Surge Protection - Frequently Asked Questions

Each year electrical power disturbances claim more than $26 billion in property damage, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. All appliances, including sensitive electronics, are subject to damaging power surges - very brief but extreme bursts of extra energy, which can be caused by things such as lightning, animals or birds on power lines, wind-blown limbs or downed poles. A high quality surge suppression system can provide protection for your home's appliances and electronics. We can help with the whole house surge protection program - now available from your Co-op.

What is Whole House Surge Protection?
Whole house surge protection starts with a visit from a qualified Co-op electrician to test and analyze your home's electrical grounding. If it's up to snuff, the Co-op will install the HomeShield(tm) powerline monitor and HomeGuard® Surge Protection kit.

This whole house surge protection provides your home with two levels of surge protection. First, the HomeShield blocks surges from entering your home with a special device installed by a qualified Co-op technician at your electric meter. This device protects your home and major "white" appliances, such as your refrigerator, air conditioner, dishwasher and washing machine/dryer.

Also, you'll receive four high-quality plug-in devices (HomeGuard Surge Protection kit) to provide a second level of protection for your television, computer and other sensitive electronic equipment. You'll get all this and a socket tester for just $450, including delivery and installation. Additional plug-in units are available.

It's Warranteed
The HomeShield comes with a 10-year product replacement warranty and the plug-in units come with a lifetime product replacement warranty. Both come with a manufacturer warranty that insures your appliances and electronic equipment from surge damage. For more information about warranty details, check out our list of Frequently Asked Questions or call 800-698-2007.

Uninterruptible Power Supply Also Available
Members investing in the whole house surge protection system can also purchase our Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) system that provides surge protection and regulates the flow of electricity to your most sensitive electronic equipment, such as computers or other microelectronic devices. In the event of a power outage, the UPS acts as a battery back-up, giving users between 5 to 15 minutes (depending on the computer electrical load) to shut down their system. Two units are available, starting at $129. Ask for details.