Don’t Get Zapped: A Homeowner’s Guide to Surge & Lightning Protection for Solar Installations
A common concern for solar owners is what happens during a storm. Solar panels are usually installed on rooftops, making them directly exposed to lightning activity. Even if a system is not hit directly, nearby strikes can induce damaging voltages. Surges can also travel through mains power lines and into your home, potentially frying your solar inverter—the brain and most expensive component of your system—along with other sensitive electronics.








