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Understanding Surge Arrestors: One-Time Protectors for Electrical Safety

Blog PostBy JDD2017PAN6th February 2025

Understanding Surge Arrestors: One-Time Protectors for Electrical Safety In today’s day and age, we rely heavily on electronic devices, from smart TVs and computers to motors and washing machines. Our homes are filled with appliances that make life easier. However, these devices are vulnerable to sudden power surges that can cause irrevocable damage. This is…

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Planet Automation installed a new garage motor for me in April. Their quote was competitive and their service great. Most importantly, their after sales service is also fantastic as when I reported a funny sound when opening my garage recently, they did not hesitate to come out to investigate and adjust.
  
 
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Very pleasant expérience. I have been having issues with my gate motor for years. They came, saw and conquered. Will never use anyone else from now on. If you want peace of mind that the job wîl get done properly. Give them a call. They ll walk you through everything.
  
 
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Fantastic job done, ( 2 x Garage doors ) Highly recommended.
  
 
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Garage door motor failed in the closed position. Greg promptly sent a technician that resolved the issue promptly and efficiently. Thank you!
  
 
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Highly recommended Absolutely awesome company! I am very happy with the newly fitted garage motor. Their service is exceptional!
  
 
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Extremely professional service and very knowledgeable. Their responsiveness was timely and the work was done efficiently and to a very high quality. Highly recommend using them. A specific mention to Greg and Faldie for the great work.
  
 
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Excellent service!  Prompt, neat work and friendly, helpful staff!
  
 
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From the initial quotation to completing the job, the Planet Automation team were super professional and punctual. Will highly recommend them.
  
 
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Had an ant infestation in our driveway gate motor - called Planet and they sent someone around the next morning - problem solved within 48-hours. Excellent communication, extremely efficient, and they arrived when they said they would every time. Highly recommend.
  
 
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