What Causes Power Surges?
Power surges are more common than most homeowners realize. They can be caused by lightning strikes (direct or nearby), utility grid switching and power restoration after outages, large appliances cycling on and off (HVAC units, refrigerators), downed power lines, and even internal wiring issues. While power strips offer some point-of-use protection, they can't protect your entire home. A whole-house surge protector, installed directly at your electrical panel, provides comprehensive protection for every outlet and hardwired appliance in your home.
How Whole-House Surge Protection Works
A whole-house surge protection device (SPD) is installed at your main electrical panel. It monitors the incoming power supply and diverts excess voltage to ground before it can reach your home's circuits. This protects everything connected to your electrical system — your HVAC equipment, refrigerator, washer and dryer, computers, TVs, gaming consoles, smart home devices, and more. Rick's Electric installs commercial-grade surge protection devices that meet current UL and NEC standards.
Affordable Peace of Mind
The cost of a whole-house surge protector is a fraction of what it would cost to replace even one major appliance or electronic system. When you consider that the average home experiences 20+ small surges per day (which gradually degrade electronics over time), surge protection is one of the smartest investments you can make for your home. Call Rick's Electric for a free estimate.
Service Areas
Rick's Electric provides surge protection services throughout Bucks County, including Levittown, Fairless Hills, Bristol, Bensalem, Langhorne, Yardley, Newtown, Morrisville, Croydon, Tullytown, Penndel, Hulmeville, Southampton, Warminster, Holland, Feasterville-Trevose, Richboro, Doylestown, Warrington, Chalfont, and the surrounding areas. No matter where you are in Bucks County, we're just a phone call away.
Get Your Free Estimate
Ready to get started? Call Rick's Electric at (215) 547-5495 or fill out our contact form for a free, no-obligation estimate. Rick Dooley personally handles every call and every job.