Reasons for Protection
The sole purpose of a Lightning Protection System is to intercept a lightning strike and direct the charge safely to ground. A properly installed system WILL prevent damage and destruction, injury or death as the strike quickly travels the path to ground.
Please note that a Lightning Protection System DOES NOT attract lightning. At the same time, a Lightning Protection System WILL NOT prevent lightning strikes from choosing your structure. By installing a system, you can eliminate fear and worry and replace it with security and peace of mind. You are providing a practical solution that will solve many potential problems.
For new construction, Lightning Protection Systems installed today are very modern in appearance and are hardly visible to most people. During the construction process, conductor cable and other system equipment are placed behind the walls, concealing the majority of the installation. The balance of the system for items such as slender air terminals and final ground connections, are only slightly noticable and would be considered unobtrusive in nature.
A Lightning Protection System that is properly installed will:
- Provide a place of safety during thunderstorms
- Is approximately 99% effective in preventing damage according to studies by Underwriters Laboratories
- Protects a homeowner from the inconvenience of replacing electronics or appliances and other potential repairs
- Replaces worry and stress and provides comfort and peace of mind