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Originally Posted by Stuart Zaikov
Learning that we are in the lightning capital of the US. Considering some sort of whole house surge protector and from lightning strikes. .
Seco Energy has what they call a surge mitigator at a rather expensive cost but it only protects against surges and no help to electronics or apparently from lightning.
Have now heard of whole house surge protectors but having a problem finding out info.
Any suggestions on how to protect our entire home from surge protectors and lightning strikes?
Thanks so much for your help.
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The SECO surge protector is definitely worth the money. When I was a newbie to TV, I went the electrician route and paid a lot more than the SECO equipment. Lightning Rods ARE also worth it. My house was hit a few years ago with no damage. A neighbors house was hit last year and had thousands of dollars worth of damage. She still has residual electrical problems. Thank goodness no fire occurred. I believe there are only 2 UL listed companies who do business in TV. This is VERY important. Do not contract with anyone who goes door to door. Do your own research by looking up contractors on the Underwriters Laboratory website. There are reports every year of homes damaged by lightning strikes in TV.