Whole Home Surge Protectors
Power surges can strike in an instant, causing significant damage to your computers, game systems, and other devices. Protect your investments with a whole-home surge protector. Contact Markel Electric in Litchfield County today to learn how our expert installation services can safeguard your home.
You invest significantly in your home appliances, computers, phones, and other electronic devices, and the last thing you want is for them to get damaged by a power surge.
In Connecticut, electrical surges can occur unexpectedly, and many people mistakenly believe that store-bought power strips offer sufficient protection. Unfortunately, they do not.
For comprehensive protection, contact Markel Electric to discover how a whole-home surge protector can safeguard your valuable electronics.
What is a Power Surge?
Power surges pose significant risks to sensitive electronics in your home, affecting appliances like refrigerators, televisions, gaming systems, computers, and audio equipment.
Consider the value of these items and whether it’s worth the risk of having to replace them if they become irreparably damaged by a power surge.
Additionally, think about where you’ll be when a power surge occurs. If you’re home during a severe storm, you might protect your devices by unplugging them. But what if you’re away and can’t respond in time?
Imagine being on vacation or out for the day and hearing about a power grid problem in your neighborhood, leaving you uncertain about the status of your electrical devices.
Installing a surge protector not only safeguards your devices but also provides peace of mind. Contact Markel Electric to learn more about how a whole-home surge protector can keep your valuable electronics safe and secure.
Dangers of Not Having Surge Protection
- Identify the Problem
The first step in troubleshooting any electrical issue is identifying the problem. Common signs of electrical problems include flickering lights, frequent circuit breaker trips, buzzing noises, burning smells, and outlets that don’t work. Take note of any symptoms you observe, as this will help you or a professional pinpoint the issue more quickly.
- Check the Circuit Breaker
If you’re experiencing a power outage in one area of your home, the issue might be a tripped circuit breaker. Locate your electrical panel and check if any switches are in the “off” position or appear halfway between “on” and “off.” If you find a tripped breaker, turn it off and then back on to reset it. If the breaker trips again immediately, this indicates a more serious problem that requires professional attention.
- Test the Outlets and Switches
Use a voltage tester or a multimeter to check if the outlets and switches in the affected area are receiving power. If an outlet is dead, it could be due to a faulty outlet, a tripped GFCI outlet, or a wiring issue. Testing the outlets and switches helps narrow down the potential causes of the problem.
- Inspect for Visible Damage
Look for any visible signs of damage, such as frayed wires, scorch marks on outlets or switches, or loose connections. If you notice any of these issues, it’s essential to address them immediately, as they can pose a significant safety hazard.
What About Power Strips?
When most people think of surge protectors, they envision the power strips available at stores. Primarily, power strips are designed to provide extra outlets, functioning like enhanced extension cords.
However, some power strips come with built-in surge protection, which can be misleading.
While these products offer basic surge protection, it often falls short of what’s needed to protect your electronic devices adequately. Here’s why:
Power surges from lightning strikes can deliver a 200,000-amp jolt, instantly “frying” any connected electronic devices. The delicate connections in electronic chips can’t withstand such immense power, and neither can standard power strip surge protectors.
Power strips are typically designed to handle minor, everyday surges, which, although not immediately catastrophic, can wear down your devices over time due to repeated jolts.
In essence, the surge protection offered by power strip surge protectors is insufficient to guard against significant power surges.
For the most effective protection, consider a whole-home surge protector installation. Contact Markel Electric to learn how we can help you safeguard your valuable electronics with comprehensive surge protection solutions.
How Home Surge Protectors Work
A home surge protector is installed by your electrician behind your breaker panel to shield your appliances and devices from high voltage spikes and surges.
When the surge protector detects a spike in voltage, it immediately re-routes the excess electricity, halting it before it can cause damage. This proactive approach ensures maximum protection for your valuable electronics.
At Markel Electric, our skilled electricians will handle the installation of your surge protector and provide you with additional tips on safeguarding your home during lightning storms and identifying signs of faulty wiring. Contact us today to learn more about comprehensive surge protection for your home.
