Power surges can be frustrating, especially when they seem to affect more than one home in the same neighborhood. We recently installed a whole-home surge protection device for a homeowner in Dickinson, Texas after she and several of her neighbors had been experiencing surge issues.
This installation was completed in an older Square D electrical panel. The homeowner wanted an added layer of protection for her home’s electrical system and connected equipment, and a whole-home surge protector was a smart choice for that concern.
What Does a Whole-Home Surge Protector Do?
A whole-home surge protector is installed at the electrical panel and helps reduce damaging voltage spikes before they travel through the home’s wiring. Instead of only protecting one outlet or one device, it helps protect the entire electrical system from sudden surges.
It can help protect items such as:
- Appliances
- HVAC equipment
- Televisions
- Computers
- Smart home devices
- Garage door openers
- Other connected electronics
What Causes Power Surges?
Power surges can come from several different sources. In some cases, they may be related to utility issues, equipment switching, large appliances starting and stopping, power interruptions, or problems elsewhere on the electrical grid.
When a homeowner notices repeated electrical issues, flickering lights, damaged electronics, or unusual problems after power interruptions, it may be worth having the electrical system checked by a licensed electrician.
Installing Surge Protection in an Older Square D Panel
Many homes in Dickinson and the surrounding areas still have older electrical panels. In this case, we were able to install a whole-home surge protection device in the customer’s existing Square D panel.
Every panel is different, so the electrician needs to verify that the panel has the proper space, condition, and compatibility for the surge protection device. A professional installation helps make sure the equipment is installed correctly and safely.
Does Whole-Home Surge Protection Stop Every Surge?
No surge protection device can guarantee protection from every possible electrical event. However, a properly installed whole-home surge protector can greatly reduce the impact of many damaging voltage spikes before they reach your home’s electrical system and connected equipment.
For many homeowners, it is a practical and affordable upgrade that adds peace of mind, especially when surge issues have already been happening in the neighborhood.
Whole-Home Surge Protection in Dickinson, TX
If you live in Dickinson and have noticed repeated electrical issues, flickering lights, damaged electronics, or problems after power interruptions, ProLectric LLC can inspect your electrical panel and discuss whether whole-home surge protection is a good option for your home.
We provide whole-home surge protector installation in Dickinson, League City, Friendswood, Texas City, Galveston, La Marque, Santa Fe, Alvin, and surrounding areas.
Learn more about our whole-house surge protection services.
Need a licensed electrician in Dickinson? Visit our Dickinson electrician page or call ProLectric LLC at 281-337-5060.