Surge Protection

Meter-based home protection is just $5.95/month and installation is FREE! 

Sumter EMC offers surge protection solutions to help safeguard your home and electronic devices from sudden voltage spikes caused by lightning or other disruptions. Members can install meter-based surge protectors and are encouraged to use point-of-use protectors for sensitive electronics.

The meter-based surge protection only protects motor-driven appliances within the dwelling when a surge passes through the surge protector. Visit tesco-online.com to see a detailed list of items covered.

Surge Protection Claims

If you currently have a meter-based surge protector installed by Sumter EMC and are paying for this service on your account, and you wish to submit a claim, please click the button below to begin the claims process.

In your email, please include your name, service address, account number, and a brief overview of the damage. A member of the surge claims team will reach out to you to obtain additional information.

The meter-based surge protection does not prevent or protect from direct lightning strikes or electrical service interruptions. For this meter-based surge protection to be installed, the electrical service will be briefly interrupted.

A utility representative must determine that the proper external grounding system is in place before installing the surge protector. The meter-based surge protection shall be installed or removed only by a designated representative of Sumter EMC.

Sumter EMC also offers hard-wired pump protection for an additional $5.95/month. 

To request surge protection service, please click below.