Hurricanes, lightning and utility switching on the Gulf Coast send damaging spikes into home electrical systems. An EMP Shield is a whole-home protection device that MNE Electric installs at your electrical panel. It guards everything in the house against power surges, lightning, and electromagnetic pulse (EMP) events.
MNE Electric is an Authorized EMP Shield Reseller, so you get a genuine device and professional installation from one licensed local electrician.
What Is an EMP Shield?
EMP Shield is a panel-mounted surge protection device. According to the manufacturer, the home model (SP-120/240) protects against electromagnetic pulses (EMP E1, E2 and E3), coronal mass ejections (solar flares), lightning and other power surges. It works alongside your breakers to stop high-voltage spikes before they reach your appliances, HVAC equipment, electronics and smart-home devices.
EMP Shield Home Model Highlights
These details come from EMP Shield’s product literature for the SP-120/240:
- Military tested to MIL-STD-188-125-1, MIL-STD-464C, MIL-STD-461G and RS105
- Listed to UL 1449 (Intertek ETL listed)
- Response time under 1 nanosecond
- 114kA maximum surge per phase
- IP66 and NEMA 4 rated for outdoor use in extreme weather, which matters for coastal homes
- LED status lights so you can see the device is working
- Protects an entire home up to 10,000 square feet, including plugged-in appliances
- Manufacturer’s 100% lightning guarantee, backed by $25,000 in insurance should the device fail
Why Coastal Alabama Homes Need Extra Protection
Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Foley see frequent summer thunderstorms, tropical systems and power restorations after outages, and every one of those events can push a surge through your wiring. Today’s homes are full of microprocessor-controlled equipment, including HVAC controls, refrigerators, TVs, pool equipment, EV chargers and networking gear, and each of them can be damaged or shortened in life by repeated spikes. A whole-home device at the panel is the first line of defense.
Professional EMP Shield Installation
EMP Shield needs to be wired correctly to your breaker panel to work as designed. A licensed electrician from MNE Electric will:
- Inspect your panel, grounding and bonding
- Install the EMP Shield on dedicated breakers with short, code-compliant wiring
- Confirm both status lights are working before we leave
- Recommend point-of-use protection for especially sensitive equipment if needed
The EMP Shield home model starts at $399 for the device (manufacturer’s listed price). We’ll give you an installed price after a quick look at your panel.
EMP Shield vs. Standard Surge Protection
A standard whole-home surge protector is designed for everyday surges and lightning. EMP Shield adds military-tested protection against EMP and solar events on top of that surge protection. Not sure which is right for your home? See our whole-home surge protection page, or ask us during a free electrical inspection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an EMP Shield protect my home from?
An EMP Shield is a whole-home protection device we install at your electrical panel. According to the manufacturer, the home model (SP-120/240) protects against electromagnetic pulses (EMP E1, E2 and E3), solar flares, lightning and other power surges. It works alongside your breakers to stop high-voltage spikes before they reach your appliances, HVAC equipment, electronics and smart-home devices.
How much does an EMP Shield cost?
The EMP Shield home model starts at $399 for the device (manufacturer’s listed price). We’ll give you an installed price after a quick look at your panel.
What’s the difference between EMP Shield and a standard surge protector?
A standard whole-home surge protector is designed for everyday surges and lightning. EMP Shield adds military-tested protection against EMP and solar events on top of that surge protection. If you’re not sure which is right for your Gulf Shores, Orange Beach or Foley home, we can help you compare during a free electrical inspection.
How is EMP Shield installed?
EMP Shield needs to be wired correctly to your breaker panel to work as designed. A licensed electrician from MNE Electric will inspect your panel, grounding and bonding, install the device on dedicated breakers with short, code-compliant wiring, and confirm both status lights are working before we leave. MNE Electric is an Authorized EMP Shield Reseller, so you get a genuine device and professional installation from one local electrician.
Is there a warranty on EMP Shield?
The manufacturer offers a 100% lightning guarantee, backed by $25,000 in insurance should the device fail. We install EMP Shield for homes and rental properties throughout Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Foley and nearby Baldwin County communities. Call or text 251-205-2323 to schedule your installation.
Schedule Your EMP Shield Installation
MNE Electric installs EMP Shield for homes and rental properties throughout Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Foley and nearby Baldwin County communities. Call or text 251-205-2323 or contact us to schedule.