Whole-Home Surge Protection in Dallas, TX
Clements Electric installs whole-house surge protectors at the electrical panel in Dallas homes. A standard whole-house surge protector runs $350–$850 installed. Call (817) 803-4444 or book online.
Prefer a written estimate? Request one
What a Whole-House Surge Protector Does
It mounts at or in the main panel and limits voltage spikes, whether they come in on the utility service or start inside the house, by diverting the excess to ground. It does not make a house immune: no surge protector can promise protection from a direct lightning strike, and plug-in protectors at TVs and computers remain a sensible second layer.
The Code Now Requires One on New Services
Since the 2020 edition, the National Electrical Code (Section 230.67) has required a surge-protective device on the service of a home, including when the service equipment is replaced. So if you are replacing a panel in Dallas, surge protection is part of the job. Texas adopted the 2026 NEC on September 1, 2026.
Lightning and Power Lines
The National Weather Service warns that lightning can travel into a house through its electrical and phone wiring. A panel-mounted protector is the first point where a surge on the incoming service can be limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
$350–$850 installed for a standard whole-house unit at the panel. The panel type and how much room it has decide the price, which you get in writing first.
No surge protector can promise that. Whole-house protectors handle nearby lightning and utility surges. Protecting a building from direct strikes is a separate lightning protection system.
Yes, for sensitive electronics. The panel unit handles large surges at the service; a plug-in protector catches what remains at the device.
Most whole-house units have status lights. Check them after a storm; if the indicator shows the protection is spent, the unit or module needs replacing.
Other Services in Dallas
Whole House Surge Protection in Nearby Cities
Get Your Whole House Surge Protection Quote in Dallas
Fast response from local Dallas electricians. No obligation.
Licensed & Insured
Electrical Contractor TECL #40628, Master Electrician #214180
Veteran-Owned
Proudly serving since 1982
Same-Day Service
Mon–Fri · weekend emergencies
About This Service
Panel-mounted whole house surge protection for DFW homes, $350–$850 installed for a standard 80–120kA unit. Same-day installation available. Call 817-803-4444.
View General Whole House Surge Protection PageNeed Whole House Surge Protection in Dallas? Call Now.
Clements Electric has served Dallas and the surrounding area since 1982. Our licensed, insured electricians are standing by for same-day service, emergency repairs, and accurate quotes.
Prefer a written estimate? Request one