Is $544 to install a surge protector for HVAC a fair price?
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I have an 18-month-old heat pump HVAC unit that works well. During a recent maintenance visit, the technician suggested several items due to dust and slight damage to the electric board from power outages. We experience 1-2 power outages a year. I believe the surge protector is important due to upcoming winter storms in North California. The electric air filter also sounds like a possibility because of the significant dust observed, and I have allergies and asthma. I'm also concerned about the Dual Starter Capacitor, as the unit is only a year old, but there has been intense road work outside my house recently, which likely caused more dust than usual.
Quote Details
The technician suggested installing a surge protector for the HVAC unit. - Reason: Slight damage observed on the electric board, likely due to power outages. - Context: Homeowner experiences 1-2 power outages per year.
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Category
HVAC
Price
$544
Quote Date
October 23, 2025
Location
California
Fuel type
Electric
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