Protect Your Home with Surge Protectors by Atlanta Licensed Electricians
Date Published:
October 5, 2025
Power surges can strike in an instant—damaging appliances, frying electronics, and even creating fire hazards. In today's technology-driven homes, surge protection isn't a luxury—it's a necessity.
At Atlanta Master Electricians, we provide professional surge protector installation services for homeowners and businesses across Atlanta and surrounding areas. Whether you’re protecting a single device or your entire property, we offer solutions that are safe, reliable, and built to last.
What Is a Surge Protector?
A surge protector defends your electrical system from sudden voltage spikes. These surges can come from lightning strikes, power grid issues, or large appliances cycling on and off.
Without surge protection, you risk:
Destroyed TVs, computers, or smart devices
Damaged HVAC systems, washers, and refrigerators
Voided warranties on electronics
Fire risks from overheated wiring
Loss of important digital data
Our team installs whole-home surge protectors directly at your electrical panel for the most comprehensive defense available.
Why Choose Whole House Surge Protection?
While plug-in power strips offer basic protection, they only safeguard the items plugged into them. A whole house surge protector guards every circuit in your home—including hardwired systems like HVAC, appliances, and built-in lighting.
Benefits include:
Protection for every outlet and connected device
Defense against both internal and external surges
Compliance with the latest National Electrical Code (NEC)
Lower risk of insurance claims or electrical fires
Added value and safety for your home
We install units from trusted brands like Square D, Eaton, and Siemens—rated to block thousands of volts in under a nanosecond.
What Causes Power Surges?
Understanding surge sources helps homeowners realize why protection is so important:
Lightning strikes (even miles away)
Utility company switching or transformer issues
Downed power lines or accidents
Large appliances starting up (A/C units, refrigerators)
Backup generators or faulty wiring
While lightning is a common concern, 80% of surges start inside the home, from everyday appliance use. That’s why internal protection is just as critical.
Our Surge Protector Installation
Process
Our licensed electricians follow a thorough process to install protection that’s tailored to your electrical panel and usage needs.
Installation includes:
Inspecting your main panel’s compatibility
Choosing the right surge protector based on system load
Mounting the device near your main breaker
Wiring the unit into your electrical service panel
Verifying grounding and bonding compliance
Labeling and testing to confirm operational readiness
Installations typically take 1–2 hours and require minimal disruption to your power.
Visit our Surge Protection Service page for more information.
Should I Still Use Plug-In Surge Strips?
Yes—layered protection is best. Whole-house surge protectors stop most voltage spikes, but delicate electronics like TVs, routers, and computers benefit from additional defense.
We recommend:
Whole-home protection at the panel
Plug-in surge strips for media centers or home offices
GFCI protection in bathrooms, kitchens, and outdoor outlets
Surge protection for cable, phone, and data lines
Ask our team about bundling low-voltage protection during installation.
Surge Protection for Businesses
Commercial buildings often rely on expensive electronics, network servers, and large HVAC systems—all at risk during a surge event. We install panel-based surge protectors for:
Medical and dental offices
Retail and restaurants
Commercial kitchens
Server rooms and data centers
Warehouses and manufacturing spaces
Our Commercial Electrical Services in Atlanta cover surge protection as part of a complete electrical safety strategy.
How Often Should Surge Protectors Be Replaced?
Surge protectors don’t last forever. Most whole-house units are rated for 20,000+ surge events, but high-energy strikes can shorten their lifespan.
You should replace or inspect your surge protection if:
Your home has experienced a lightning strike
The device’s indicator light shows failure
The unit is over 5–7 years old
You’ve had a major electrical event or panel upgrade
Our electricians can inspect your current surge device and recommend an upgrade if needed.
Service Areas We Cover
We proudly install surge protection systems across Atlanta and nearby counties:
Fulton County – Atlanta, Roswell, Alpharetta, Sandy Springs, Buckhead, Johns Creek, Milton, Dunwoody Cobb County – Marietta, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Mableton, Acworth, Austell, East Cobb DeKalb County – Decatur, Brookhaven, Stone Mountain, Chamblee, Doraville, Avondale Estates Gwinnett County – Lawrenceville, Suwanee, Buford, Norcross, Lilburn, Snellville, Grayson, Dacula, Berkeley Lake Cherokee County – Canton, Woodstock, Ball Ground, Holly Springs Hall & Forsyth Counties – Cumming, Gainesville, Flowery Branch, Hoschton, Dawsonville
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a surge protector if I already have circuit breakers?
Yes. Breakers prevent overloads, not surges. Surge protectors absorb excess voltage from spikes and protect electronics, while breakers trip due to current overload.
Will a whole house surge protector stop lightning?
No device can fully protect against a direct lightning strike—but a quality surge protector greatly reduces the risk of downstream damage from nearby strikes.
How long does installation take?
Most installations take 1–2 hours. If your panel needs space or upgrades, we’ll advise you on the best options during the initial assessment.
Contact 470-556-0961 today to install whole-home surge protection that keeps your appliances, electronics, and home safe from unexpected electrical spikes.
