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ABSORB THE IMPACT OF POWERFUL ELECTRICAL SURGES WITH A WHOLE HOUSE SURGE PROTECTION
In today’s connected world, electricity powers nearly every aspect of our homes, from essential appliances and smart devices to our home security systems and entertainment centers. This constant reliance makes us more vulnerable than ever to the sudden, damaging effects of electrical surges caused by lightning strikes, power outages, or grid fluctuations. Without proper protection, these surges can destroy valuable electronics, disrupt daily life, and even pose safety hazards.
That’s where AB Electrical Services comes in. Our expertly installed whole-house surge protectors shield your home’s electrical system from unexpected power spikes, ensuring your family’s safety and preserving the functionality of your most important devices. Whether you’re safeguarding a smart home or protecting critical systems in your property, our solutions offer unmatched peace of mind for homeowners in Orange County, CA.
WHAT IS AN ELECTRICAL SURGE?
An electrical surge is a momentary spike in voltage in the electric lines. Multiple smaller surges or a single large surge can damage or destroy valuable electronic devices such as high definition televisions, computers, media equipment, and home appliances. Continue reading to find out why the surges occur and how AB Electrical Services can help protect the home from these harmful spikes in electricity
WHAT CAUSES AN ELECTRICAL SURGE?
Many people associate power surges with lightning strikes. A single bolt of lightning can instantly introduce millions of volts of electricity onto a home’s electrical wiring. This is enough energy to destroy a refrigerators motherboard, ruin controls on home appliances, fry multiple electronic devices, damage wall switches, and wipe-out every single GFI outlet in the home—causing tens of thousands of dollars in damages in the blink of an eye.
However, lightning strikes aren’t the only things that can cause electrical surges. Power outages and power transitions on the same electrical power line can also cause a surge in electricity. When electrical power is interrupted and then resumed, it briefly reintroduces a large amount of power to the wiring. Flipping tripped circuit breakers or powering off large motors such as air conditioning units or pool pumps can cause spikes in voltage through the electric wiring.
WHO'S AT RISK?
Any building receiving an electrical current can be subject to a power surge, especially buildings that run equipment with large motors, such as refrigerators, air-conditioning units, or other heavy machinery. Buildings located in areas prone to frequent lightning activity are at a higher risk of surges in electricity.
HOW TO PROTECT AGAINST A SPIKE IN ELECTRICITY
Any building receiving an electrical current can be subject to a power surge, especially buildings that run equipment with large motors, such as refrigerators, air-conditioning units, or other heavy machinery. Buildings located in areas prone to frequent lightning activity are at a higher risk of surges in electricity.
WHOLE HOUSE SURGE PROTECTION CAN INVOLVE A COMBINATION OF THESE 3 TYPES OF SURGE PROTECTION BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE HOME:
AT THE METER
A surge protective device placed at the exterior electrical meter can help prevent surges from reaching the home’s internal wiring. Since installing this type of surge protector involves tampering with a buildings electric meter, installation must be coordinated with a power company.
AT THE PANEL
A surge protective device can be attached to a home’s main breaker panel to help protect the home from a power surge. Surface mounted panels, typically located in basements or garages, allow the device to be attached directly to the side of the electrical panel. Flush mounted panels require a surge protective device that can be plugged into the panel’s buss.
AT THE DEVICE
Surge protective strips, outlets, or adaptors are used to protect specific devices in the home, such as televisions, computers, or appliances. The surge protector is plugged directly into the receptacle and each device is then plugged into the outlets on the surge protector.
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