Certified and Experienced Lightning Protection Contractors

Why Hiring Certified and Experienced Lightning Protection Contractors Is Best Practice

And Why UL-Listed Materials Matter for Your Safety

Protecting your home, business, farm, or industrial facility from lightning strikes is not something to take lightly. Lightning is one of the most powerful and destructive natural forces in the world, causing billions of dollars in property damage each year. A professionally designed and installed Lightning Protection System (LPS) reduces this risk dramatically—but the quality of that protection depends entirely on who installs it and what materials they use.

At WB Lightning Protection, we believe in doing the job right the first time. That means hiring certified and experienced contractors and using only UL-Listed, industry-recognized materials. Below is why these factors should matter to every property owner seeking long-term, code-compliant lightning protection.

1. Certification Ensures Knowledge, Training, and Compliance

Lightning protection is a specialized trade governed by national safety standards such as NFPA 780, UL 96A, and LPI-175. These codes exist to ensure every system is designed to safely route lightning energy away from your structure and into the ground.

Certified installers have undergone intensive training and testing to prove that they:

• Understand industry standards and best practices
• Follow proper installation techniques
• Use components correctly and efficiently
• Ensure your system passes third-party inspections
• Stay up-to-date with code changes and safety requirements

When you hire a certified lightning protection contractor, you are choosing someone with verified expertise—not just general electrical knowledge. This dramatically reduces the risk of improper installation, which can lead to catastrophic system failure during a lightning strike.

2. Experienced Contractors Provide Safer, More Effective Systems

Experience matters—especially when dealing with something as technical and unforgiving as lightning protection. A single mistake or an incorrectly bonded component can compromise the entire system.

Experienced lightning protection contractors bring:

• Decades of real-world installation knowledge
• Familiarity with various roof types, structural designs, and grounding conditions
• Accurate troubleshooting and system evaluation
• Expertise handling sensitive or complex applications such as metal roofs, historic properties, large commercial buildings, and industrial facilities
• The ability to work effectively with architects, project managers, and AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction)

At WB Lightning Protection, our team’s experience ensures that every component—from air terminals to bonding to ground electrodes—is installed correctly, securely, and in compliance with certification standards.

3. Reliable Contractors Protect Your Investment and Your Safety

Choosing a reputable and reliable contractor isn’t just about getting the job done—it’s about ensuring that your system will perform when you need it most. Reliable contractors:

• Communicate clearly and professionally
• Provide accurate estimates and transparent pricing
• Meet deadlines and project requirements
• Offer strong warranties and ongoing support
• Deliver systems that pass third-party certification and inspections

Lightning protection is not something you want to leave in the hands of inexperienced or unverified workers. A reliable contractor stands behind their work and ensures your system remains safe, functional, and compliant for the long term.

4. Why UL-Listed Materials Are the Only Materials You Should Use

UL (Underwriters Laboratories) is the global gold standard for electrical and safety certification. UL-Listed lightning protection materials have passed rigorous testing to ensure they meet strict safety, performance, and durability benchmarks.

Benefits of UL-Listed materials include:

Superior Quality and Durability

UL-Listed components (such as air terminals, conductors, grounding equipment, and bonding hardware) are built to withstand extreme environmental conditions and deliver reliable performance for decades.

Code Compliance

Building codes and industry standards often require UL-Listed materials for certification and inspection. Using non-listed or inferior materials may result in:

• System failure
• Voided insurance claims
• Failed inspections
• Safety hazards

Guaranteed System Integrity

A lightning protection system is only as strong as its weakest component. UL-Listed materials ensure every piece works together to safely handle the immense energy of a lightning strike—often exceeding 30 million volts.

Insurance Recognition

Many insurers prefer or require UL-Listed materials because they are proven to reduce risk, protect structures, and lower the likelihood of claims.

5. Peace of Mind Comes from Choosing the Right Professionals

When you hire certified, reliable, and experienced lightning protection contractors who use UL-Listed materials, you are ensuring that your property receives the highest level of protection available. You are also investing in long-term safety, code compliance, and risk reduction.

Lightning strikes are unpredictable—but your protection shouldn’t be.

At WB Lightning Protection, we provide high-quality installations backed by industry-leading materials, certified craftsmanship, and years of experience. Whether you’re protecting a home, a commercial building, a farm, a school, or an industrial facility, you can trust that our systems are designed to perform when it matters most.