Whole Home Surge Protectors
Power surges can strike in an instant, causing significant damage to your computers, game systems, and other devices. Protect your investments with a whole-home surge protector. Contact Markel Electric in Litchfield County today to learn how our expert installation services can safeguard your home.
You invest significantly in your home appliances, computers, phones, and other electronic devices, and the last thing you want is for them to get damaged by a power surge.
In Connecticut, electrical surges can occur unexpectedly, and many people mistakenly believe that store-bought power strips offer sufficient protection. Unfortunately, they do not.
For comprehensive protection, contact Markel Electric to discover how a whole-home surge protector can safeguard your valuable electronics.
What is a Power Surge?
Power surges pose significant risks to sensitive electronics in your home, affecting appliances like refrigerators, televisions, gaming systems, computers, and audio equipment.
Consider the value of these items and whether it’s worth the risk of having to replace them if they become irreparably damaged by a power surge.
Additionally, think about where you’ll be when a power surge occurs. If you’re home during a severe storm, you might protect your devices by unplugging them. But what if you’re away and can’t respond in time?
Imagine being on vacation or out for the day and hearing about a power grid problem in your neighborhood, leaving you uncertain about the status of your electrical devices.
Installing a surge protector not only safeguards your devices but also provides peace of mind. Contact Markel Electric to learn more about how a whole-home surge protector can keep your valuable electronics safe and secure.
Dangers of Not Having Surge Protection
- Identify the Problem
The first step in troubleshooting any electrical issue is identifying the problem. Common signs of electrical problems include flickering lights, frequent circuit breaker trips, buzzing noises, burning smells, and outlets that don’t work. Take note of any symptoms you observe, as this will help you or a professional pinpoint the issue more quickly.
- Check the Circuit Breaker
If you’re experiencing a power outage in one area of your home, the issue might be a tripped circuit breaker. Locate your electrical panel and check if any switches are in the “off” position or appear halfway between “on” and “off.” If you find a tripped breaker, turn it off and then back on to reset it. If the breaker trips again immediately, this indicates a more serious problem that requires professional attention.
- Test the Outlets and Switches
Use a voltage tester or a multimeter to check if the outlets and switches in the affected area are receiving power. If an outlet is dead, it could be due to a faulty outlet, a tripped GFCI outlet, or a wiring issue. Testing the outlets and switches helps narrow down the potential causes of the problem.
- Inspect for Visible Damage
Look for any visible signs of damage, such as frayed wires, scorch marks on outlets or switches, or loose connections. If you notice any of these issues, it’s essential to address them immediately, as they can pose a significant safety hazard.
What About Power Strips?
When most people think of surge protectors, they envision the power strips available at stores. Primarily, power strips are designed to provide extra outlets, functioning like enhanced extension cords.
However, some power strips come with built-in surge protection, which can be misleading.
While these products offer basic surge protection, it often falls short of what’s needed to protect your electronic devices adequately. Here’s why:
Power surges from lightning strikes can deliver a 200,000-amp jolt, instantly “frying” any connected electronic devices. The delicate connections in electronic chips can’t withstand such immense power, and neither can standard power strip surge protectors.
Power strips are typically designed to handle minor, everyday surges, which, although not immediately catastrophic, can wear down your devices over time due to repeated jolts.
In essence, the surge protection offered by power strip surge protectors is insufficient to guard against significant power surges.
For the most effective protection, consider a whole-home surge protector installation. Contact Markel Electric to learn how we can help you safeguard your valuable electronics with comprehensive surge protection solutions.
How Home Surge Protectors Work
A home surge protector is installed by your electrician behind your breaker panel to shield your appliances and devices from high voltage spikes and surges.
When the surge protector detects a spike in voltage, it immediately re-routes the excess electricity, halting it before it can cause damage. This proactive approach ensures maximum protection for your valuable electronics.
At Markel Electric, our skilled electricians will handle the installation of your surge protector and provide you with additional tips on safeguarding your home during lightning storms and identifying signs of faulty wiring. Contact us today to learn more about comprehensive surge protection for your home.
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