Power surges can cause damage to appliances, such as computers, in your suburban Chicago home and can even cause fires or damage to components of your electrical system. That’s why it’s important to have proper surge protection installed in your home.
The professional team at TR Miller Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Electrical can assess the surge protection needs of your home and install surge protectors to keep your home and family safe.
What Are Surge Protectors?
Surge protectors are devices that limit the voltage that reaches connected devices by diverting the excess voltage to the ground wire. This protects your electronic devices from power surges that can cause damage.
Causes of Power Surges
Power surges can have several causes.
- Lightning
- Power grid fluctuations
- Too many devices connected to a circuit
- Faulty or old wiring
- Damage to the electrical system
- Cycling of large appliances
Types of Surge Protectors
Three main types of surge protectors can provide protection.
- Power strips with surge protection
- Surge protected outlets
- Whole house surge protectors
Whole House Surge Protection Installation
The best way to protect your home from power surges is with a whole house surge protector. This is a device that is installed in your electric panel and connected to a dedicated circuit breaker. The process of installing the surge protector is complex and should not be a DIY project. It requires specific expertise and skill, so you’ll need to bring in a professional electrician.
TR Miller is Your Trusted Surge Protection Partner
The professional team of electricians at TR Miller Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Electrical is well trained and experienced and has up to date knowledge of surge protectors. We also offer comprehensive electric panel repair and installation services and are a one-stop shop for all your electrical needs.
We provide transparent pricing, with no surprises, and we always keep your needs and budget in mind. We’ve been a trusted home servicing partner to suburban Chicago residents since 2008. We are a family-owned company, and we consider our customers our extended family. We are here to serve you, with your safety and comfort always coming first.
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