You lock your doors at night. You have insurance for your car and home. You might even have a security system to guard against intruders. Homeowners are constantly seeking ways to protect their property and the people living in it. But what about a threat you can’t see? A danger that travels silently through the wires of your home, ready to destroy your most valuable electronics in a flash. This threat is a power surge, and a simple power strip just isn’t enough.
Whole-home surge protection provides complete safety and security for every outlet in your house. Hickey Plumbing, Air & Electrical delivers the definitive solution to shield your home from electrical damage. Contact our team to discover how we can secure your home’s electrical system.
Think of a whole-house surge protector as a gatekeeper for your home’s entire electrical system. It is a powerful device that a professional electrician installs right at your main electrical panel or meter. This unit continuously monitors the flow of electricity coming into your home. Its job is to watch for any sudden, dangerous increase in voltage, known as a voltage spike.
When a surge occurs, the device acts instantly. Inside the protector, a component called a metal oxide varistor, or MOV, immediately diverts the excess electricity away from your home’s electrical wiring. It safely sends the dangerous voltage into the ground wire before it can ever reach your outlets. This process happens in less than a billionth of a second, providing a nearly impenetrable shield for everything plugged into your walls. This single device at your circuit breaker panel protects every single outlet, appliance, and electronic device downstream.
Many people believe a massive lightning strike is the only event that can cause a damaging power surge. While a direct or nearby lightning strike is certainly the most powerful and destructive type of surge, it is also the rarest. The real, everyday threat comes from inside your own home. Every time a large appliance like your air conditioner, refrigerator, or washing machine cycles on, it creates small, repetitive power surges throughout your electrical wiring.
These mini-surges may not cause immediate, catastrophic failure. Instead, they act like a slow poison to your sensitive electronics. They gradually degrade the delicate internal components of your computers, flat-screen TVs, smart home devices, and kitchen appliances. This slow degradation shortens their lifespan and eventually leads to unexplained failure.
A whole-house surge protector defends against both the massive external surges and these smaller, more frequent internal spikes that cause cumulative damage over time.
Installing a whole-home surge protection system provides immediate and lasting benefits for your home and your budget. You gain a powerful defense that works around the clock, giving you confidence in your home’s electrical safety and the longevity of your valuable electronics. You can experience these benefits right away.
Making a decision about your home’s safety often comes with questions. We have compiled answers to some of the most common inquiries we receive about installing a whole-house surge protector. We believe in providing clear, direct information so you can feel confident about your choices.
Yes, it’s a good idea. Think of it as a two-layer defense. The whole-house unit is your primary shield against large external surges. The power strips at your desk or entertainment center can help manage any smaller internal surges and provide an extra buffer for your most sensitive equipment.
This is a job strictly for a qualified electrician. The device must be professionally connected directly to your home’s main circuit breaker panel. This involves working with high-voltage main power lines that come into your home and requires a deep understanding of electrical wiring and safety codes.
These devices have a finite capacity to absorb power surges. Most have an indicator light that shows they are functioning correctly. Their lifespan can be several years under normal conditions. However, a single major event, like a severe lightning strike, could sacrifice the device to protect your home, requiring its replacement.
Absolutely. Take a moment and mentally add up the cost of every electronic item in your home. Your television, computers, smartphones, tablets, kitchen appliances, and smart home gadgets easily represent thousands of dollars. A whole-house surge protector is a modest investment that protects all your assets. It is a powerful, reliable safeguard for your modern lifestyle.
When the time comes to truly protect your home and family from unpredictable electrical events, you need a professional team you can trust. Hickey Plumbing, Air & Electrical proudly offers premier whole-home surge protection installation for homeowners throughout Lynchburg and across Virginia. Speak with our team today to get a powerful, permanent shield for your home’s electrical system.
When the time comes to truly protect your home and family from unpredictable electrical events, you need a professional team you can trust. Hickey Plumbing, Air & Electrical proudly offers premier whole-home surge protection installation for homeowners throughout Lynchburg and across Virginia. Speak with our team today to get a powerful, permanent shield for your home’s electrical system.
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