Take a look around your home—chances are, your computer, TV, and a few other electronics are plugged into power strips with built-in surge protection.
That’s a good start, but here’s the problem: most of your essential appliances and systems aren’t protected at all. What about your refrigerator, washing machine, central air conditioning system, or even your water heater? Odds are, they’re plugged straight into the wall—leaving them vulnerable every time there’s a power surge.
The truth is, point-of-use surge protectors can only do so much. If you want complete peace of mind, the best solution is whole-house surge protection.
What Is Whole-House Surge Protection?
Whole-house surge protectors are hardwired directly into your home’s electrical panel. Unlike a single surge protector strip that only protects the devices plugged into it, a whole-house system defends your entire electrical system—from your HVAC and kitchen appliances to your internet router and security system.
When a power surge hits—whether from a lightning strike, power grid disruption, or even a large appliance cycling on and off—this system intercepts the excess voltage before it reaches your outlets. That means your home’s electronics and wiring are safe, even from the kinds of internal surges that often go unnoticed but add up over time.
Why Are Power Surges So Dangerous?
You might think of surges as rare events tied to storms, but many power surges originate inside your home. Every time your air conditioner, dryer, or refrigerator kicks on, it can send a small surge back through your electrical system. These mini-surges might not fry your devices immediately, but over time, they cause wear and tear that shortens the lifespan of your electronics and appliances.
And when a major surge happens—such as from a nearby lightning strike or a transformer issue—unprotected outlets can spell disaster. These high-voltage events can destroy sensitive electronics in a split second, leaving you with costly replacements and potentially hazardous electrical damage.
What Does Whole-House Surge Protection Actually Do?
- Shields all outlets: Every plug in your home becomes protected, not just the ones with point-of-use strips.
- Guards against internal and external surges: Whether the surge comes from a lightning strike or your own air conditioner, the system has you covered.
- Protects your home’s wiring: By stopping surges at the electrical panel, your home's wiring and circuits are also shielded from harm.
- Blocks surges from cable and telephone lines: A quality surge protector can also guard against surges coming in from coaxial or phone lines.
- Increases home value: Buyers today value high-tech upgrades. Whole-house surge protection is an excellent selling point.
Why Choose All-Pro Electrical and Air Conditioning?
When it comes to something as important as your home’s electrical system, you want experienced professionals who use the best products on the market. That’s where All-Pro Electrical and Air Conditioning comes in.
We proudly offer whole-house surge protection services in Boca Raton, FL, and the surrounding areas, installing industry-leading equipment from ASCO® Power Technologies. Based in Clearwater, Florida, ASCO is a trusted name in surge protection for both residential and light industrial applications.
Our team will:
- Evaluate your current electrical panel
- Recommend the best surge protection solution for your home’s needs
- Provide expert installation to ensure reliable, long-lasting protection
Don’t Leave Your Home Vulnerable—Protect It Today
Power surges can strike at any time, and the damage they cause isn’t always immediately visible. Don’t wait for a costly incident to take action.
Call All-Pro Electrical and Air Conditioning at (561) 988-0460 today to schedule your whole-house surge protection service. Our team is here to help you safeguard your investment and give you the peace of mind that your home’s electrical system is fully protected—inside and out.
Before we get into all that, let’s start by explaining what makes a thermostat smart…
Programable thermostats (thermostats that can adjust the temperature based on a pre-set schedule), have been around, in one way or another, since 1906. So why is everyone, “all of a sudden” (for the past 10 years or so), talking about “smart” thermostats, and what’s so smart about them anyway?!
For a thermostat to be considered “smart”, it just has to be Wi-Fi enabled. The most basic models just allow you to remotely adjust the temperature with a smartphone app. This is great because it allows you to set the thermostat to your desired temperature before leaving work after a 12-hour shift or from the tarmac after a weeklong vacation, while maintaining an energy-saving temperature while you’re away.
The really smart ones “learn” your preferences and routine (mostly through motion sensors) and automatically adjust to an energy-saving temperature when you’re asleep or away. Higher end models use features like geofencing to achieve your desired temperature by the time you get home.
In summary, smart thermostats use motion sensors and geofencing to figure out when nobody is home, and automatically go into energy-saving mode when your house is empty. They also make it extremely easy to set up a sensible heating and cooling schedule. According to real-world data gathered by the EPA, smart thermostats (that meet Energy Star criteria) save users an average of 8% on their electric bills.
For comparison, setting your programable thermostat 7 to 10° higher for 8 hours a day will save you an average of 10% on your electric bill, according to data from the Department of Energy, but research shows that 40 to 70% of programmable thermostat users don’t take advantage of this feature, so they don’t realize the same real-world energy savings as smart thermostat users.
Bottom line, if your schedule is remarkably predictable and you (and everyone else that lives in your house) are really good about turning the thermostat up 7 to 10° when you’re not home (or you’ve programmed your thermostat to do so), if you’re home all day, so that turning the temperature up for 8 hours a day is not reasonable, or if your electric bill is already low, you may not see a huge saving. For the rest of us, a smart thermostat can easily pay for itself by significantly reducing your electric bill.
Other features that might make a smart thermostat a worthwhile investment for you include reports on how often your system runs, reminders to change your air filter, and remote temperature sensors that keep the right temperature, in the right room, at the right time. Some models even allow the utility company to control adjust your thermostat in exchange for discounts or incentives.
