Residential Whole-Building Surge Protection in Santa Clarita
Protect your Santa Clarita home's electronics, HVAC, appliances, and smart systems from damaging power spikes with a professionally installed whole-house surge protector. From Valencia and Saugus to Canyon Country and Newhall, families rely on stable power for home offices, streaming, EV charging, and cooling through our hot summers. Shaffer Construction, Inc. designs and installs surge protection matched to your panel, solar array, and EV charger loads—often in a single half-day visit. We're local, familiar with HOA requirements, and we handle permitting with the City of Santa Clarita Building and Safety Division so you get clean, code-compliant protection without the hassle. Whether you're near Six Flags Magic Mountain, Bridgeport Lake, or Old Town Newhall, we'll help safeguard your home's investment and peace of mind.
Our Work
Benefits
Advanced, Future-Ready Protection
We specify UL 1449 Type 1 or Type 2 SPDs with kA ratings sized for your home’s service and electronics, including solar-ready models. Our designs favor short lead lengths and direct breaker connections for optimal clamping. For modern homes, we offer SPDs with status indicators, audible alarms, and dry contacts that can tie into smart panels or home automation. We also plan for future loads—additional EVs, battery storage, or mini-splits—so your protection scales as your needs grow.
Permit and Code Compliance
Shaffer Construction navigates the permitting process with the City of Santa Clarita and coordinates with Southern California Edison when service access is required. We install to the California Electrical Code, referencing NEC Article 242 (surge protection) and Article 250 (grounding and bonding), and use only UL 1449 4th Edition–listed devices. Our documentation supports HOA reviews and ensures your installation passes inspection smoothly the first time.
Expert Installers, Reliable Service
We use top-tier surge devices from leading manufacturers—Eaton, Siemens, Square D, and Leviton—paired with NEMA 3R/4X enclosures for outdoor panels. Grounding upgrades use listed rods and clamps with copper bonding conductors sized per code, typically #4–#6 AWG. Connections are torqued to manufacturer specifications, aluminum conductors get antioxidant when applicable, and we route SPD leads to be as short and straight as possible to maximize performance and longevity.
Customized System Design
Every home is different. We start with a load and equipment survey—HVAC tonnage, solar array size, inverter type, EV charger amperage, and sensitive electronics. We select the correct SPD type, kA rating, and breaker configuration for your panel and design grounding enhancements as needed. If you have HOA constraints, we lay out a discreet, code-compliant solution. You’ll receive a clear plan, material specs, and a firm schedule before work begins.
What We Offer
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need whole-house surge protection if I already use power strips?+
Yes. Point-of-use strips help at individual outlets but can’t clamp large surges entering at the service or traveling on multiple conductors (L-N, L-G, N-G). A panel-mounted SPD provides a first defense for the entire home, while strips offer secondary protection for sensitive devices. Together, they provide layered protection that’s more effective in Santa Clarita’s grid conditions.
Will a surge protector help with my solar panels and EV charger?+
Absolutely. Solar inverters and EV chargers can contribute to internal switching transients, and they’re also vulnerable to utility surges. We select SPDs compatible with solar backfeed and size them for your service and charger amperage. Proper placement and short lead lengths protect both your existing gear and future additions like a second EV or battery storage.
Is a permit required in Santa Clarita for installing a whole-house SPD?+
Most projects require an electrical permit through the City of Santa Clarita Building and Safety Division. We handle the application, schedule inspections, and coordinate with Southern California Edison if a service disconnect or meter pull is needed. Typical timeline is 1–3 weeks, and we plan the install accordingly to keep your project moving.
How long will the installation take and will my power be off?+
Most residential installations take two to four hours once permitted. We’ll need a brief outage to work safely inside the panel and verify grounding connections. We schedule at your convenience, keep the downtime as short as possible, and restore power after testing and labeling are complete.
What kind of surge device do you install and where does it go?+
We install UL 1449 Type 1 or Type 2 SPDs from major manufacturers, mounted at the main service panel and connected via a dedicated two-pole breaker or service-side lugs per listing. If you have subpanels (garage, ADU, pool equipment), we may recommend additional SPDs to prevent surges from propagating through branch circuits.
Will my HOA allow a surge protector on an exterior panel?+
Most HOAs approve SPDs when installations are neat and low-visibility. We provide product sheets, color-matched conduit, and tidy routing to meet aesthetic standards. If your HOA requires an architectural review, we’ll supply drawings and photos to streamline approval before work begins.
Whole-building surge protection is a small investment that safeguards everything depending on your panel—from your AC and refrigerator to smart home hubs and office equipment. Our end-to-end approach covers assessment, design, permitting, installation, testing, and inspection. We set expectations up front, minimize downtime the day of installation, and provide documentation for your records and HOA. You’ll know exactly what was installed, how it works, and how it protects your home. If you live in Valencia, Saugus, Newhall, or Canyon Country, we’re your local surge protection partner. Call or text Shaffer Construction, Inc. at (323) 642-8509 or email hello@shaffercon.com to schedule your assessment. We’ll right-size your protection for Santa Clarita’s grid conditions, solar and EV loads, and HOA guidelines—so you can enjoy reliable power through every heat wave and outage cycle.
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