Home Surge Protection in Salisbury, NC
Power surges from storms and the grid can quietly damage appliances, electronics and HVAC equipment. A whole-home surge protector at your panel is the first line of defense.
Typical project
- Pricing
- Quoted after we look at the job
- Estimate
- Free and in writing, before work starts
- Permits
- We handle the permit when your job requires one, and coordinate the inspection after the work is complete
About home surge protection
A power surge is a short spike in voltage. It might come from lightning, a utility switching event, a downed line or a large appliance turning on in your own home. Most surges are small and go unnoticed, but they add up and shorten the life of electronics, appliances and HVAC equipment.
A whole-home surge protective device installs at the panel and protects the wiring and the hardwired equipment on it, such as the air handler, water heater, refrigerator and washer. It is the first line of defense, and it works alongside plug-in surge strips, which protect sensitive electronics like computers and televisions.
No device can promise protection from a direct lightning strike, but panel-level protection reduces the risk from nearby strikes and grid surges, which are far more common. We also check your grounding and bonding, because a surge protector only works if the surge has a good path to ground.
What we do
- Whole-home surge protective device at the panel
- Layered protection for sensitive electronics
- Protection for HVAC, refrigerators and washers
- Grounding and bonding inspection
- Tested and verified after installation
How a job works
- Look at your panel and grounding We check space, grounding and bonding before choosing a device.
- Select the right unit We pick a surge protector sized and rated for your service.
- Install at the panel We mount the device and connect it with short leads for best performance.
- Verify We check status indicators and confirm correct operation.
- Show you the indicators We show you how to tell the protector is working, and when it needs replacing.
What affects the price
- Type and rating of the surge device
- Panel brand and available breaker space
- Grounding and bonding corrections
- Whether it is combined with a panel upgrade
- Add-on protection at the meter or for specific equipment
- Permit requirements
When to call
- Frequent storms or lightning in your area
- Electronics or appliances failing unexpectedly
- Flickering during outages or when power returns
- Expensive equipment you want to protect
What customers say
“On time, very knowledgeable, very respectful, kept work place neat, did a professional job.”Richard Smith
“Reliance Electrical Contractors did a great job helping me solve and electrical issue with one of my circuit breakers and dedicated circuit. Another electrician did the initial install but never fully tested his work. Reliance Electrical came in identified the issue and resolved the problem. Thank you Erwin for showing up on time, providing great customer service and your knowledge in this field of work.”Calvin Lockhart
“Excellent service, great communication, and fairly priced. I highly recommend.”Christopher Ezzell
Frequently asked questions
Is a surge strip enough?
Strips protect what is plugged into them. A whole-home device protects wiring and hardwired equipment like HVAC, and works alongside strips for electronics.
Will it stop lightning damage?
No device guarantees that, but surge protection reduces the risk from nearby strikes and grid surges.
How long does installation take?
Most whole-home surge protectors install at the panel in a short visit.
How long does a surge protector last?
They wear out as they absorb surges. Most have a status light that shows when protection is gone; check it a few times a year.
Does my panel need to be upgraded first?
Usually not. If the panel is full, damaged or unsafe, we tell you.
Not ready to book? That is fine. Text a photo or ask a question and we will tell you what we would do, with no obligation.
Serving your area
We provide home surge protection in Salisbury, Kannapolis, Lexington, Mooresville, Concord, Huntersville, Denver, Denton, Richfield, Mocksville, and nearby communities.
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