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Power surges typically occur due to electrical overloads; in most cases, they are caused by severe weather events. When they happen, you’ll likely lose power to your home, and in the process, your appliances and electronics could become damaged. Refer to the following information from professional electricians on what causes power surges and how to prevent them. 

Expert Electrician’s Guide to Power Surges

Why Do They Happen?

electricianA reason why power surges occasionally happen is when your circuit breaker becomes overloaded. This occurs when too many devices are plugged into the same circuit. You might also notice power surges when too many homes in your area pull electricity from the same plant. 

Lightning strikes during thunderstorms also cause power surges and are a particular threat to homes without grounded outlets. When lightning strikes your home, the current will travel into your electrical system rather than the earth. This means you’ll likely experience service disruptions of any electrically powered items in your home, including large appliances, electronics, and lighting fixtures. Thankfully, lightning strikes are rare. 

How Can You Protect Your Home?

Surge protectors will prevent your appliances, electronics, computers, and other electrical items from becoming damaged. If you don’t have surge protectors, get into the habit of unplugging large appliances and electronics during thunderstorms. It’s also a good idea to upgrade your circuit breakers, replace your wiring, and ground your outlets. In addition to protecting your property and saving money on repairs, you’ll also increase the safety of your home, since house fires or electrocution are sometimes the byproducts of power surges. 

 

 

Keep your home safely powered with services from Patnode Electric. For over 30 years, these electricians have provided new construction wiring, backup generators, lighting installations, upgrades, and repairs to clients throughout Willington, CT. Call (860) 429-3574 to schedule an appointment and request an estimate. Visit these electricians online to view a gallery of their work. 

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