Surge Protection

If you are searching for surge protection in Gauteng, you are probably comparing two or three quotes and trying to work out which one is realistic. We price surge protection on the actual scope of the work — not on a guess over the phone — and everything we quote is itemised so you can see exactly what you are paying for.

Gauteng has one of the highest lightning-strike densities in the world, and load shedding switching events add further surges. A single surge can destroy a TV, fridge, inverter, aircon PCB and computer equipment in one moment.

We install layered protection: a Type 1/2 surge arrestor at the distribution board, Type 3 protection at sensitive equipment, and proper earthing — because surge protection without a good earth does very little.

Why surge protection matters

Getting surge protection right the first time protects both your equipment and your electricity bill. Poorly executed work draws more current, wears components prematurely and shortens the life of everything connected to it. Doing it correctly costs a little more on day one and considerably less over five years.

What’s included

DB board mounted surge arrestors
Point-of-use protection for electronics
Earth quality testing and improvement
Protection for aircon and inverter systems
Documentation for insurance purposes

Warning signs we look for on surge protection

Lights dimming or flickering when large appliances start
Earth leakage tripping and needing to be reset regularly
No valid Certificate of Compliance for the property
Warm, discoloured or buzzing switches, sockets or DB board
Sockets that only work intermittently or feel loose
Breakers tripping repeatedly or without an obvious cause

How we handle surge protection

1. Free assessment and written quote

We attend site, inspect what is actually there, and quote surge protection in writing with the parts, labour and any compliance work itemised. No deposit is required to get a price.

2. Scheduling that suits you

Once you approve the quote we book a slot — including after-hours and weekend work where a business cannot afford downtime — and confirm the arrival window by phone or WhatsApp the day before.

3. The work itself

A qualified technician carries out the surge protection to SANS standards using correctly rated materials. Drop sheets go down, the area is protected, and anything unexpected is raised with you before extra cost is incurred.

4. Testing, handover and paperwork

We test the completed work under load, walk you through what was done, and issue your invoice, warranty details and — where the job requires it — a Certificate of Compliance.

What affects the price of surge protection

Anyone quoting surge protection sight-unseen is guessing. These are the factors that genuinely move the number on our quotations:

Cable length, routing and whether chasing into walls is required
Single-phase versus three-phase supply and the rating of the circuit
Condition of the existing DB board and whether an upgrade is needed
Quality and rating of the protective devices and fittings specified
Whether a Certificate of Compliance forms part of the scope
Access, working at height, and whether the site must stay live

Our guarantee

We only fit components we are prepared to stand behind, which is why our return-to-site rate stays in the low single digits.

Recent project

A server and comms room in Turffontein needed surge protection handled properly after a poor previous experience. We assessed the site, quoted in writing, completed the work to SANS standards and handed over full documentation. Read the full Surge Protection for a server and comms room in Turffontein case study.

Surge Protection FAQs

Does a plug-in surge plug protect my house?

Only that one appliance, and only partially. Real protection starts at the distribution board.

How much does surge protection cost in Gauteng?

There is no single price — surge protection is quoted on scope. The assessment is free and the quotation is itemised, so you see the parts, the labour and any compliance work separately before you commit. Call 060 959 2231 and we will give you a realistic range over the phone, then confirm it on site.

How quickly can you attend?

We aim for same-day or next-day attendance across Gauteng for surge protection, and we run emergency call-outs after hours, over weekends and on public holidays. Booked installations are usually scheduled within a few working days.

Are your technicians qualified and insured?

Yes. Our teams are qualified, insured and, on the electrical side, registered to issue Certificates of Compliance. Our guarantee is written on the invoice, not implied verbally, so you always have something to hold us to.

Do you cover my area?

We cover the whole of Gauteng — Johannesburg, Pretoria, Centurion, Midrand, the East Rand, the West Rand and the Vaal — including estates and complexes where access has to be arranged with the HOA in advance.

Surge Protection across Gauteng

We carry out surge protection throughout Gauteng. These are our main service areas, each with its own local guide:

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