Surge Protection Services in Montreal & Laval
You have spent thousands of dollars on your electrical and electronic devices. You certainly don’t want to see them damaged by a power surge! Our surge protection service allows you to guard against this eventuality.
Understanding the Threat
Causes and Effects of Power Surges
There are 2 types of surge that happen with residential electrical systems. Internal surges account for nearly half the electrical surcharges that can damage your electronic devices. They are caused by… the electronic devices themselves. The cumulative effect of these small internal surges is invisible until a device stops working properly.
External surges are caused by thunderstorms. It is not uncommon for them to occur in industrial sectors or cause localized outages. This type of power surge can seriously damage your electronics and appliances that do not have advanced protection.
Protect your Devices from Power Surges
Big G Electric offers a two-stage approach to surge protection and prevention.
Stage 1 – Primary Protection
A hard-wired surge protector is installed between your utility entry point and your home’s circuit breaker panel. This device allows for regular power levels to flow freely, but will prevent sudden, extreme power surges such as from a lightning strike from entering your home.
Stage 2 – Advanced Protection
A certified surge protection device is installed at the point of use, between the wall socket and your electronic device.
By using both primary and secondary protection in tandem, you can get up to 30% more life out of your electronic equipment.
Some Facts & Figures
Power surges are unfortunately a frequent phenomenon in the Montreal area. Knowing the facts helps protect your home.
2000 Surges
On average, your electrical system experiences 2000 surges per year.
20 Spikes a Day
The average home is hit with up to 20 spikes a day.
Over 1,000 Volts
A power surge that lasts less than 1/100th of a second can carry anywhere from ten volts to over one thousand, depending on the source.
Computers, Televisions, Tools etc.
Do not let electrical overload damage the devices you care about so much! Secure your home's ecosystem today.
Book AppointmentRequest a Callback
Leave your details and we'll get back to you shortly.