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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.
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Call Co-op Member Solutions at 1-800-698-2007 and ask about a discount when
purchasing both systems. Click here to receive a free brochure
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