People's Electric Cooperative (PEC) wants to help make your life better by offering PowerShield which consists of 2 levels of protection:
- At the meter base
- Within the home in order to provide the ultimate in protection.
The first line of defense against surges is a socket device installed at your meter base. This device is designed to reduce any potentially damaging external, highvoltage spikes and surges to a “safe” level before they enter your home via the power line.
Extra protection is provided by surge suppression devices installed at outlets within your home for sensitive electronic equipment. When installed properly, these devices will protect your equipment from surges through the electrical wiring, telephone lines and coaxial cable. Device warranties range from $250 to $50,000.
Equipment and warranty are provided by TESCO, a name trusted by cooperative customers throughout the United States. Protect your home through this program for $4.95 per month and a one time installation fee of $50, with a 60 month lease agreement. *During March, the $50 installation fee is discounted to $25. No deposit is required for current PEC consumers who have received service during the most recent 24 months and have established good credit with the cooperative. (For those who do not meet this criteria, there is a $100 refundable security deposit required to join the program.) The outside equipment remains the property of PEC; however, the devices inside the
home are yours to keep.
Power surges are sudden powerful increases in voltage that can damage or destroy household appliances and electronic equipment. While lightning is dramatic in effect, it is by no means the only cause of power surges. Birds, animals, and trees interfering with powerlines, auto accidents involing uitlity poles, refrigerators, vacuum cleaners, and many other factors can cause momentary surges.
Call us today at (580) 332-3031 for more information. 252500201