Lightning Ground Rod & LPS Inspections
Just had a strike near your property? Lender or insurance company asking for proof your lightning protection system is up to code? Selling a home and the buyer wants verification? You need a written, code-referenced inspection from a licensed electrician — not a handyman with a multimeter.
Lightning Ground Rod & System Inspection
Sparks Electrical Solutions performs lightning protection system inspections referencing NFPA 780 (LPS systems) and NEC Article 250 (service grounding). Our inspection covers every visible component — air terminals, down conductors, bonding, ground rods, and surge protection — tests ground resistance, and produces a written report your insurance carrier or buyer can sign off on.
We also handle post-strike inspections, where a structure has been hit and you need to confirm the LPS performed correctly (or identify what failed) before filing a claim or restoring power.
What's Included
- Full NFPA 780 visual inspection
- Ground rod resistance testing with clamp-on tester
- Inspection of all bonding connections
- Air terminal (lightning rod) condition assessment
- Down conductor continuity testing
- Surge protective device (SPD) status check
- Written report with photos, code references & recommendations
- Insurance- and lender-ready documentation
Licensed & Insured
All lighting installation work is performed by or under the direct supervision of a licensed Wisconsin master electrician. We pull all required permits and guarantee our work passes inspection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often should a lightning protection system be inspected?
NFPA 780 recommends a visual inspection annually and a full inspection (including resistance testing) every 3–5 years — or immediately after a known strike or major weather event.
My house was struck by lightning — do I need an inspection?
Yes, absolutely. Even if there's no visible damage, the strike may have degraded ground bonds, damaged surge protection devices, or compromised wiring. Most insurance carriers require a licensed electrician's inspection before paying a strike-related claim.
How much does an inspection cost?
Most residential inspections run $250–$450 depending on system size and location. Farm and commercial inspections are quoted by project.
Do you provide written documentation?
Yes — every inspection includes a multi-page written report with photographs, ground resistance readings, NFPA 780 / NEC code references, and a list of any recommended corrections.
Can you inspect a system I didn't install?
Absolutely. We inspect existing systems from any installer.
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