Frequently
Asked Questions:
Q.
Don’t Lightning Rods Actually Attract Lightning?
No.
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.
Q.
Our Building Is Grounded. Doesn't That
Protect Us?
No.
A house is grounded to assure the electrical system
works safely; however, this electrical ground is
not intended to prevent lightning damage. Lightning
systems have their own separate grounds.
Q.
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.
Q.
Don’t Our Trees Protect Our Building?
No.
Many times after trees are struck, the lightning
side flashes to the house.
Q.
The Building Next Door Has Rods, So I’m Protected.
No.
Per UL and NFPA Standards, lightning rods cannot
be further apart than 20 feet on any protected
structure. So, any object further than 10 feet
away from the protected structure, will be exposed
to a lightning strike.
Q.
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 and licensed technicians. A proper
system takes into account your home’s design,
construction, electrical components, soil conditions,
location and more.
Q.
Won’t It Ruin The Aesthetics Of Our Building?
No.
The system can be concealed within the walls during
the construction stage. For existing homes or businesses,
conductors can be semi-concealed.
Q.
I Have Surge Protectors Inside My Home. Will I still
Need Lightning Rods?
Yes.
Surge protectors only protect you from indirect
lightning strikes coming in on utility lines. Lightning
rods however, protect you from a direct lightning
strike and from those dangerous charges penetrating
through to the inside of the house.
