🏠 How Vulnerable Is Your Halifax Home?

Take our 2-minute assessment to discover your lightning risk level

Question 1 of 8

When was your Halifax home built?

Before 1980
Likely has outdated electrical systems and grounding
High Risk
1980-2000
May have basic grounding but limited surge protection
Medium-High
2000-2015
Modern electrical but may lack comprehensive protection
Medium
After 2015
Recent construction with modern electrical standards
Lower Risk
Question 2 of 8

How close is your home to Halifax Harbor?

Less than 1km from harbor
Maximum salt-air corrosion risk
High Risk
1-3km from harbor
Moderate salt-air exposure
Medium Risk
3-5km from harbor
Some coastal influence
Lower Risk
More than 5km inland
Minimal salt-air impact
Low Risk
Question 3 of 8

Do you have professional surge protection installed?

Yes, whole-home system (Type 1 & 2)
Professional installation with layered protection
Protected
Panel-mounted surge protector only
Some protection but not comprehensive
Partial
Only plug-in surge protectors
Basic protection, vulnerable to major surges
Limited
No surge protection
Completely vulnerable to electrical damage
Unprotected
Question 4 of 8

How many sensitive electronics do you have?

Basic appliances only
Minimal electronic devices
Low Impact
Standard home electronics
TV, computer, basic smart devices
Medium Impact
Smart home setup
Multiple connected devices, smart appliances
High Impact
Tech-heavy household
Home office, gaming, smart everything
Critical Impact
Question 5 of 8

What's your electrical panel situation?

Fuse box or very old panel
Outdated electrical system
Urgent
Circuit breaker panel (pre-2000)
Older but functional system
Needs Update
Modern panel (2000+)
Current electrical standards
Good
Recently upgraded panel
Latest electrical code compliance
Excellent
Question 6 of 8

Have you experienced power issues during storms?

Yes, frequent outages and damage
History of storm-related electrical problems
Problem Area
Occasional outages, no damage
Some storm impact but manageable
Moderate
Rare issues
Generally stable power during storms
Stable
No storm-related problems
Reliable power even in bad weather
Excellent
Question 7 of 8

When was your electrical grounding last inspected?

Within the last year
Recently verified safe grounding system
Current
2-5 years ago
Somewhat recent inspection
Check Soon
More than 5 years ago
Overdue for grounding inspection
Overdue
Never / Don't know
Unknown grounding system condition
Unknown Risk
Question 8 of 8

What's your property's exposure level?

Hilltop or open area
High lightning strike probability
High Exposure
Suburban neighborhood
Moderate exposure with some shelter
Medium
Dense urban area
Buildings provide some protection
Sheltered
Valley or low-lying area
Natural protection from elevation
Protected
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Your Halifax Home Lightning Vulnerability Score

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