Why Install an HVAC Surge Protector?

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We are no strangers to power outages in MD. 

Lightning strikes and strong winds can destroy electricity infrastructure, and power companies often purposely cut service throughout the year as a safety precaution. 

Losing power in your Waldorf, MD, home is bad enough, but voltage spikes that may occur after the utility company restores electricity can be catastrophic. Excessive voltage can damage your electrical system, devices, and appliances. 

Mission Comfort can help you avoid a devastating power surge by installing a surge protector. We have years of experience in the home comfort industry, and our qualified technicians have equipped many residential homes and businesses with surge protection.

Our licensed and insured technicians provide heating and cooling services to homeowners in Waldorf, MD Call us today at 301.450.8414 for a free consultation.

How do Power Surges Occur?

A power spike may occur when the electric company moves service from one grid to another or restores electricity after an outage or brownout. 

Voltage fluctuations can occur within your home at any time of the year when appliances or your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment turn on and off. Overloading your electrical system and faulty wiring also may cause a power surge. 

How Does a Power Surge Affect Your Waldorf Home? 

A power surge can damage your devices, wires, and anything plugged into or directly wired into your electrical system.

Imagine losing your HVAC system in a split-second surge!

Repeated minor power spikes can chip away at your electrical system’s integrity or slowly damage electrical devices and appliances plugged into outlets, shortening their lifespans. Eventually, they may break down or malfunction, increasing fire risk. 

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports fire departments nationwide respond to approximately 46,700 electrical fires per year.

That does not mean a voltage spike will start a fire in your home, but surge-damaged wiring and electrical devices might. 

What is a Surge Protector?

A surge protector safeguards your electrical system from sudden and overwhelming voltage spikes or power surges. 

Our experts at Mission Comfort can recommend the best surge protector for your Waldorf, MD home. A surge protector prevents incoming or internal power surges from ruining your electrical system and devices. 

Adding surge protection offers these benefits:

  • Peace of mind: You can breathe easier knowing your valuable electronics, appliances, lighting, and HVAC will not succumb to a catastrophic and sudden voltage spike. 
  • Total protection: Unlike a power strip, which protects a handful of items, a surge protector shields your entire electrical system. 
  • Saves on repairs: A surge protector is cost-effective. The cost of repairing or replacing your damaged electrical panel, appliances, or HVAC system outweighs the cost of installing a surge protector. 

Protect Your Family and Valuable Possessions

Why risk your comfort and budget when you can safeguard your Waldorf, MD, home with surge protection? Let the qualified team at Mission Comfort help you choose a reliable surge protector and gain peace of mind knowing your HVAC equipment and delicate electrical devices are safe. Call us at 301.450.8414 or request service online.

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