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Originally Posted by zcaveman
There are many businesses that sell lightening rod systems. Just make sure they are authorized. There are several posts that discuss the lightening rod installations.
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There are no "authorized" lightning protection system (or LPS, commonly called lightning rods) installers. In fact, LPS installers are not regulated by the county or state. Therefore, it is a buyer beware marketplace. However, if you do decide to install a LPS for peace of mind you should contract with a firm that is "listed" by Underwriters Laboratores (UL) and the Lightning Protection Institute (LPI). You can find the "listed" firms for Florida on the UL and LPI websites. Not all LPS installers found in the Yellow Pages are "listed" Some may even tell you they are but it is best to check. For more information on how to select a qualifed LPS installer see the POA Bulletin for July 2010, pages 9-10, that can be found on the Property Owners' Association website.