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Getting a whole-home surge protector is very worthwhile, especially if your home in the Ventura County area is prone to power surges. This is especially true during the winter months, when you may be utilizing holiday lights and decorations that are reliant on your home’s electrical supply. A whole-home surge protector will protect your entire home from power surges, reducing the risk of damage and preventing you from paying for all-new electronics.
A whole-home surge protector can cost anywhere from $70-$700, with the average landing around $300. This depends on several factors, including the electrical load your home requires. Keep in mind that a high-quality model will last between 5-10 years, making for a worthwhile investment in your home’s protection. One of our team members will be able to provide you with a more accurate cost estimate based on your home’s unique electrical needs.
Winter is considered a time of peak demand for your home’s electrical usage, as people spend more time indoors, using more energy to power their indoor and outdoor lights, not to mention any holiday lights and decorations you may have! During times of peak demand, the risk of power outages or power surges is higher, putting your home and all electrical components at risk. That’s why RR Electric, Heating & Air installs whole-home surge protectors to protect your home and your possessions!
Whole-home surge protection is a system installed to safeguard your entire home’s electrical network from voltage spikes. During the winter, power surges can occur due to increased usage of heating systems, holiday lighting, or power restoration after storm-related outages, making protection essential to prevent damage to your appliances and electronics.
Not at all! A licensed electrician can usually install a whole-home surge protector quickly and efficiently. The device is installed at your home’s main electrical panel, providing seamless protection.
While individual surge protectors offer localized protection for specific devices, whole-home surge protection defends against larger power surges at the electrical panel, offering comprehensive coverage and reducing the risk of damage throughout your home.
While all homes can benefit from surge protection, some may actually need it more than others. If you notice any of the following signs frequently happening around your home, it is highly recommended to consider installing a whole-home surge protection system:
If your lights frequently flicker or dim, particularly when a larger appliance begins running, you may want to consider installing surge protection in your home. Flickering lights are indicative of an overworked electrical system that could trip, causing a power surge at any second and potentially frying all of your electronics.
In the event that you notice any charring, blacking, or discoloration on your outlets, you will need to call (818) 572-9587 right away! Discoloration happen when a power surge has occurred, causing fire damage to your outlets. At the very least, this requires an immediate repair from our licensed electricians, but you should also seriously consider installing a whole-home surge protection system as well. Surge protection will prevent this same issue from recurring, which is highly likely. The more it happens, the worse the damage will get over time, and the more it will cost you in the long run!
If your circuit breaker frequently trips, particularly when plugging in and using high-powered devices, there has most likely been a power surge. In the event your circuit breaker is constantly tripping, it is recommended to install a whole-home surge protection system to help prevent the constant tripping.
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