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After a lightning surge, an inspection should focus on your main service panel, any connected surge protection devices, and sensitive electronics. In Fort Collins, where lightning strikes can cause hidden damage, we recommend having a licensed electrician check for tripped breakers, burnt connections, and test outlets to ensure your home's electrical system is safe and functioning properly.

Yes, a thorough electrical inspection should identify signs of freeze damage, such as moisture ingress, corrosion on contacts, or cracked outlet housings. For Fort Collins homes, inspectors pay special attention to outdoor and garage outlets that are most vulnerable to winter weather, ensuring they are properly sealed, rated for wet locations, and safe to use.

Given Fort Collins' susceptibility to lightning, we recommend a professional electrical inspection of your surge protection systems every 1-2 years, or immediately after a major storm. This check ensures whole-house surge protectors at the panel are operational and that point-of-use protectors for valuable electronics haven't been degraded by repeated small surges.