Frequently Asked Questions

Do lightning rods attract lightning?

No; they do not attract lightning in the event of a strike a protection system simply creates a pre-determined path of low resistance to ground, facilitating a harmless discharge of the lightning strike.

Our home is grounded; doesn't that protect us?

No; a house may be grounded to assure electrical safety, however, grounding is not intended to prevent lightning damage.

Our antenna is grounded; doesn't that protect us?

No; an antenna is not designed to handle a lightning strike and instead, allows dangerous current to enter the home.

Don't trees protect our home?

No; many times after trees are struck, the lightning side flashes to the house.

Can't we install our own lightning protection?

No; an improperly installed system may be dangerous. Lightning protection is a very specialized industry requiring trained technicians. A proper system takes into account your homes design, construction, electrical components, soil condition, location and more.

Won't it ruin the aesthetics of our home?

No; the system can be concealed within the walls during the construction stage . For existing homes and structures, conductors can be semi-concealed.