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Old 07-20-2024, 06:35 PM
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The 4 things I did upon moving to the Villages ...
1. Install lightning rods on house.
2. Install a whole-house surge protector on main fuse panel.
3. Install individual surge protection outlet strips on all home electronics (TV, PC, etc)
4. Replaced the flexible, yellow gas lines in the attic (which are NOT lightning proof) with black iron piping.
I got a life insurance policy to help my wife out when I get by lightning while either golfing or swimming laps. This place is a lightning death trap if you enjoy doing outdoor activities in the afternoon and evening.