Whole-Building Surge Protection in Burbank
In Burbank—home to Walt Disney Studios, Warner Bros., and family-friendly neighborhoods from Magnolia Park to the Rancho—the amount of sensitive electronics in a typical house has skyrocketed. From home theaters and editing bays to EV chargers and smart appliances, one voltage spike can mean costly downtime and repairs. Whole-building surge protection is a fast, affordable way to shield your entire electrical system. Shaffer Construction, Inc. designs and installs code-compliant surge protection systems tailored to Burbank's housing stock and utility conditions. We evaluate your panel, grounding, and high-value electronics, then install robust, UL-listed devices at the main service and key subpanels. Our half-day installs deliver long-term protection against utility switching events, brownouts, and everyday surges caused by large appliances and HVAC cycling.
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Surge Solutions for Tomorrow
We deploy UL 1449 4th Edition Type 1/Type 2 surge protective devices sized to your service and equipment profile. For homes with solar, EV chargers, or studio racks, we create layered protection—service-level SPDs plus targeted devices at subpanels or sensitive circuits. We verify short lead lengths to minimize let‑through voltage and use status indicators and audible alarms where helpful. When needed, we log power quality with professional instruments to capture transients and tailor the solution. Our installs can integrate with smart panels or provide dry contacts for remote monitoring.
Certified and Code-Compliant Installs
Shaffer Construction manages permits with the City of Burbank Building and Safety Division and installs per the California Electrical Code (CEC 2022, based on NEC), including Article 242 for surge protection and grounding requirements in Article 250. We select UL 1449-listed devices and follow manufacturer instructions for conductor sizing and torque specs. Labels, directories, and panel working clearances are verified for inspection. We coordinate with Burbank Water and Power when a meter pull is necessary and provide as-builts so homeowners and inspectors know exactly what’s been installed.
Expert Workmanship You Trust
Our licensed electricians use premium materials, including copper conductors, listed bonding clamps, and 5/8-inch copper-clad ground rods when required. We route SPD leads to maintain the shortest, straightest path and bond neutrals and grounds correctly per service versus subpanel rules. Outdoor panels get NEMA 3R-rated equipment. We torque to spec, document settings, and provide clear labeling for ease of maintenance. The result is a clean, robust installation built to withstand Burbank’s loads and protect the electronics you rely on daily.
Custom Protection Plan Design
Every home is different. We begin by identifying your high-value loads—home theater equipment near Riverside Drive, studio gear in Magnolia Park, or EV chargers in the Rancho—and confirm service size, available fault current, and existing grounding. We right-size SPDs (kA rating) for your panel and decide whether secondary devices are warranted at subpanels, HVAC disconnects, or PV inverters. If a grounding upgrade is needed, we integrate Ufer, water pipe bonding, or additional rods. Your plan is concise, code-compliant, and built around how you use your home.
What We Offer
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit in Burbank for a whole-house surge protector?+
Yes. The City of Burbank Building and Safety Division requires an electrical permit for installing a surge protective device at the service equipment. Shaffer Construction handles the application, coordinates any meter pull with Burbank Water and Power, and meets the inspector to streamline approval.
Will my power be off during installation, and for how long?+
Yes, we’ll de-energize the panel for a portion of the work. Most homes experience 60–90 minutes of power downtime during the half-day installation. We schedule around your availability and give a heads-up so you can plan for refrigerators, servers, or aquariums.
I have solar and a battery system—do I need additional surge protection?+
Often, yes. We recommend a service-level SPD plus targeted protection at the PV inverter and, in some cases, the battery/transfer equipment. This layered approach helps protect against surges from both the grid and internally generated transients when the system switches operating modes.
Does Burbank Water and Power cause surges?+
Burbank Water and Power runs a reliable grid, but normal operations—such as switching, faults, or outages—can create brief voltage transients. Inside your home, large loads like HVAC and pool equipment generate surges too. A whole-house SPD clamps these events to safer levels to protect sensitive electronics.
My home is older and may not be well grounded. Can you fix that?+
Absolutely. Surge protectors are most effective with a solid grounding system. We evaluate your grounding electrode system and upgrade as needed—adding ground rods, bonding the water service, and verifying connections to Ufer grounds—so your SPD performs at its best and meets code.
Whole-building surge protection is one of the smartest, most cost-effective electrical upgrades you can make in Burbank. Our end-to-end approach covers everything: assessment, right-sized equipment, grounding improvements, clean installation, and a smooth inspection. We tailor protection to your exact setup—whether that’s a studio-grade editing suite, EV charger, solar array, or a dream home theater—so the gear you love keeps performing flawlessly. Expect proactive communication, punctual arrival, and a tidy workspace when we’re done. We design for the long term, with layered protection where it matters and documentation you can keep for resale or insurance. Ready to protect your home from surges and power anomalies? Call or text Shaffer Construction, Inc. at (323) 642-8509 or email hello@shaffercon.com. We’ll get you a clear plan, a firm price, and a fast installation that secures your entire home’s electrical system.
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