Surge Protector: An Important Investment for Your Home

Surge Protector: An Important Investment for Your Home

In the United States, most homes experience about 300 electrical surges a year. A power surge is a form of electrical power disturbance. Although they usually last for a millionth of a second, it is considered to be the most destructive out of the 4 types of power disturbances. This spike in electricity can cause wear and tear and can immediately damage your appliances. Considering the number of electronic devices we plug into our house there is a much to be protected.

Protect your AC and other appliances

Most people plug their appliances and electronic devices directly into a power outlet. These sockets are supposed to provide a consistent voltage of electricity, but it only takes a spike or a power surge and your electronic devices, including your air conditioner, could become useless. It can instantly overload or short out the circuit of your electronics and appliances.

Instead of just plugging them directly into an outlet, it is a good idea to plug them into a surge protector. Investing in a surge protector is a great way to keep your HVAC equipment running and even extend its lifespan.

Do not wait for a power surge to happen to call an Brighton HVAC contractor. Consider installing a surge protector to protect your air conditioner and other appliances from the ups and downs of the power grid.

Reduce repair or replacement cost

Most people consider their house and their car their most valued possessions. They have insurance for these so they won’t have to spend a huge sum of money on repairs in cases of an emergency. However, most people fail to realize how expensive HVAC repair and replacement could cost.

No matter how well you take care of your system, power surges can destroy your equipment. The addition of surge protection for an HVAC system is worthwhile investment. It may cost you a few hundred dollars, but that is only a fraction of the cost you may incur for HVAC repair or replacement. It could limit the number of service calls you make each year.

Air conditioners aren’t cheap. If a power surge fries your AC, you may have to spend a huge sum of money to replace it. Given the fact that a power disturbance may strike at any time, homeowners would be wise to protect their investment.

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