Modern homes contain sensitive electronics in appliances, televisions, computers, HVAC equipment, security systems, smart-home devices, and charging equipment. A sudden voltage surge can damage these components in a fraction of a second.
Preferred Power installs whole-home surge protection for homeowners throughout Fort Worth and surrounding communities.
Lightning is one possible source of a power surge, but it is not the only one. Voltage spikes can also result from:
Some surges are dramatic. Others are smaller events that may gradually damage electronic components over time.
A whole-home surge protective device is generally installed at or near the main electrical panel. It responds to excessive voltage and diverts surge energy away from the home’s electrical circuits.
This provides broader protection than a plug-in power strip because the device is positioned where electricity enters the electrical distribution system.
Whole-home protection may help safeguard:
No surge protection device can prevent every possible type of electrical damage, especially from a direct lightning strike. However, a properly installed system can add an important layer of protection.
Whole-home surge protection and point-of-use surge devices can work together. The panel-mounted device provides broad protection, while suitable plug-in protection can add another layer for especially sensitive equipment.
Proper grounding and bonding are also important parts of the home’s overall electrical protection.
Surge protection may be especially worthwhile when:
Preferred Power Electrical, LLC is headquartered in Weatherford, Texas, and serves homeowners throughout Fort Worth and surrounding communities, including Mineral Wells, Granbury, Azle, Benbrook, and nearby areas.
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Q: What does whole-home surge protection protect?
A: It helps reduce the risk of voltage surges damaging appliances, HVAC equipment, televisions, computers, smart-home devices, security systems, EV chargers, and other electronics connected to the home’s electrical system.
Q: Is whole-home surge protection only for lightning strikes?
A: No. Electrical surges can also result from utility switching, power restoration after an outage, motors, compressors, equipment failures, and other electrical events.
Q: Do I still need plug-in surge protectors if I have whole-home protection?
A: Plug-in surge protectors can provide an additional layer of protection for especially sensitive electronics. Whole-home protection and point-of-use devices can work together.
Q: Can surge protection be added when replacing an electrical panel?
A: Yes. Panel replacement is a convenient time to add whole-home surge protection, although it can also be installed as a separate project.
