Two Stages of Surge Protection

Stage One

A meter-base protector is a high-energy surge protection device that is installed directly behind the electric meter at your home.  All power coming into your home runs through the meter-base protector, making it the first stage of protection against surges. 

Progress Energy's meter-base protector is capable of diverting the largest portion of any surge away from your home, which effectively protects major appliances such as air conditioning compressors, washers, dryers, and refrigerators from damaging surges.  

The monthly rental fee for the meter-base protector is just $5.95 (plus tax) with a one-time payment of $44.95 (plus tax) for installation.  The installation includes a free outdoor electrical grounding inspection and any necessary repairs.  

Stage Two  

While the meter-base protector offers protection from powerful surges, a small portion of a surges can still pass through interior wiring or enter through phone, satellite and cable lines, where it can damage sensitive electronics such as TVs, computers, DVD players, and more.  Our second stage of surge protection takes the form of premium plug-in protectors, which protect those sensitive electronics.  These plug-in protectors are up to six times stronger than some found in retail stores. 

Prices may vary depending on application. 

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Progress Energy created this video to help customers understand how surge protection works.

What is a surge?

Surges are split-second increases in electrical energy that travel along electrical, telephone and cable lines. Surges are most frequently caused by lightning - even lightning strikes that occur miles away. However, electric motors in major appliances and power tools can also cause power surges.