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2 | Square D Home Surge Protection
Life Is On | Schneider Electric
Lightning storms get a bad rap for causing power surges, but did you know most surges actually
come from inside the home? 80% of residential surges are caused by devices you use every day,
including your hair dryer, your A/C unit and even garage door openers.
Every single time you turn on a high-powered device, it forms a mini-surge in your home’s electrical
circuitry that reduces the life expectancy of your appliances. Over time, these mini surges can
damage the circuit boards in appliances and electronics and may cause them to fail or not operate
properly – which could cost you thousands of dollars.
Electronics in your home that could be at risk include:
• Heating & Air Conditioning Units
• Televisions
• Computers
• Stereo & Entertainment Systems
• Refrigerators
• Microwaves
• Electric Ranges
• Dishwashers
• Washers & Dryers
80%
of residential surges
are caused by
devices you use
every day.