your investment from day one. Our technicians dispatch quickly throughout the greater Detroit area, including Livonia and Farmington Hills, arriving in fully stocked vans equipped to resolve most generator repairs on the first visit.

How a Standby Generator Works

A standby generator is a permanently installed backup power system connected to your home’s existing natural gas or liquid propane supply. Unlike portable generators, standby units require no gasoline storage, no manual refueling, and no setup when a storm hits. The system monitors your utility power continuously and responds automatically.

The key component is the automatic transfer switch (ATS). When the ATS detects a grid outage, it starts the generator, waits for the output to stabilize, then disconnects the home from utility power and transfers your circuits to generator power, typically within seconds. Once utility service is restored, the ATS switches the home back to grid power and shuts the generator down. The homeowner doesn’t need to be present, awake, or involved at any point. Standby units also run periodic self-tests to confirm readiness between outages.

Portable generators carry real risks when used improperly, including carbon monoxide hazards if operated near windows or in enclosed spaces. A permanently installed standby unit can reduce those risks and provides a level of reliability that portable equipment can’t match.

Generator Repair in Livonia

A generator that won’t start when the power goes out is no generator at all. Kelley Brothers provides generator repair for Livonia and Southeast Michigan customers, with fast technician dispatch and fully stocked service vans built to resolve most repairs on the first visit.

Common signs your generator needs service include a failed self-test, a tripped breaker, battery failure, oil or coolant leaks, unusual engine noise, or error codes on the control panel. Repairs on a standby unit typically involve diagnosing the control board, fuel system, transfer switch, battery, or engine components. Delaying repairs isn’t just inconvenient. It may affect your manufacturer warranty and can leave your home or business without backup power when a Southeast Michigan outage hits. Call us at the first sign of trouble.

What Makes Kelley Brothers Different?

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We prioritize your comfort with quality service and care, building long-lasting relationships in our community.

Kelley Brothers Membership: Generator Maintenance Plans

Generator manufacturers recommend annual preventative maintenance to help support factory warranty requirements and keep the unit ready to perform. That service includes oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug checks, and battery inspection. The Kelley Brothers Membership takes the burden of tracking those intervals off your plate entirely.

Membership plans are available in two- and three-year terms with two options for generator owners:

Bronze Plan – Generator Only
Covers scheduled preventative maintenance on your standby generator. Ideal for clients who want focused, consistent generator service they can count on year after year.

Gold Plan – Generator, Furnace & AC
Combines generator maintenance with furnace and AC upkeep in a single plan, covering your home’s critical systems together.

Both plans include locked-in rates and priority scheduling, so you’re not left waiting when your system needs attention. Financing for generator equipment and system replacement is available through GoodLeap for qualified customers.

Schedule Generator Service in Livonia

Whether you need a new standby generator installed, a repair diagnosed, or routine maintenance under a named plan, Kelley Brothers is ready to help. We offer free estimates for generator equipment and system replacement. Free estimates don’t apply to diagnostic, troubleshooting, or repair service calls.

We serve Livonia, Farmington Hills, and the surrounding Southeast Michigan area. Call (734) 251-4625 or book online to schedule your generator service appointment today.

What to Expect from a Generator Installation

A standby generator installation involves more than setting a unit in the yard. The process starts with a load calculation to determine the right generator size for your home or facility, whether you want to back up critical circuits only or power the entire home. Getting the sizing right from the start is what separates a properly functioning system from one that trips under load.

From there, a residential standby generator installation typically includes obtaining the necessary permits, preparing a stable mounting surface outside the home, connecting the unit to your natural gas or liquid propane supply, and wiring the automatic transfer switch to the electrical panel. Most residential installations are completed in a single day once permits are in place. As a Generac Premier Dealer, Kelley Brothers handles every step in compliance with manufacturer warranty requirements, so your coverage is intact from the first startup.

Commercial installations follow the same principles at a larger scale. Higher-capacity, liquid-cooled units are sized for extended outages and the larger electrical loads that commercial properties demand. We install generators for residential and commercial clients throughout Livonia and Southeast Michigan, with the same fully equipped crews and the same standard of work on every job.

Generator Maintenance Programs

Routine preventative maintenance keeps your generator operating safely and efficiently and can help you avoid costly repairs down the road. Many manufacturers require a certified dealer to perform routine service in order to keep the factory warranty valid.

Benefits of routine maintenance include:

Year-Round Reliability – Regular maintenance is critical to the performance and longevity of your generator. With our affordable plan options, your generator can be ready to perform when needed and support long-term operation.
Improved Safety – Safe operation depends on proper upkeep. Your technician will inspect the generator equipment, fuel line, and transfer switch to catch any issues before they become hazards.
Preventative Care – Our maintenance plans let our master electricians and technicians identify potential failures before they turn into expensive repairs.
Industry-Leading Service – From management to master electricians, every Kelley Brothers team member is committed to your satisfaction and respectful of your property. We arrive in clean, well-maintained vehicles and uniforms, and we treat your home as if it were our own.

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“This place is excellent!”
This place is excellent! They are right around the corner from my work. I had a new furnace installed back in 2019 with great results. So when my furnace stopped working yesterday. I had no hesitation calling them this morning. Ed and Tyler? I believe were at the house within a few hours after their other service calls. Within no time at all, they found the problem and quickly resolved it. They are fast and effective and overall very decent on prices. Highly recommend Kelley Brothers LC!

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“Ed is very professional and knowledgeable. I ended up buying a new furnace and AC. Josh and Greg both worked at my home. I can highly recommend this company. The most polite and knowledgeable installers!”

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