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Old 07-23-2024, 08:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Altavia View Post
Good info and guidance, thanks for sharing!

I'll add surge protection is now required per the electrical code for new builds.

The manufacturer of CCST gas lines now recommend a LPS for lightening prone areas.
Hi Altavia, you are correct. A "form" of surge protection is currently required for new construction builds per the NEC Code in effect as of 1/1/24. Thus, we are using a smaller surge in construction called the BRPSurge made by Eaton.
This unit does not have the extensive warranty, like the Ultra does (Limited Lifetime $75,000 coverage in connected equipment). The BRPSurge is a 1 year warranty only. Thus, if anyone in new build homes in The Villages such as Lake Denham, Moultrie Creek, and previous Villages such as Citrus Grove, Hawkins, Cason Hammock, Hammock at Fenney, etc. These customers should highly consider getting the Ultra if they do not have any protection at all or if they are reaching just after their 1 year Villages warranty, to consider the installation to get the best coverage available.

- Casandra, Pike's Electric
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