3 Methods You Can Protect Your Home and Family From Lightning!

Lightning is a naturally occurring electrostatic discharge during which two electrically charged regions, both in the atmosphere or with one on the ground1 min


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Lightning is a naturally occurring electrostatic discharge during which two electrically charged regions, both in the atmosphere or with one on the ground, temporarily neutralize themselves, causing the instantaneous release of an average of one gigajoule of energy.This discharge may produce a wide range of electromagnetic radiation, from heat created by the rapid movement of electrons, to brilliant flashes of visible light in the form of black-body radiation. Lightning causes thunder, a sound from the shock wave which develops as gases in the vicinity of the discharge experience a sudden increase in pressure.

 

When lightning strikes a house or other buildings, it can cause massive power surges, fires, and even electrocution of humans. Taking preventative measures like installing effective Lightning Protection System is necessary and will save significant money and provide human safety.

3 Methods To Keep Your House Protected From Lightning!

Surge Protection Devices (SPD)

Lightning is the most devastating source of a power surge, while other causes such utility switching, inductive loads, internally generated over voltages and short circuits can also reek havoc on electrical systems and electronics. An electrical surge is a rapid rise in voltage inside your system.Installing surge protection devices is a proven sub-system to any lightning or surge related defense. SPD’s diminish the significance of random high-energy, short-duration electrical power transients through properly installed surge protective devices.

Grounding/Earthing System

Grounding and Bonding is one of the most important safety procedures to reduce the potential for electrical shocks and fires. Any well designed lightning protection system begins with the installation of a stable, low resistance, and low impedance grounding system and bonding all electrically conductive surfaces together. This results in harmful electrical currents being safely redirected to earth and away from power, telephone lines, or data equipment.

 

Lightning Protection System

A properly installed lightning protection system (LPS) is over 99% effective in preventing damage associated with a lightning strike. Installation of an LPS is a tried and true protection method that has been used for more than a century. There are 3 specific types of lightning protection technologies available in the marketplace, providing specific benefits to every application.

 

Conclusion

You should take the necessary precautions to protect your home and family from being struck by lightning. 


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