Whole House Surge Protection in Orange County, CA
Power surges can destroy your expensive electronics, appliances, and HVAC systems in an instant. O’Hagan Electric installs whole-house surge protection devices at your main electrical panel to shield everything in your home from both external surges (lightning, utility switching) and internal surges generated by your own appliances. Protect your Orange County home with a single device that guards every outlet, every circuit, every day.
Why Choose O'Hagan Electric for Surge Protection?
As of the 2023 NEC code cycle, whole-house surge protection is now required for new construction and major electrical upgrades. We install commercial-grade surge protection devices (SPDs) directly at your main panel, providing comprehensive protection that individual power strips simply can’t match. Our licensed electricians ensure proper installation with correct breaker sizing, grounding, and indicator light visibility so you always know your protection is active.
Our Surge Protection Services
Whole-House SPD Installation
We install Type 2 surge protection devices at your main electrical panel. These devices absorb and redirect dangerous voltage spikes before they reach your appliances, electronics, and sensitive equipment throughout your entire home.
Point-of-Use Protection
For critical equipment like home theaters, computer workstations, and medical devices, we add dedicated point-of-use surge protectors on specific circuits for an extra layer of defense.
Panel Grounding Verification
Surge protection only works with proper grounding. We verify your panel’s grounding system and upgrade it if necessary to ensure your SPD can effectively redirect surge energy.
Surge Protection for EV Chargers & Spas
High-value dedicated circuits for EV chargers, spas, and pool equipment benefit from additional surge protection. We protect these investments with properly rated SPDs.
How Surge Protection Installation Works
We make the process simple and stress-free:
- Panel Assessment — We inspect your electrical panel, verify grounding, and determine the best SPD for your home’s needs.
- Device Selection — We recommend a surge protector rated for your panel’s amperage with appropriate joule ratings and response times.
- Installation — We mount the SPD at your main panel, connect it to a dedicated two-pole breaker, and verify all connections.
- Testing & Verification — We confirm the indicator light is active, test the grounding path, and walk you through what the status lights mean.
Why Surge Protection Matters in Orange County
You might think surge protection is only about lightning strikes, but 80% of power surges originate inside your own home. Every time your AC compressor, refrigerator, or washing machine cycles on and off, it creates small surges that gradually degrade your electronics and appliances. In Orange County, where homes are packed with smart devices, EV chargers, and high-end appliances, whole-house surge protection is essential for preserving your investments and avoiding costly replacements.
