Whole Home Surge Protector Installation in Kansas City
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Yes! Almost everyone can benefit from a whole home surge protector. A whole home surge protector keeps your valuable electronics, appliances, and home systems safe from expensive power surge damage.
Do I really need a whole home Surge Protector?
A power surge is an uncontrolled, unexpected, temporary increase in the current of an electrical circuit. In short, a voltage spike.
What are the signs of a power surge?
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Electrical devices do not work or periodically shut down
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Lights or clocks on your equipment are flashing
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Burnt odor around the power source on a device
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Power strip requires resetting
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Breakers trip frequently
In our day-to-day lives, we rely heavily on our appliances, HVAC systems, and electronics. It’s worrying to think that power surge damage could wipe them out completely. Most homeowners have no idea what a power surge is, how to spot one, or what to do to prevent them.
What is a Power Surge?
Most homeowners rely on power strips to protect themselves. However, the typical lifespan of a power strip is 3-5 years. If you experience frequent power surges in your home, they should be replaced every two years. Here are a few ways to protect your home from power surge damage:
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Install a whole home surge protector to get the most protection. Whole home surge protectors are installed in the primary electrical panel. When there is a spike in voltage, the protector acts as a pressure-relief valve to shut off the power and protect your home from a surge.
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Create additional protection by utilizing a power strip for sensitive electronics.
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Upgrade your AC. Your air conditioner likely restarts several times a day, increasing the current in your home, which can lead to a surge. Newer units use less power to operate, which decreases the excess current when they restart and reducing the likelihood of a surge.
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Inspect your wiring. Damaged or exposed wires disrupt the flow of the electrical current, increasing the chances of a surge to the specific outlet they lead to.
How to identify faulty wiring:
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Buzzing coming from the outlet.
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Burnt smell from the outlet or visible burn marks.
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Frequent tripping circuit breakers
How to Prevent Power Surge Damage
