Lightning Protection System Inspection

When your lightning protection system was designed, your lightning protection design engineer may have used the best materials and taken into consideration measures to prevent corrosion.  However, even the greatest lightning protection systems (LPS) requires routine maintenance and inspection.

Over time the system may get damaged due to corrosion, lightning strikes, extreme weather conditions, wear-and-tear and more.  Moreover the components of the system that were sturdy when the lightning protection system was installed, may not have corroded and the connections may have become loose.

Even the best lightning protection systems (LPS) requires regular maintenance and inspection, otherwise it will not effective.  Our recommendation is that all lightning protection system should be tested and inspected every year. Complete in-depth inspections for lightning protection systems should be done every 3 to 5 years.

Regular maintenance of lightning protection system can greatly reduce wear and strain. Furthermore, in order to remain consistent with design standards, both the physical and electrical features of a lightning protection system must be maintained.

All Lightning protection and surge checks are performed by our lightning protection system experts in accordance with all current industry regulations and guidelines.

Lightning Protection System Inspection & Maintenance Checklist

Inspections are typically performed to determine the following:

• The system is in fine working order.
• There are no loose connections, which could lead to high-resistance joints.
• No part of the system has been corroded and rusted.
• Down conductors and grounding electrodes are not broken.
• All cables and system components are firmly secured to their mounting surfaces (protected from inadvertent mechanical displacement).
• There have been no modifications or adjustments to the protected structure that would necessitate additional safeguards.
• Surge suppression (overvoltage) devices show no visible signs of harm.
• The system is fully compliant with the current edition of NFPA 780.

If an inspection shows there is corrosion, the lightning protection system is no longer effective and has loose connections. Gulf Coast Lightning Rods can assist. We are a leading lightning protection company providing services throughout throughout the state of Florida, entire South East, Gulf Coast and Atlantic Coast.

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Lightning Protection System Inspection & Maintenance Checklist

Inspections are typically performed to determine the following:

• The system is in fine working order.
• There are no loose connections, which could lead to high-resistance joints.
• No part of the system has been corroded and rusted.
• Down conductors and grounding electrodes are not broken.
• All cables and system components are firmly secured to their mounting surfaces (protected from inadvertent mechanical displacement).
• There have been no modifications or adjustments to the protected structure that would necessitate additional safeguards.
• Surge suppression (overvoltage) devices show no visible signs of harm.
• The system is fully compliant with the current edition of NFPA 780.

If an inspection shows there is corrosion, the lightning protection system is no longer effective and has loose connections. Gulf Coast Lightning Rods can assist. We are a leading lightning protection company providing services throughout throughout the state of Florida, entire South East, Gulf Coast and Atlantic Coast.

According to Lightning Protection Institute “LPI 175, NFPA 780 and UL 96A safety standards recommend periodic inspection of lightning protection systems to ensure safety, system continuity and proper maintenance. A maintenance inspection is especially important if modifications to your structure have occurred, including: renovations to roof, electrical system updates, satellite dish installations or HVAC alterations. Maintenance may also be needed if cable T.V. or telephone systems have been serviced in recent years. LPI-certified specialists can advise regarding maintenance plans and industry requirements to ensure the continued performance of your lightning protection system.”