IT'S TIME TO PROTECT AGAINST POWER SURGES IN THE HOME

Ever had a power strip in the house? This is a type of surge protector. It is important to have surge protectors all around the home to help prevent power surges. A power surge occurs for several reasons but usually when it storms or if there is faulty wiring in the home. It is an influx of power to the home or even just one outlet (if there is a lot hooked up to the outlet). It is important to protect the home from power surges because they could break electronics and electrical fixtures and wiring and cause a house fire to spark. A whole-house surge protector is the best way to keep the house safe from power surges because – as the name states – it protects the entire home from a power surge!

Continue reading to learn about power surges and how to protect the home with a whole-house surge protector.

The main causes of power surges are:

• Lightning strike
• Faulty wiring
• Electrical overload
• The power turning back on after a blackout

Some of these causes are more common than homeowners might realize. All of the electrical appliances in the modern world lead to homes overloading their electrical systems all the time. The same goes for faulty wiring. Many homeowners don't realize the wiring is as old as it is and may not seek to have it fixed until something like a power surge happens.

That is why it is so important to have regular electrical maintenance done by a professional. A power surge can easily lead to an electrical fire, whether the homeowner is home when it happens or not. Once an electrical fire starts, it spreads quickly and can be difficult to stop before excessive damage is done to the inside of the home as well as the structural integrity of the home.

A whole-home surge protector can save homeowners thousands, if not millions of dollars. If there isn't a surge protector in the home and a fire starts, the homeowner could lose everything they own. So, the most significant benefit of investing in a whole-home surge protector is that it could save the homeowner from losing all of their valuables.

A trained professional installs a whole-home surge protector on the home's electrical panel. After installation is complete, homeowners don't have to worry about any of the causes of power surges. In the event a surge occurs, the protector will shut off power to the home before the surge reaches the outlets. This saves the homeowner's appliances and their home from catching on fire. It also protects the home against surges when the power is returned to the home.

The downside of surge protection is how often they have to be replaced. It's recommended that whole-house surge protectors are replaced every two to five years, depending on the brand, model, and how often it's been used. Still, they aren't crazy expensive, and for how much money they can save the homeowner, it's worth having them replaced regularly to ensure they work properly for decades.

The most significant part about protection is how easy it is to tell when it's time for surge protector repair. Most devices will have a light that starts to blink when it's time for a replacement. Of course, this isn't foolproof. Homeowners should maintain their electrical system so the professional can tell them to replace their surge protector if the light doesn't work.

Dan Wood Company is an electrical company in Portage, MI. They promise always to be there when their customers need them. They are a family-owned and operated business with 24/7 chat assistance. They even have more than 100 years of experience in the industry. It's time to call them today for quality electrical service in Portage!