Dayton, Columbus, Cincinnati, Ohio Valley Lightning Protection, certified systems

Why you should protect your home:

Lightning protection system properly installed according to the latest codes and standards is over 99% effective in preventing lightning damage.
When you're inside a protected home, you can enjoy peace of mind and security during thunderstorms.
Lightning protection systems are recommended by third-party authorities such as insurance companies, architects and engineers, safety consultants, etc.
A properly installed lightning protection system with secondary surge suppression will completely eliminate nuisance damage to sensitive electronic TV, stereo, surveillance and alarm equipment inside a home
A properly installed protection system is a one-time investment and should be periodically inspected.
Residential lightning protection is unobtrusive and can either be semi-concealed on the exterior or concealed inside during construction
All homeowner insurance policies now include deductible, paid by the owner, on first dollar loss. Nuisance claims and lightning losses invoking the deductible can virtually be eliminated for you.
Lightning is the leading cause of fires in suburban and rural areas
More people are killed by lightning than by tornadoes, hurricanes and floods combined
On the average, lighting will strike more than 60 times per year within a quarter mile of your front door.
Not only is your structural home protected from lightning damage but your valuable possessions, heirlooms and furnishings are completely safe during thunderstorms.

What Does A Lighting Protection System Look Like?

Lightning Protection Key

Minimum of two ground rods (electrodes) at least 10 feet deep.
Down conductors
Connect gutters or other grounded metals as required
Air terminal (lightning rods) located within two feet of outside corners of chimney
Antenna mast connected to roof conductor
Air terminals (lightning rods) spaced 20 feet apart along ridges and within two feet of ridge ends
Dormers protected
Roof projections such as weather vanes or satellite dishes should be connected to lightning protection system
Surge protection devices installed at main electrical panel or meter
Surge protection devices installed at electronics in house