Why Your New Home Needs a Whole Home Surge Protector (and a Safety Check)

New homes may look great on the surface—but what’s behind the walls often tells a different story.

Builders often work fast, on budget, and with limited skilled labor. That means electrical systems are usually installed with the bare minimum to pass inspection—and not much more.

“Unfortunately, with the new homes, everything’s done on a budget. They don’t have the most highly skilled labor,” says Jeff Brandlin of Assurance Electrical Services.

“They cut corners—and you really only get what you’re paying for.”

That’s why we offer a free home safety check through our Meet Us Before You Need Us program—because safety isn’t something you should have to upgrade later.

While we always check smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, and outlet safety, we strongly recommend one key upgrade for every Prescott home: a whole-home surge protector.

What Is a Whole Home Surge Protector?

A whole-home surge protector is installed directly into your electrical panel. It shields your entire home from sudden voltage spikes caused by things like:

• Lightning strikes
• Power grid issues
• Downed utility lines
• Large appliance cycles
• Unexpected shutdowns or restarts

These surges can quietly destroy expensive electronics, HVAC units, and appliances and even fry your wiring over time.

Unlike small plug-in surge strips, a whole-home surge protector defends everything in the house at once and does it at the source.

Why New Homes Need Surge Protection, Too

You might think your new home is already protected. But in most cases, it isn’t.

“A lot of times it’s very cookie-cutter, and you get just the bare minimum with those new construction homes,” Jeff says.

Electrical panels might be clean and new, but they’re still vulnerable without surge protection.

And because modern homes are packed with electronics—from smart thermostats and LED lighting to energy-efficient appliances—damage from even one surge can be costly.

What Else Do We Check During a Free Safety Inspection

Our Meet Us Before You Need Us program includes a free whole-home safety check.

Here’s what we look for:

• Electrical panel quality and breaker load
• Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors (style, age, and type)
• GFCI outlets and outdoor safety devices
• Provisioning for future upgrades (are the correct wires in place?)
• Outlet safety and grounding
• Surge protection—do you have it, and is it working?

We’ll remove and inspect the detectors, checking for expiration dates and test placement. We’ll also make sure you have the right kind for fast—and slow-burning fires.

“Not all detectors are created equally,” Jeff explains.

“Some detectors can take minutes, if not hours, to detect a certain type of fire.”

That’s why we recommend dual-ionization detectors for more complete protection. And if yours are expired—or the wrong kind—we’ll let you know.

Why Surge Protectors Should Be Part of Every Home’s Safety Plan

Your appliances, HVAC system, TV, refrigerator, and computers run off your home’s electrical system.

Even a slight surge can shorten their lifespan, damage their internal parts, or knock them out completely.

A whole home surge protector is a small investment with big benefits:

• Protects every outlet, device, and appliance
• Helps extend the life of your electronics
• Reduces fire risk from overheated wiring
• Shields HVAC systems, garage door openers, and refrigerators
• Works automatically—no buttons or maintenance required

It’s a smart add-on for any home but especially critical for newer builds with high-tech systems.

Why Our Customers Trust Us with Their Home Safety

“I’m really passionate about doing the right thing and taking care of our customers,” Jeff says.

“So many electricians will go out and do the job. I think it’s very important to create a strong, trusting relationship.”

We don’t upsell. We don’t pressure. We explain, inspect, and ensure you feel confident before anything is installed or replaced.

That’s what Meet Us Before You Need Us is all about.

Schedule Your Free Home Safety Check Today

If your home is under 15 years old, it likely doesn’t have a whole-home surge protector, and it might also be missing proper smoke and CO detectors.

Let’s fix that before something happens. Call Assurance Electrical Services at 928-713-2177 or visit https://assuranceelectricalaz.com to schedule your free safety consultation today, and meet with us before you need us.