Surge protection Glasgow

Surge Protection In Glasgow

Protect your valuable electronics, appliances and smart home devices from voltage spikes and lightning damage.

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Shield Your Home from Voltage Surges

A single lightning strike or grid surge can destroy thousands of pounds worth of electronics in seconds. We install professional surge protection devices that divert dangerous voltage spikes away from your circuits, protecting everything from your TV and computer to your boiler and EV charger. With Glasgow's increasing storm activity and the growing number of sensitive electronics in every home, surge protection is essential insurance for your electrical system.

Surge Protection Services

Whole-House Surge Protection

Install Type 1 or Type 2 surge protection devices at your consumer unit to protect every circuit in your home.

Equipment-Specific Protection

Dedicated surge protection for expensive equipment like heat pumps, EV chargers, solar inverters and home offices.

Lightning Protection Assessment

Assess your property's lightning risk and recommend appropriate protection levels based on location and exposure.

SPD Replacement & Upgrades

Replace expired or failed surge protection devices. Most SPDs last 5-10 years and need periodic testing.

Surge Monitoring

Install smart SPDs with surge event logging so you know when protection has activated and replacement is needed.

Commercial Surge Protection

Protect office equipment, servers, POS systems and industrial controls with graded surge protection systems.

Surge Protection Levels Explained

Type 1

Direct lightning strikes

Properties with external lightning rods or in exposed rural locations

£250 - £450

Type 2

Indirect lightning & switching

Most residential properties in Glasgow and suburban areas

£150 - £250

Type 3

Point-of-use protection

Individual devices like computers, TVs and home entertainment

£45 - £85 per device

What Surge Protection Saves

TVs and home cinema systems
Computers and laptops
Gaming consoles
Smart home devices and hubs
Boiler controls and thermostats
EV chargers
Solar inverters
Heat pump controllers
Kitchen appliances with electronics
Router and network equipment
Security systems and cameras
Medical equipment

Surge Protection Pricing

Type 2 SPD (Consumer Unit)£150 - £250
Type 1 SPD (High-Risk Property)£250 - £450
Type 1+2 Combined SPD£350 - £550
Equipment-Specific SPD (EV/Heat Pump)£195 - £350
SPD with Smart Monitoring£350 - £550
SPD Annual Test & Inspection£75

Prices include device, installation, testing, certification and VAT. Smart monitoring requires compatible consumer unit.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

A typical 3-bedroom house rewire takes 5 to 7 working days. Smaller properties may be completed in 3 to 4 days, while larger homes can take up to 10 days. We always work to minimise disruption and keep you informed at every stage.

In most cases, yes. Rewiring involves accessing walls, floors and ceilings throughout the property, and power will be turned off during working hours. We can discuss options if moving out is not possible, but we generally recommend temporary accommodation for comfort and safety.

Yes, all electrical work carried out by Rewire Solutions comes with the appropriate certification. Full rewires receive an Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC). Consumer unit upgrades, EICRs and safety work are all certificated to NICEIC standards, which you will receive in digital and paper format.

Yes, Rewire Solutions Ltd is a NICEIC Approved Contractor. This means our work is regularly assessed to the highest UK safety standards. You can verify our registration on the NICEIC website. Being NICEIC approved also means Part P compliance and certificate validity for landlords, insurers and homebuyers.

Absolutely. We cover the full Central Belt including Paisley, East Kilbride, Hamilton, Airdrie, Coatbridge, Cumbernauld, Stirling, Edinburgh and surrounding towns. If you are unsure whether we cover your area, give us a call and we will be happy to help.

The cost depends on the size of the property, the complexity of the work and the materials chosen. On average, a full rewire for a 3-bedroom house ranges from £3,500 to £6,500. We provide a free, no-obligation quote after assessing your property, with clear pricing and no hidden costs.

Yes. We are an OZEV-approved EV charge point installer. We install home EV chargers from leading brands, handle the grant application if eligible, and ensure full compliance with current regulations.

Protect Your Electronics Today

Surge protection installation across Glasgow. Protect everything from your TV to your EV charger.

Call 0141 374 2899