That said, some HVAC systems are designed to work better when they run constantly at a fixed temperature, so a smart thermostat may actually work against you, and not all smart thermostats work with all HVAC systems, so your best bet, if you live in Broward or Palm Beach County, is to call All-Pro Electrical and Air Conditioning at 561-988-0460 and let one of our heating and air conditioning specialists guide you towards the best solution for your HVAC system and your lifestyle.
If you own a home or business in South Florida, you know how important it is to have a dependable AC system, and a dependable HVAC contractor!
But not all HVAC contractors are created equal…
At All-Pro Electrical and Air Conditioning, our technicians are cross-trained in electrical and HVAC so, in addition to all the services you expect from a traditional HVAC contract, our technicians can repair or install ceiling and attic fans, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, indoor and outdoor lighting, circuit breakers, GFCI outlets, and much, much more – they can even install flat-screen TVs.
And because we believe in doing things right the first time, our trucks are fully stocked and ready to go so we can handle almost any electrical or air conditioning service in just one visit.
Best of all, our Electrical and HVAC Maintenance Plan members get:
- Preferred Pricing for Air Conditioning and Electrical installations, repairs & replacements
- All parts and labor warrantied for at least 5 years
- Lifetime warranties on all electrical upgrades
- Emergency service within 24 hours - with no overtime charges
- And 1 or 2 tune-ups/year – depending on which plan you choose
So, if you live in Broward or Palm Beach, do yourself a favor and keep our number handy because just one call to 561-988-0460 really does it all - at least when it comes to electrical and air conditioning repair, installation, and maintenance.
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All-Pro is excited to announce being chosen as the local independent Air Conditioning and Electrical contractor by Goodman® brand Air Conditioning and Heating for the upcoming production of 'Military Makeover with Montel' in Deerfield Beach, FL.
Bill Sylvia, President of All-Pro Electrical and Air Conditioning, is honored to have been chosen from the many Air Conditioning and Electrical companies here in South Florida.
"This really is a credit to us as a company and something that we are hugely proud of. We strive daily to be the 'best of the best' and Exceed Customer Expectations every day," said Bill.
We are delighted to have the opportunity to give back to a deserving veteran. Giving back seems all the more important during these unprecedented times. We are thankful to be able to to serve our community as essential workers during the pandemic.
We thank the brave men and women whose love of country and dedication to our freedom has earned them our undying gratitude and respect, and look forward to providing the HVAC and electrical install to this well-deserving veteran.
All-Pro Electrical and Air Conditioning
Donating the Electrical upgrades and the Air Conditioning installation
Goodman 'Made In The USA'
Donating the Air Conditioning System www.goodmanmfg.com
SQUARE D by Schneider Electric
Donating Electrical Panels and Breakers www.se.com
Military Makeover with Montel® offers hope and a helping hand here on the home front to members of our military and their loved ones. Airing on Lifetime® and on the American Forces Network, stay tuned for more details as All-Pro Electrical and Air Conditioning joins Military Makeover to change the living situation – and the life – of a deserving military family.
All-Pro Electrical and Air Conditioning is licensed and insured. You can trust All-Pro to perform top quality work, and we will stand behind it!
Unfortunately many people think they can save money by using unlicensed contractors.
Dangers of Hiring Unlicensed Contractors
Fines for the homeowner: Hiring an unlicensed contractor is a violation of Florida Statute 455.228 which can result in a civil penalty of up to $5,000 for the home or business owner, and you could be liable for the court costs on top of that.
Also, if an unlicensed contractor files bankruptcy or skips out while working on your home or business, you are responsible for all fines, unpaid bills to suppliers, and for the wages of employees who worked for the unlicensed contractor.
Poor qualifications: Unlicensed individuals have not demonstrated the education, insurance, or qualification required of a licensed contractor. This can leave you with poor quality work or unfinished projects, which means that you could spend more money hiring another contractor to repair or finish the project.
Possible criminal background: Unlicensed individuals frequently have criminal backgrounds that may include fraud, theft, violent crime, sexual offenses, and substance abuse.
Likelihood of becoming the victim of a scam: Unlicensed individuals often disappear after taking your money, leaving you with very few options to help you get your money back or your work completed.
No coverage under homeowner’s policy: Homeowner's insurance does not cover unlicensed contractors so the homeowner is held responsible for hiring an unlicensed contractor and is therefore accountable for any work associated with the contractor. If an unlicensed contractor's carelessness leads to injury or damage to you or your neighbor’s property, you will be held accountable.
Noncompliance with building codes: Most projects, even small ones, require permits and inspections that unlicensed contractors ignore or are unfamiliar with. If your project isn't permitted or doesn’t comply with the building code, you may have to remove or repair the work at your own expense and be subject to fines by local government.
Voided warranties: Installations performed by an unlicensed contractor void the manufacturer's warranty so you could be spending thousands of dollars on a unit that is not covered if it fails.
Hiring an unlicensed contractor is not worth the risk!
We are all busy carrying out tasks around the house, especially at this time of the year when we are ensuring that our homes are comfortable and welcoming, from inviting lighting to heating and cooling.
Indoor and Outdoor lighting creates ambience in and around our homes and businesses, the smooth running of the Air Conditioning is a must for family and friends to relax and enjoy the festive season.
The All-Pro Electrical and Air Conditioning team are here to assist you with any Electrical or Air Conditioning Repairs, Maintenance or Installations call 561 988 0460 or schedule an appointment online.