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Questions tagged [lightning]

For questions about lightning protection such as lightning rod installation and electrical lightning protection.

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Should I ground outdoor speaker wire? If so, how?

[I’m not sure if this is the right place to ask or if I should ask over in the electrical SE but…] I have outdoor speakers in my backyard that are all connected via the same copper run (speaker wire 14/2 iirc), which comes into the house and…
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One of several recessed lights on a dimmer making a faint ringing noise

I have compatible, dimmable LED light bulbs for my recessed fixtures and they are the correct watts. However, when on, one of the recessed lights makes a distinct but faint ringing noise. This is the case in two separate rooms. Any idea what is…
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Lightning surge protection advice

The surge from a nearby lightning strike has resulted in multiple fried electronic devices at our house. Damaged items include a cable modem, 2 cable set top boxes, a cable amplifier, a WiFi router, 2 garage door opener circuit boards, a hot tub…
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What are the grounding/bonding requirements for outdoor-mounted power over Ethernet (PoE) security cameras?

I am planning a construction project; as part of it, I will install several security cameras mounted to the underside of my soffits. The cameras will be connected and powered via a wired network (Power over Ethernet / PoE). Do the cameras need to be…
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Reduce risk of harm from electric storm in hot tub in covered area

TL;DR we have a hot tub in a covered area outside and want to take measures to mitigate against harm to us or the electrics if a storm strikes us unawares. (We’d get straight out of course.) What measures can I take to reduce the risk of harm? More…
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Will a galvanized tin roof act as a ground for a magnetic rooftop antenna

I just installed a magnetic based antenna on my galvanized tin porch roof. Will the metal roof act as a ground for the antenna? I am unable to attach a ground block to the antenna cable, because the end is fed through a window and connected to…
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Does a lightning rod need a porcelain insulator when installed on a metal rooftop?

I am installing a conventional copper rod on the top of a metal roof top. I am concerned whether the roof top and the spike rod base are to be insulated with porcelain insulator? Scenario: When lightning strikes the spiked air rod, part of the…
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Surge Arrester/Surge Protection Device (SPD) Type 2 Installation and its external Short Circuit Protection Device

BACKGROUND I live in a small town where it is difficult to find certified electricians. In fact, electrician certification is not common for residential installations. I did find some experienced electricians but I don't think they are certified and…
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Does a lightning arrester considerably reduce the chance of a lightning bolt striking the trees?

We have two tall coconut trees at our residence. The trees are, unfortunately, very close to a neighbors house. There has been a recent case in our locality where a bolt of lightning struck a coconut tree and fried the electrical wiring and…
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How to replace a light bulb in ceiling light

So I have those lights out of which most lightbulbs burned down, thus I want to replace them. Problem is that I have no idea how to get to them, tried to pull down the entire thing - but that just pulls down the entire "socket", tried to pry the…
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Nonworking light begins working after lightning strike

We've had an electrical issue in one room where the outlets on two walls as well as the overhead light had quit working. Last night, we had a nearby lightning strike. It was so close that there was no time between the lightning and the thunder. This…
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What surge protector should be used for various home electronics/appliances?

A- How do I choose the right surge protector for a garage door opener? I recently experienced the effect of a power surge after a lightning and lost a few items. So my question is how to prevent another round. B- I read conflicting recommendations…
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The circuit breaker does not stay on after lightning!

After lightning, one of the circuit breakers does not stay on. The breaker is connected to 4 different sets of lights in living /dining room. All receptacle are working in that area (connected to different circuit breaker). I am not sure if…
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Wall outlet in house are burnt in wall

Wall outlet in house are burnt in wall. How do I fix it?
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Wiring with source at the box

I am an avid DIY guy. I have tackled many projects in my new home of three years. Just recently installed a new dome light in the center of my son's bedroom. So here's my issue. Originally there was a wall sconce style light on the wall. I removed…
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