Guard the Home Against Dangerous Power Surges This Holiday Season

The Best Way to Protect the Home Is With a Whole House Surge Protector

Modern life runs on electronics. In all of human history, this has never been more true than now. From air conditioners and refrigerators to computers and lighting systems, the most important and most costly items in any house are typically those connected in some way to the electric system. Unfortunately, one power surge, which happens quicker than any homeowner can react, can do untold damage to these expensive electronics. This is why whole-house surge protectors are so important. Read on to learn more about the best way to protect the home from power surges.

Why Power Surges Are Dangerous

Many people mistakenly think that power surges, also called transient voltages, only happen when there’s a storm. This is far from the case. While storms can and do cause power surges that fry electronics, lighting is not the only cause of a dangerous power surge. Other causes include downed power lines causing overvoltage, fluctuating electricity demands on the grid, and faulty wiring within the home. 

No matter the source of the power surge, any electronics connected to the home’s electrical system could be damaged beyond repair, depending on the severity of the surge. While some of the smaller electronics could be replaced with a few hundred dollars, systems that keep the house livable, such as the air conditioner or the furnace, are much more expensive. Likewise, sensitive information stored directly on computers could also be at risk. 

How a Whole House Surge Protector Can Help

Whole-house surge protectors provide overall protection from power surges, giving homeowners the peace of mind that comes with knowing their expensive electronics are safe. It’s also important to note that whole-house protectors are more robust than the small surge protector strips that people use to protect their computers and other electronics in the home. These smaller strips are generally designed to protect against smaller surges with power fluctuations within the home’s power system. But they can certainly provide an added layer of protection in addition to a whole-house surge protector. 

How to Know When It’s Time to Replace an Old Surge Protector

Whole-house surge protectors aren’t designed to last forever. Most whole-home surge protectors should be replaced every three to five years. This is because they can wear out as they protect the home from big and small surges. To be safe, it’s best to go ahead and replace the surge protector once every three years. However, whole-home surge protectors are available with indicator lights to tell homeowners when the unit needs to be replaced. 

Those with a whole-home surge protector that doesn’t have an indicator light can tell if the unit needs to be replaced in other ways. The number one way to tell is by smell. If the surge protector smells bad, the protection capabilities have worn out by protecting the home from surges. The smell will resemble an overheated electrical board as smoke and ozone mix. 

About The Bosworth Company

The Bosworth Company has served Midland, TX, with pride for nearly 75 years! It is a family-owned business with an A+ Better Business Bureau rating. All their technicians are thoroughly background checked and offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee on every job. Contact them today for whole-house surge protector installation in Midland, TX. 

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