Introduction: As a professional in the field of lightning protection, one question I frequently encounter is about lightning statistics and the vulnerability of one's home to lightning strikes. In this blog post, I want to shed light on the complexities [...]

Introduction: In a world where price often takes center stage, it's essential to recognize the significance of quality and comprehensive pricing. As a third-generation family business, we understand the importance of delivering exceptional value to our customers. In this blog [...]

Lightning strikes are a common occurrence, and their destructive power is not to be underestimated. They can cause significant damage to structures, electronics, and other equipment, not to mention the potential safety hazards they pose. That's why it's crucial to [...]

Climate change is expected to increase the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, and one of the consequences of this is a predicted increase in the volume of lightning in the US every year. Lightning strikes can be incredibly [...]

Lightning is one of the most powerful natural forces on earth, and it has been a subject of fascination and fear for centuries. The ancient Greeks and Romans worshiped Zeus and Jupiter as gods of thunder and lightning, while many [...]

One of the biggest things that we pride ourselves on is that we are a family owned company. My grandfather, Bob, was a born businessman. He was always eager to work. Always eager to provide for his family. For a [...]

I have noticed more and more homes in the Northeast are moving away from fossil fuels. New construction will have heat pumps instead of boilers. And now, Gov. Hochul of New York State has announced a statewide gas ban by [...]

Lightning protection is an important consideration for homes and buildings all year round, but in the winter months, it can become even more critical. With colder temperatures, snow, and ice, lightning protection systems are put to the test, and it's [...]

We at Associated hope you all have a great holiday weekend and enjoy the extra time with your family and friends. It feels like the last couple of years have completely flown by with the pandemic and the effect that [...]

One of the most common questions we receive is: "Doesn't lightning strike the tallest point? Why can't I just put one single lightning rod up on my chimney assuming the lightning will hit that?" Simply because Lightning doesn't always strike the [...]