Stop Power Surges Before They Reach Electronics

Whole-home surge protection installed in Canton, Georgia to safeguard appliances, electronics, and electrical systems from voltage spikes.

A storm rolls through Canton, the power flickers, and when everything comes back on, your router is no longer working. Power surges caused by lightning strikes, utility switching, and grid fluctuations happen more often than most homeowners realize, and they can damage sensitive electronics before you notice anything is wrong. Whole-home surge protection is installed directly at your electrical panel and blocks voltage spikes before they reach outlets, appliances, and devices. TRU Lighting & Electrical Services installs surge protectors that cover your entire home, not just individual outlets.

This service installs a surge protection device at the main electrical panel, where it monitors incoming power and diverts excess voltage safely to the ground. It protects everything wired into your home, including HVAC systems, refrigerators, computers, smart home devices, and entertainment systems. Homeowners in Canton with multiple electronics or expensive appliances find this upgrade provides long-term value by reducing the risk of costly replacements. The device works quietly in the background and does not require any action from you once it is installed.

If you want to protect your home's electrical system and everything connected to it, contact TRU Lighting & Electrical Services in Canton to schedule a surge protection installation.

How Whole-Home Surge Protection Is Installed

Your electrician arrives in Canton, opens your electrical panel, and installs the surge protection device directly onto the bus bars or main breaker. The device is wired to divert excess voltage safely to the grounding system, and all connections are tightened and tested. The panel cover is reinstalled, and the system is verified to ensure it is responding correctly to incoming power.

Once the installation is complete, you will notice that your home continues to operate normally, but surges are being blocked at the source. Your appliances and electronics are no longer exposed to voltage spikes that can shorten their lifespan or cause immediate failure. If a surge occurs, the device absorbs or diverts the excess energy, and your equipment stays protected.

The installation includes selecting a surge protector rated for your panel size and home electrical load, ensuring proper grounding, and confirming compatibility with your existing system. Surge protectors do have a lifespan and may need replacement after absorbing multiple large surges, though most include indicator lights that signal when the unit is still functioning. This service does not include replacing damaged electronics or repairing appliances that were affected by surges before the protector was installed.

Most People Want To Know This First

Homeowners often ask how surge protection works, whether it replaces plug-in surge strips, and what it protects in their home.

What does whole-home surge protection cover?
It protects everything connected to your electrical system, including appliances, HVAC equipment, lighting, computers, and smart devices. The device is installed at the panel, so all circuits in your home are protected.
How is this different from plug-in surge protectors?
Plug-in surge protectors only cover devices plugged into them, and they are less effective against large surges. Whole-home surge protection works at the panel and covers your entire electrical system.
What causes power surges in Canton?
Power surges are caused by lightning strikes, utility grid switching, downed power lines, and large appliances cycling on and off. Even small surges that happen repeatedly can degrade electronics over time.
Why should I install this with a panel upgrade?
Panel upgrades provide an ideal opportunity to install surge protection because the panel is already open and the electrical system is being updated. Adding surge protection during a panel upgrade saves time and ensures your new system is fully protected.
When should I schedule this service?
You should schedule this service if you are upgrading your panel, adding expensive electronics or appliances, or if you have experienced equipment damage from past surges. It is a proactive upgrade that provides long-term protection.

TRU Lighting & Electrical Services installs whole-home surge protection throughout Canton with attention to panel compatibility, grounding, and long-term system protection. If you want to safeguard your appliances and electronics from voltage spikes, learn more about scheduling an installation.