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Old 08-06-2021, 08:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Oneiric View Post
Our lightning rod system was put in by A-1 with a good surge protector on the electrical box. We also have small individual surge protectors on all of our electronics and appliances. Had a strike several years ago and had no damage to anything. Although we have a grounded gas line running through the attic, we felt the cost was worth avoiding any hassle/and or fire.
Our outdoor pool control box though, was toasted once by a ground strike near a neighbor, so make sure your pool electronics has its own separate grounding.
As stated, I am no expert. We do not have gas. I am not against gas, I prefer it for cooking, and water heating. However since we do not have basements. Since apparently it above your head in the attic. Add to that lightening. ?????????