FAQs
How do lightning protection systems protect you from lightning?
Lightning protection systems safely take the lightning charge to the ground by rerouting the current from nonconducting parts of the structure. This allows the current to follow the path of least resistance and pass safely through the rod and its cables.
Can I install a lightning protection system on my property or do I need a professional installer?
Lightning protection systems should be installed by a professional installer who understands compliance and safety standards. At Pro Lightning Protection, our team of qualified lightning experts use UL-L listed materials that guarantee the installation(s) abide by the nationally recognized Safety Standards of UL, LPI and NFPA.
My structure is already grounded. Do I still need a lightning protection system?
Yes. Electrical grounding is not designed to handle a lightning strike, so a lightning protection system is installed to protect the innerworkings of the electrical system in your structure.
Do lightning protection systems really work?
Yes. Lightning protection systems are extremely effective in keeping structures safe from lightning strikes and are critical in protecting infrastructure. The NFPA has upheld a lightning protection Standard for over 100 years and continues to incorporate improvements in lightning protection technology with all new scientific findings.
When is the best time to have a lightning protection system installed?
The best time to install a lightning protection system is during initial construction. If coordinated in advance, we can present options to help conceal the system and provide suggestions to make it more aesthetically pleasing. However, lightning protection can be installed at any time for existing structures and new construction. At Pro Lightning Protection, our experts can provide design, specification, consultation and installation services to develop a plan that best fits your project requirements.
Can lightning protection systems prevent lightning from striking?
No. Nothing can prevent lightning from striking, but lightning protection systems intercept the lightning strike by rerouting and dissipating the current safely into the ground.