A power surge occurs when a sudden voltage increase exceeds the standard 120 volts. The wiring inside your devices overheats and starts to burn during a power surge. This can lead to disaster for your devices. Today’s technology is at risk of destruction due to power surges because many of your devices feature circuitry or microchips that make them highly sensitive to voltage fluctuations. We recommend a whole house surge protection installation to ensure your devices aren’t strained, compromised, or destroyed during a power surge.

One of the most common causes of power surges is operating heavy-duty electrical devices. Devices in your home, like air conditioners, refrigerators, and clothes dryers use a significant amount of electricity when they switch their motors and compressors on and off. Devices in your home with heating elements, including kettles, coffee makers, and toaster ovens, can cause power surges as well. Some of the other common causes of power surges include the following:

• Faulty electrical wiring
• Issues with utility company transformers and power lines
• Inclement weather, including lightning
• Auto accidents involving power lines
• High winds that damage power lines