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Whole House Surge Protection in Dripping Springs, TX
Power strips protect what is plugged into them. They do nothing for hardwired equipment such as your HVAC system, and that is often the most expensive thing a surge destroys. Call (888) 633-7804 for whole house surge protection in Dripping Springs and Hays County.
Surge protection services in Dripping Springs
- Whole house surge protectionA Type 2 surge protective device installed at the main panel.
- Surge protector installationWired on its own breaker with short, direct leads, the way manufacturers specify.
- Sub panel surge protectionExtra protection for workshops, pool equipment and detached buildings.
- HVAC surge protectionProtection at the outdoor unit for the equipment most exposed to surges.
- Commercial surge protectionProtection for point-of-sale, refrigeration, network and control equipment.
- Grounding and bonding checkA surge protector depends on a good ground. We verify it.
- Layered protection adviceHow to pair panel protection with point-of-use protection for sensitive electronics.
- Protection added with panel upgradesCurrent code calls for surge protection when a home service is replaced.
Surge protection is worth adding to a Dripping Springs home when
- You have lost electronics or appliances after a storm.
- Lights flicker or dim when the AC compressor starts.
- You have a new HVAC system, EV charger or kitchen appliances.
- You work from home on equipment you cannot afford to lose.
- Your panel is being replaced or upgraded anyway.
Whole house surge protection in Dripping Springs: local conditions
In the Hill Country, strong thunderstorms, lightning and the occasional ice storm take down rural lines, and many properties sit at the end of long service runs where outages last longer. Well pumps, workshops, guest houses and long underground feeders are common here, along with a steady demand for standby generators and surge protection. That is the background our electricians bring to every whole house surge protection job in Dripping Springs.
Whole house surge protection cost in Dripping Springs
Whole house surge protection cost in Dripping Springs depends on the device rating, your panel type, and whether the panel has space for the breaker. In most homes it is a short installation. If the grounding system needs correcting first, that adds to the job, and we will show you why it matters.
How whole house surge protection works in Dripping Springs
- Call (888) 633-7804Tell us what you want installed and where. Photos of your panel help.
- We check capacityA look at your panel and a load calculation confirm what your service can carry.
- You get a quoteWe explain the options and the scope so you know what the installation includes.
- We install and testThe installation is completed to current code, with permit and inspection where Dripping Springs requires them.
Surge Protection near me in Dripping Springs, TX
We provide whole house surge protection throughout Dripping Springs and Hays County, including nearby Driftwood, Spicewood, Wimberley, Manchaca and Johnson City.
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Whole house surge protection in Dripping Springs: common questions
Does whole house surge protection stop lightning?
It handles the surges that come in on the power lines from nearby strikes, which are the common ones. No device can promise protection from a direct strike to the house. It greatly reduces the everyday surge damage that shortens the life of electronics.
Do I still need power strips with a whole house surge protector?
For computers, televisions and audio equipment, yes. A good point-of-use protector behind the panel device gives layered protection.
How long does surge protector installation take?
Usually an hour or two when the panel has room. Power is off briefly while we connect the device.
Is surge protection required by code?
Recent editions of the National Electrical Code call for surge protection on new and replaced home services. Existing homes are not forced to add it, but it is a sensible upgrade.
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See the Dripping Springs electrician page for everything we do in Hays County, or the statewide whole house surge protection page.
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