Licensed, Bonded, & Insured
ICC CERTIFIED #25-0696
Licensed, Bonded, & Insured
ICC CERTIFIED #25-0696
Hi-Lite Electric installs, services, and replaces whole-home surge protection devices at the electrical panel for residential and commercial clients throughout Bolingbrook. We are a family-owned contractor with deep roots in Will County, and we back every project with responsive service and the kind of accountability that keeps clients coming back.
When you reach out, we take the time to understand the scope of your project before moving forward, and in many cases an on-site visit is needed to properly assess your panel, existing surge protection, and the specific demands of your home or business. Once we have a clear picture, we provide a straightforward project quote with no guesswork. Scheduling is handled efficiently, our electricians arrive ready to work, and we leave the space clean when the project is done.
Bolingbrook’s housing mix tells an interesting story for anyone thinking about surge protection. Older subdivisions like Westbury and Whispering Hills still have homes with panels that were never designed with today’s electronics in mind, and even the newer two-story builds from the 1990s and 2000s were built long before smart home devices, EV chargers, and high-efficiency appliances became the norm. Whether you are protecting what you already have or planning future upgrades like a home EV charger, Hi-Lite is the kind of resource you want in your corner for the long haul.
A point-of-use power strip only protects the devices plugged directly into it, and most consumer-grade strips offer limited protection against larger surge events. A panel-level surge protection device intercepts excess voltage before it can travel through your entire electrical system, protecting appliances, HVAC equipment, and hardwired devices that a power strip cannot reach.
The most common triggers in this area are nearby lightning strikes and utility switching events, which occur when ComEd and other providers adjust load distribution across the grid. Internal surges from large appliances like air conditioners and sump pumps cycling on and off are also a contributing factor, especially in Bolingbrook homes where basement sump systems run frequently.
Project quotes vary based on your panel type, the device selected, and any additional work needed to properly install it, so we typically need to assess the setup before providing accurate figures. We price our work to reflect the quality, experience, and accountability we bring to every project.
Not always, but it depends on the condition and type of panel you have. Homes in older Bolingbrook subdivisions sometimes have Federal Pacific or Zinsco panels that warrant a closer look before adding any new devices, and an on-site assessment by one of our electricians will clarify what is needed.
Panel-level protection and point-of-use strips serve different purposes and work best together, but the panel device is the one that guards everything a strip cannot, including your HVAC system, refrigerator, washer and dryer, and any hardwired smart home equipment. Given how much technology is now built into the average Bolingbrook home, panel-level protection is a practical choice.
For most homes, the installation itself is completed in a relatively short visit once we have assessed the panel and confirmed the right device for your setup. We will give you a clearer timeline once we have reviewed your specific situation.
Every project Hi-Lite completes comes with a 90-day parts warranty and a 1-year labor warranty. Hi-Lite Electric is ICC Certified (No. 25-0696), licensed, bonded, and insured.
Whether you are adding panel-level surge protection for the first time, replacing an aging device, or just trying to figure out what makes sense for your situation, Hi-Lite Electric is available around the clock to answer questions and get your project moving. We are ICC Certified (No. 25-0696), licensed, bonded, and insured, and every project we complete is backed by a 90-day parts warranty and a 1-year labor warranty. Reach out and let us take a look at what you have.
On-Site Consultations
We are ready to head your way! Our flat-rate $85 on-site visit ensures an experienced Hi-Lite technician can review your existing electrical systems in-person and discuss your current goals.
Simply give us a call, book online, or contact us below and let us know what works best for you: