Protecting Your Home: How Surge Protection Can Save You Thousands
Every home relies on electricity, but the systems we depend on are vulnerable to sudden power surges. A surge can damage appliances, fry sensitive electronics, and even start fires—leaving you with costly repairs or replacements. Installing surge protection is a simple way to safeguard your home and your wallet.
What Is a Power Surge?
A power surge happens when the flow of electricity is briefly interrupted and then resumes with a spike in voltage. Surges can come from several sources:
- Lightning Strikes: When lightning hits a power line, it sends a massive surge through the system that can affect your home.
- Utility Issues: Problems with the power grid, such as downed lines or maintenance work, can cause fluctuations in voltage.
- Large Appliances: Devices like refrigerators or air conditioners draw significant power, and their cycling on and off can create minor surges.
- Wiring Problems: Faulty or outdated wiring can contribute to electrical surges within your home.
Why Surge Protection Matters
- Protects Expensive Electronics
Modern homes are full of sensitive electronics, from TVs and computers to smart home devices. A single power surge can destroy these items, costing you thousands to replace. - Reduces Fire Risk
Surges can damage wiring and create sparks, increasing the risk of electrical fires. Surge protectors reduce this danger by safely diverting excess energy. - Prolongs Appliance Life
Even small surges can wear down appliances over time, causing them to fail sooner than expected. Surge protection keeps your appliances running longer. - Saves Money
The cost of replacing damaged electronics, appliances, or wiring far exceeds the price of installing surge protection.
Types of Surge Protection
- Point-of-Use Surge Protectors
These are the power strips you use to plug in your devices. While they offer basic protection, they aren’t enough to safeguard your entire home. - Whole-House Surge Protectors
Installed at your electrical panel, whole-house surge protectors shield your entire system from large surges, including those caused by lightning or utility problems. - Outlet Surge Protectors
These replace standard outlets and provide added protection for specific devices like TVs or computers.
Why Whole-House Surge Protection is the Best Option
Whole-house surge protection is the most effective way to defend your home. It intercepts surges at the main panel, protecting all the wiring, outlets, and connected devices in your house. Combined with point-of-use protectors for extra sensitive electronics, it offers a complete solution.
Why Choose New England Electrical Contracting for Surge Protection?
With over 35 years of experience, New England Electrical Contracting knows how to safeguard Fairfield County homes against electrical surges. Our licensed electricians can install whole-house surge protectors tailored to your home’s needs, giving you peace of mind every time a storm rolls in.
We also provide expert advice on the best solutions for protecting your valuable electronics and appliances.
Shield Your Home from Costly Surges!
Don’t wait for the next power surge to damage your home. Call New England Electrical Contracting at 203-656-1800 today to schedule a surge protection consultation. Let us help you protect your home, electronics, and peace of mind.