Surge protectors expand your outlet capacity, yes, but they also keep devices safe from power surges—so choose the right one. Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating ...

These systems will ensure the investment in surge protection works as intended. They also allow you a way to safely remove the SPD from the electrical distribution system, in the event of a failure.

Most surge protectors fail quietly. They don’t spark, smoke, or give you any dramatic warning. They simply stop protecting your devices – and you’d never know it. Nearly every home today has ...

Surge protectors stand between you and an electrical disaster. Power surges are more common than you may realize and if you have sensitive electrical equipment, it’s important to make sure it stays ...

With the colder months approaching, snow, ice and high winds can cause power outages and sudden voltage spikes. These surges are known to kill laptops, TVs, smart devices and even Wi-Fi routers in an ...

My understanding is that when you look at Power Surge Protectors, you look at the Clamping Voltage *first* - and only then the Joule rating. From a reputable UL certified company. I have a 3,000 Joule ...