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Whole home surge protection Strathroy, London, and nearby cities
A power surge is a rise in voltage that can happen anytime, without warning. If it occurs, it can cause harm to various electronics and appliances.
We install surge protection systems that provide a safety net.
Do you notice the flickering of lights, the sudden resetting of the television, or computers shutting down for no reason? If yes, you may have experienced a power surge.
Common causes of power surges:
- ⚡ Utility grid fluctuations
- 🌩 Lightning strikes – Traversing through an electrical system and jumping to the panel, a single lightning bolt can fry everything attached to the panel
Even the tiniest power surges can do serious damage, even to electronics and wiring.
🧭 Why are power surges dangerous
Surges that are described as weak posses the potential to starts fires and other destruction.
Surges in voltage that occur repeatedly can damage appliances, put computers at risk and even ignite a fire, particularly in the old neighborhoods of Strathroy’s historic core or in London.
Also, electronics that have been poorly grounded or are panel overloaded can also cause these surges. Flickering lights, equipment that doesn’t seem to work and circuit reset are all signs that you need an inspection by the Tom Schmidt electrical services.
Electrical work should never be done in a do it yourself fashion without the necessary knowledge, as it can increase the risk of electric shock.
⚙️ Why Every Home Needs to be Outfitted with Surge Protection
These days, homes come fully stocked with sensitive devices like flat-screen TVs, gaming consoles, smart appliances, security cameras, and more. Furthermore, public EV chargers have made their way into houses as well.
Any one of these gadgets can be completely destroyed by a single lightning strike, or a utility surge, if there is no surge protection in place.
With surge protection, you can avoid:
- Permanent damage to electronics
- Electrical fires due to excess voltage
- High insurance premiums or replacing devices
- Loss of productivity or critical data
In Ontario, and the rest of the world, the risk of severe weather is increasing each year. The need for surge protection is becoming more important with time. To put it simply, surge protection is essential for any home and is no longer a luxury.
💡 Types of Surge Protection Systems
- 1. Primary (Whole-Home) Surge Protection
With this type of surge protection, the surge protection device is installed at the main electrical panel, protecting large appliances like the HVAC systems, washers, dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, microwaves, computers, and other electronics.
These surge protectors are to be installed at the main electrical panel of the house, and will last around three to five years if the whole-home surge protector is in good condition.
💡 Types of Surge Protection Systems
Our team attaches surge protectors to the electrical panel surge protectors to the electrical panel surge protectors to the electrical panel surge protectors to the electrical panel attaches surge protectors to the electrical panel. This provides vault suppression as the electrical panel attempts to vault to the grid.
Benefits.
- Protection for all devices in the home.
- ESA certified installer and tester.
- Protection against grid and lightning surges.
- Durring power and storm outages.
If you haven’t inspected the panel in the last five years and recently added hot tubs, or EVs, you need to schedule a new surge protection evaluation.
🔍 Most Frequently Asked Questions About Surge Protection
1. How can I tell if my house is in need of surge protection?
If there are expensive electronic devices in the house, or there are flickering lights and the house is tripping the breaker, you need surge protection.
2. Is my home protected with power bar?
No. Power bars protect only the devices connected directly to the power bar.