Whole-home surge protection in Tampa
Plug-in strips only protect what's plugged into them. A whole-home surge protector at the panel guards everything wired in, including the AC, pool equipment and appliance control boards.
Signs you need it
- Electronics or appliances that failed after a storm
- AC or pool equipment boards replaced more than once
- Lights that flash or devices that reset during storms
- A new panel, generator or EV charger going in
Layers of protection
Panel surge protector
Installed at the main panel to clamp surges before they reach your circuits.
Meter-side protection
An additional device at the meter for homes with frequent strikes nearby.
Point-of-use
Quality plug-in protection for TVs, computers and networking gear behind the panel device.
Grounding check
A surge protector only works with good grounding, so it gets checked first.
What affects the price
- Device rating and type.
- Panel space or the need for an adjacent enclosure.
- Grounding and bonding corrections.
- Adding meter-side protection.
You get the price for your job before any work starts.
Lightning in Tampa Bay
Central Florida sees more lightning than almost anywhere in the U.S., and surges don't need a direct strike; a hit on a nearby line or transformer is enough. Current electrical code calls for surge protection whenever a home's service is replaced or upgraded, and it's an inexpensive add-on to any panel job.
Common questions
Does a surge protector stop a direct lightning strike?
Nothing fully protects against a direct strike. A whole-home device handles the much more common surges from nearby strikes and the utility.
How long does installation take?
Usually an hour or two at the panel.
Do I still need power strips?
For sensitive electronics, yes. Whole-home and point-of-use protection work together.
Do surge protectors wear out?
Yes. Most have an indicator light showing they're still protecting. Check it after big storms.
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Areas we serve
Surge protection across Tampa and these nearby communities: