Ligthning Protection

When it comes to protecting your commercial, industrial, or residential building in Florida, lightning and surge protection are paramount. Florida’s unique weather patterns make it particularly susceptible to frequent lightning strikes and electrical surges, posing significant risks to properties, occupants and business operations. At Intex, we understand the importance of safeguarding your property and its assets; ensuring the safety of personnel; and protecting the equipment inside to minimize business downtime.

Our comprehensive lightning and surge protection services are designed to provide the ultimate shield against these natural forces.

Florida is known as the “Lightning Capital of the United States” due to its high frequency of thunderstorms and lightning strikes. On average, the state experiences over 1.4 million lightning flashes per year, making it one of the most lightning-prone regions in the country.

We offer the following services to safeguard your property

Site Survey: Mitigate Lightning Strikes

Before implementing any protection measures, our experienced team conducts a thorough facility survey and visual inspection. By carefully assessing your building’s structure, we can identify potential vulnerabilities and recommend effective ways to mitigate lightning strikes. Our site survey encompasses various aspects, including structural lightning protection, bonding, grounding, and surge protection, ensuring a comprehensive approach to safeguarding your property.

Expert Installation Services: Nationwide Coverage

We pride ourselves on being a full-service lightning protection installation company with nationwide coverage. From coast-to-coast, our skilled professionals are well-equipped to handle lightning protection system installations for buildings of all sizes. Our systems are state-of-the-art and tailored to your specific needs.

Supervision Service: Ensuring Excellence

Apart from providing turnkey installations, we provide full-time supervision service for your convenience. Our team will be on-site, supporting your staff throughout the installation process. Your lightning protection system will be set up with precision and adherence to the highest standards, leaving no room for compromise in quality.

The consequences of lightning strikes on buildings can be severe and costly. Annually, lightning-related damages cost the United States billions of dollars. From structural damage and equipment failure to electrical system disruption, the financial impact of lightning strikes on commercial, industrial, and residential properties in Florida can be significant.

From designs to ongoing maintenance, Intex will help shield you from costly disasters.

Risk Assessment: Factoring Safety First

Understanding the potential risks posed by lightning strikes is crucial for effective protection. Our experts can conduct a comprehensive risk assessment for any facility or structure. We follow the guidelines set forth by reputable organizations such as UL (Underwriters Laboratories) and NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) to ensure the highest level of safety for your building.

Custom System Design: Tailored to Perfection

Each building is unique, and a one-size-fits-all approach to lightning protection simply won’t suffice. Our skilled team excels in designing customized lightning protection and grounding systems that adhere to all relevant codes and standards. With our expertise, you can be confident that your property is fortified against lightning-related damages.

Annual Inspections: Keeping Protection Intact

Maintenance is crucial for maintaining an effective lightning protection system. We recommend annual visual inspections to identify any wear, tear, or modifications needed to maintain optimal protection. Perform your annual inspection with us and we’ll make certain that your lightning protection system is in top-notch condition year after year.

Safety starts with quality materials and devices

Quality Material Sales: Components You Can Trust

For those seeking lightning protection and grounding components, Intex offers a complete line of UL-listed products. Our premium materials guarantee the highest level of reliability and performance, giving you peace of mind that your building is equipped with top-quality protection.

Surge Protection Devices: Shielding Against Surges

Lightning-induced electrical surges can be just as damaging as direct strikes. We offer Type 2 surge protection devices (SPDs) designed to mount on the load side of panels. These cutting-edge units are UL 1449 edition listed, providing robust protection against lightning and electrical surge events.

We take the safety and protection of your commercial, industrial, or residential building in Florida seriously. With our team of professionals your property will be shielded from the unpredictable forces of nature.

Safeguard your future with Intex’s lightning and surge protection services today.

Intex Builders, LLC, Tampa Bay Fla

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