Vancouver Generator Repair & Parts

Power flickers in Van? No stress. Here’s your handy local guide to fast generator fixes, parts that fit, and legit shops—plus smart buys like quiet inverter generators and transfer-switch kits.

What are you looking for?

• Generator Repair and Service Center in Vancouver
• Generator Parts and Dealer in Vancouver
• Vancouver Generators Tips, Must Knows & FAQs

Generator Repair and Service Center in Vancouver

Look for full diagnostics (starting/charging, carb/injection, AVR/inverter boards), load-bank testing, and preventive maintenance. For home backup, ask about transfer-switch service and mobile call-outs. Have your model/spec/serial ready and describe symptoms clearly.

Power-West Industries Ltd.

• Unit 101, 2180 191 St, Surrey, BC V3Z 3M3
• Contact: 604-278-1615 · info@powerwest.ca
• Hours: Call for scheduling; emergency service available

PAC Power Systems Inc.

• Suite 218, 736 Granville St, Vancouver, BC
• Contact: 1-833-665-6069 · service@pacpower.ca
• Hours: 24/7 line; book for onsite/bench service

Fraser Valley Equipment Ltd. (Generator Service)

• 13399 72 Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 2N5
• Contact: 604-590-1433
• Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00–17:00; Sat 9:00–16:00; Sun closed

Beaver Electrical Machinery Ltd. (Motor/Generator Rewind & Repair)

• 7440 Lowland Dr, Burnaby, BC V5J 5A4
• Contact: 604-431-5000
• Hours: Mon–Fri (call for current hours)

Frontier Power Products (Kohler – Service & Parts)

• 7983 Progress Way, Delta, BC V4G 1A3
• Contact: 604-946-5531
• Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00–17:00 (Parts 7:30–17:00)

Cummins Sales and Service (Cummins/Onan)

• 18452 96 Ave, Surrey, BC V4N 3P8
• Contact: 604-882-5000
• Hours: See site; counter hours vary

Generator Parts and Dealer in Vancouver

Keep wear items handy—5W-30 synthetic oil, air filters, spark plugs, fuel stabilizer. For safe hookup, plan an inlet box and interlock kit or a transfer switch.

Carter Motorsports (Honda Power Equipment)

• 1502 W 3rd Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1J7
• Contact: 604-736-4547 · parts@cartermotorsports.com
• Hours: See store page for current hours

Honda Centre (Honda Power Equipment)

• 3766 E 1st Ave, Burnaby, BC V5C 3V9
• Contact: 604-293-1022
• Hours: See store page; typically Mon–Sat, Sun closed

Frontier Power Products (Kohler – Parts Counter)

• 7983 Progress Way, Delta, BC V4G 1A3
• Contact: 604-946-5531 (Parts)
• Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30–17:00

Total Power Ltd. (Generac/Industrial Parts)

• Units 17 & 19, 20172 113B Ave, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 0Y9
• Contact: 604-460-7949 · 1-888-460-7949
• Hours: See site; order parts online

Steveston Marine & Hardware (General/Marine Generator Spares)

• 1667 W 5th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1N5
• Contact: 604-733-7031
• Hours: Mon–Sat 9:30–18:00; Sun closed

Cummins Sales and Service (Cummins/Onan Parts)

• 18452 96 Ave, Surrey, BC V4N 3P8
• Contact: 604-882-5000
• Hours: See site; counter hours vary

Generator Near Me Finder (Vancouver)

Search “generator repair vancouver”, “standby generator service”, and brand terms (Kohler, Generac, Honda). Filter for “open now,” read reviews that mention load-bank testing and written estimates, and call with model/serial ready. For urgent parts, compare local counters with air filters, spark plugs, carburetors, and battery maintainers.

Vancouver Generators Tips and Must Knows

• Homes use 120/240 V split-phase; confirm 240 V support for well pumps, dryers, or central A/C.
• Use CSA/cUL-listed gear with a weatherproof L14-30 inlet box and a 30A generator cord.
• Coastal upkeep: run monthly under load, keep batteries on a maintainer, and store fuel with stabilizer.
• Neighborhood-friendly: pick a quiet inverter generator and mind noise bylaws.
• Protection: add a breathable generator cover and a purpose-built rain canopy (outdoor use only).

Vancouver Generator Repair & Parts FAQs

How much does it cost to service or repair a generator in Vancouver?
Budget a diagnostic fee plus parts and labour. Basic tune-ups for small portables often land around CAD $150–$350; larger or complex repairs (AVR/inverter boards, rotor/stator, fuel-system overhauls) can range CAD $300–$900+ depending on parts and shop rates.

How much do generator parts usually cost in Vancouver?
Wear items are affordable: oil (CAD $10–$20), air filters (CAD $10–$40), spark plugs (CAD $5–$15). Mid-tier parts: carb kits (CAD $30–$120), voltage regulators (CAD $50–$200). Bigger items: inverter modules (CAD $200–$600), batteries (CAD $50–$200). Compare with fast-ship parts kits.

Do shops in Vancouver offer pickup or on-site repair?
Many do—especially for standby systems. Expect travel fees for mobile techs and optional pickup/delivery for heavy portables. Ask about load-bank testing on-site and whether transfer-switch checks are included.

How often should I service a generator in Vancouver’s climate?
Portables: first oil change at 5–20 hours, then every 50–100 hours or annually (whichever comes first). Standbys: annual service plus automatic weekly/monthly exercise. Vancouver’s damp coastal air favors more frequent air-filter checks and keeping batteries on a maintainer.