Putting in the surge protection either at the meter or in the box in your garage is a smart move. I have the system installed in my home. However one should understand that the protection u get from the system is not from lightening hits, but rather it is intended to smooth out the current flow into your home. All of your appliances like a smooth flow of current to them and conversely they do not like to experience electrical surges in the line. These surges can occur because of nature or they can be man-made. The surpressors act like a sponge and smooth out these spikes in you electrical lines. By installing the protection you reduce the likelyhood of burning up a TV or motor in your home.
These surpressors are not designed to nullify a lightening strike and therefore if your home is getting hit by lightening, don't be in it.
Again, I would recommend the surpressors from either the electrical company or an electrician, but don't be fooled into thinking you now have lightening protection.
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