Given the cost of losing a single major appliance or piece of equipment, whole home surge protection is remarkably affordable. It is one of the most common upgrades we suggest to residential customers.
Depending on the model selected and installation requirements of your home a home surge protector costs roughly $425-$700 depending on your home’s needs and existing electrical situation.
Bear in mind; you will need a minimum of two empty breaker slots available in your panel box and room to locate the surge protector immediately beside your electrical panel (rarely a problem). Additionally, if you home was built before 2008, you may need to upgrade your grounding system to include 2 ground rods as this is required by building code now. These items may increase the cost of installing Home Surge Protection on a case by case basis but it is still minor to the cost of replacing a major appliance or electronic device.