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Power surges represent a very real and serious threat to your home’s electrical system. Especially strong power surges can even cause fires with little warning. The good news is that you can defend your home from power surges with a simple upgrade.
Davis & Green is the place to turn for surge protection in Midlothian, VA. We sell and install a variety of whole-house surge protection options that can keep your electrical system safe.
If you’re like most people in Midlothian, you likely have at least one or two plug-in surge protectors in your home. Their job is to protect whatever you plug into them from destructive power spikes. However, plug-in surge protectors alone offer only limited protection. Those devices can only absorb a certain amount of power before failing. The problem is that most destructive surges will exceed that capacity.
For example, imagine that lightning strikes a power line near your home. In an instant, the line has millions of unexpected volts of electricity to contend with. That surge will spread to everything connected nearby, including your home. When it arrives, your home will suffer almost immediate damage. Plug-in surge protectors can fail, wiring throughout your home can melt, and appliances can suffer grievous damage.
You should know, however, that lightning isn’t even the most frequent cause of power surges. Research indicates that up to 80% of destructive power surges originate inside your home. They can result from faulty wiring, malfunctioning appliances, or even large motors turning on and off.
They stem from voltage imbalances induced by the sudden high demand for power or the sudden cessation of that demand. In fact, one of the most common causes of internal power surges is an HVAC system turning on or off. Even a power outage will result in a surge whenever your provider restores electrical service.
A Type 2 whole-house surge protection system can protect against both internal and externally produced power surges. We can install this system inside your home’s electrical panel and monitor your electrical system for excess voltage.
When voltage exceeds a preset level, the protector diverts the excess voltage to a ground line. Many Type 2 surge protectors can handle up to a 50,000-amp surge without failing. That’s plenty to deal with most power surges, including indirect lightning strikes.
With more than 40 years in business, Davis & Green offers quality surge protection solutions to Midlothian homeowners. Our licensed electricians have extensive training and years of hands-on experience. That means our team always provides exemplary workmanship and results that meet electrical code requirements.
Plus, we hold an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, reflecting our ethical business practices. Check out some of our customer testimonials, which speak volumes about the quality of our services.
When you need surge protection in Midlothian, contact our team at Davis & Green today!
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