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Title: New Research Report Exposes Deep Skepticism and Confusion Surrounding Whole-House Surge Protection Among Texas Homeowners

Austin, TX, United States, 15th Apr 2026 — US Infrastructure Insights, a leading residential infrastructure research firm, today released a comprehensive analysis titled "Whole-House Surge Protection Homeowner Research Report." The study identifies a significant "skepticism gap" where homeowners remain unconvinced of the technology’s value, often labeling it "snake oil" or "an expensive box that might do nothing."The report, which analyzed homeowner communities between 2023 and 2026, highlights that while the 2020 NEC (National Electrical Code) now requires surge protection for new services, consumers are drowning in conflicting information. To address this, Frisco-based ABR Electric is spotlighting the Vortex by PSP, a high-performance surge protective device (SPD) designed to survive the brutal North Texas storm season.The "Snake Oil" Barrier and Realistic ExpectationsThe number one pain point identified is fundamental doubt regarding effectiveness. Many homeowners express "distrust and cynicism" after hearing stories of devices failing to stop catastrophic damage from direct lightning strikes."A surge protector or any electronic device will not be 100 percent safe against things like lightning. When we talk about lightning, we’re talking about God territory," says James Adams, Master Electrician at ABR Electric. "It helps, but it’s not a guarantee. But if you live in the southern states—Texas, Louisiana on over to Florida—you’re going to have lightning a boatload. You want to have a good quality surge protector. Otherwise, you will lose stuff every storm season."The Vortex Advantage: "As Close as You Can Get"The research found that homeowners are frustrated by "price shock" and the complexity of installation. ABR Electric advocates for the Vortex by PSP, noting its u...

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