Surge Protection Solutions for the Electronics You Rely on Every Day in Your Home

Surge Protection for the Whole Home

Anything connected to power inside a home is vulnerable to electrical surges and spikes. That includes kitchen appliances, washer and dryers, water heaters, electric vehicle charging ports, and more. Recognizing the rising rate of electronic use and how numerous home appliances and technology devices are becoming increasingly vulnerable to failure from unpredictable power surges, the National Electrical Code (NEC) 2020 & 2023 Editions requires:

All new electrical services and service upgrades to dwellings must have surge protective devices installed at or near the service entrance; and SPDs “shall be an integral part of the service equipment or shall be located immediately adjacent thereto.” 

While cascading surge protection is always the recommended approach, the first and most important layer starts with a whole home surge protector at the main electrical panel and/or meter.

Superior Surge Protection for HVAC Systems

A heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system (HVAC) is easily the most expensive appliance in your home, and it’s a lifeline for comfort and health. You probably don’t look at it every day, and you might not think about it often – that is, until you wake up in the middle of the night and your house feels a bit warm, maybe more humid than normal. The unexpected breakdown of these systems often results in costly repairs or replacements, not to mention the added frustration of being without the system you rely on until it’s fixed. 

These days, many appliances are more intelligent than ever, and that includes our A/C units. Smart systems require smarter protection. To fully protect an HVAC system, the shielding device needs to account for damaging electrical events called voltage swings. Voltage swings are when the voltage either drops below the normal operating level or it spikes and sends a surge into the appliance. Ensure the quality and efficiency of modern HVAC systems with a protection device designed specifically for intelligent monitoring of these appliances.

Surge Protectors for Ethernet, PoE, and Security Systems

In today’s increasingly connected world, maintaining the integrity of home networks and security systems is more important than ever. With a growing reliance on Ethernet, Power over Ethernet (PoE), and sophisticated home security systems, power surges can easily disrupt connectivity and damage expensive equipment in modern residences. 

While a whole home SPD works as a first layer of protection, surge protectors designed specifically for Ethernet, PoE, and security systems help maintain uninterrupted connectivity, especially when vulnerable to internally-generated power surges and spikes. The proactive addition of these devices ensures the reliability and longevity of your networking and security investments, while providing peace of mind that your home’s day-to-day operations stay protected against unforseen and often invisible electrical disturbances.

Surge Protection for Pool Controls

Without operational pool controls, especially the main pump, your favorite home amenity is unable to properly circulate water for heating, treating, and filtering. These controls are composed of electronic and mechanical components that keep the water clear and clean, healthy and safe. And just like any other electric system, power surges can wear and tear, damage, or destroy the operations of the pool pump and controls. Surge protection for your pool ensures proper circulation of the water and shields the pump from degradation, so that you can continue to relax and enjoy every pool day.

Surge Protection for Plug-In Electronics and Appliances

Point-of-use surge protectors round out a typical cascading surge protection plan for a home. These Type 3 SPDs shield the devices directly plugged in, including TVs, computers, and other home appliances. While these do look like a typical power strip, surge protection will be specified if it is truly a surge protector.