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whole house surge protector

Hi all-

I'm having some electrical work done on my house and my electrician is recommending that he install a whole house surge protector on the electrical panel.  This seems like a good idea, but I am wondering if I will experience any negative effects in terms of sound quality on my stereo system?  (I do currently have my audio system on a dedicated line.)

Thanks!

mcanaday
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rocray
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Absolutely a good investment.  No question.

dodgealum
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For years I have had an Environmental Potentials 2050 installed on my panel. Said to reduce any noise in the line and provide surge protection. Glad to hear about these other options.

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griptube
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Do it. I did it back in the 1990's plus an additional independent panel ground.

vinylvalet
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+1 EP 2050 & 2750.

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carlsbad
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Do your research.  the equipment isn't expensive and time to hook it up is not long.  Lots of homeowners install these themselves.  Be prepared to challenge the quote your electrician gives you (or thank him for a reasonable quote). --Jerry

 

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