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Surge protection in Durham, NC is an upgrade that can make your home safer and save money. Dawson's Electric recommends a multilayered approach to whole-home surge protection. Different types of devices protect your home from external power surges. Point-of-use surge protectors defend against both internal and external power surges. Outlet surge protectors provide a third layer of protection closer to your appliances.
There are three main types of surge protection for your Durham home: Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3. Type 3 is the kind of protection that does not require an electrician. These include the surge protectors that you plug into your outlets to protect your devices directly.
Type 1 and Type 2 are the important components of whole-home surge protection. These systems require our professional electrician to integrate them directly into your electrical system.
Another name for a Type 1 surge protector is a panel-mount surge protector. Our electrician will install this device on the supply side of your electrical panel. In other words, we position it between your home’s electrical system and the power coming from the grid. This protects your home from lightning strikes. It also protects your home from grid-based anomalies. Note that the electric company is rarely responsible for damage caused by the grid.
Another name for a Type 2 surge protector is a point-of-use surge protector. Our electrician will install this device between your electrical panel and the home’s wiring. This is the most common form of whole-home surge protection, and it provides additional protection from lightning strikes and abnormal power from the grid. It also protects your home from surges, spikes, and other abnormalities that can occur internally.
Any motor turning on or off can put an undue strain on your electrical system. This includes furnaces, air conditioners, and heat pumps. Garage doors are another common cause of surges. Type 2 protection also safeguards your home against faulty wiring.
Dawson's Electric has served Durham and the surrounding areas for approximately 15 years. We are an Eaton-certified electrical contractor and a Tesla-authorized EV installer. Peace of mind for our customers is our top priority. We take great pride in our customer service and care. That approach has earned us a BBB accreditation with an A+ rating and many positive reviews online.
If you’d like to learn more about surge protection in Durham, call Dawson's Electric today or contact us online.
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