We are a family-owned and operated business that designs and installs structural lightning protection and defense and surge suppression components! Are you interested in protecting your home or business from the devastating effects of lightning strikes? Let us install a lightning defense system on your home, farm, office or any other structure and give you peace of mind at last. Since 1972 we have been providing professional lightning protection and lightning rod installation to homeowners, farmers and business owners all over the Eastern United States. Installing lightning protection on residential and commercial structures with 3 generations of experience, all of our lightning defense systems fully comply with all Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., National Fire Protection Association and Lightning Protection Institute Standards. Call us today!
"Lightning Defense, LLC Came as scheduled and explained the job. Reasonable priced."
Alice M on August 2020
We are a family-owned and operated business that designs and installs structural lightning protection and defense and surge suppression components! Are you interested in protecting your home or business from the devastating effects of lightning strikes? Let us install a lightning defense system on your home, farm, office or any other structure and give you peace of mind at last. Since 1972 we have been providing professional lightning protection and lightning rod installation to homeowners, farmers and business owners all over the Eastern United States. Installing lightning protection on residential and commercial structures with 3 generations of experience, all of our lightning defense systems fully comply with all Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., National Fire Protection Association and Lightning Protection Institute Standards. Call us today!
"Lightning Defense, LLC Came as scheduled and explained the job. Reasonable priced."
Alice M on August 2020
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. . We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Excellent price, work, communication for a lightning rod system for our home. Highly recommend! "
Karen C on June 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. . We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Excellent price, work, communication for a lightning rod system for our home. Highly recommend! "
Karen C on June 2025
WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **
"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."
Jennifer B on October 2024
WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **
"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."
Jennifer B on October 2024
We offer over 28 year's of experience in the electrical Service industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include small jobs and big jobs, installation for additions and remodels as well as generator installs. We also do complete service wiring and panel upgrades along with a variety of other jobs. We take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. We are committed to providing a personalized Service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and Guarantee your Satisfaction.
"Great service and price"
Jonathan R on May 2024
We offer over 28 year's of experience in the electrical Service industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include small jobs and big jobs, installation for additions and remodels as well as generator installs. We also do complete service wiring and panel upgrades along with a variety of other jobs. We take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. We are committed to providing a personalized Service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and Guarantee your Satisfaction.
"Great service and price"
Jonathan R on May 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Great job on installing my lightning ⚡️ protection system great price and we could not be more satisfied with the system looks great thank u again Peter!!"
mary h on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Great job on installing my lightning ⚡️ protection system great price and we could not be more satisfied with the system looks great thank u again Peter!!"
mary h on May 2025
Anthony's has been Family Owned and Operated for over 34 years! We pride ourselves on being an Honest, Professional Company with Friendly Technicians and Staff ready to assist you with Same Day Service 24/ 7/ 365. We Maintain, Service, and Install all HVAC makes and models for both Residential and Commercial clients in Sarasota, Manatee, and Southern Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties. We repair and replace Air conditioners, Heat pumps, Heating units, and Duct work. Anthony's is also available to take care of your Electrical, Air Quality, Insulation, and Home Intelligence needs too. Call us to experience why we are Google Guaranteed, A+ Rated by the BBB, Elite Service Rated on Home Advisor, Super Service Rated on Angie's List, Manatee County's Small Business of the Year, The SUN Reader's Choice Award 6x, and American Standards #1 Dealer in the Southeast USA! We look forward to serving you so that you can become one of our Coolest Customers!
"Kathy and I are very pleased with the installation of our cooling/heating system. Noel was very knowledgeable, professional, and answered all of our questions. Yohan, his assistant, worked well with Noel. The installation was completed without any problems. It has been two weeks, and we are happy we chose Anthony's Cooling!"
Kathleen B on January 2025
Anthony's has been Family Owned and Operated for over 34 years! We pride ourselves on being an Honest, Professional Company with Friendly Technicians and Staff ready to assist you with Same Day Service 24/ 7/ 365. We Maintain, Service, and Install all HVAC makes and models for both Residential and Commercial clients in Sarasota, Manatee, and Southern Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties. We repair and replace Air conditioners, Heat pumps, Heating units, and Duct work. Anthony's is also available to take care of your Electrical, Air Quality, Insulation, and Home Intelligence needs too. Call us to experience why we are Google Guaranteed, A+ Rated by the BBB, Elite Service Rated on Home Advisor, Super Service Rated on Angie's List, Manatee County's Small Business of the Year, The SUN Reader's Choice Award 6x, and American Standards #1 Dealer in the Southeast USA! We look forward to serving you so that you can become one of our Coolest Customers!
"Kathy and I are very pleased with the installation of our cooling/heating system. Noel was very knowledgeable, professional, and answered all of our questions. Yohan, his assistant, worked well with Noel. The installation was completed without any problems. It has been two weeks, and we are happy we chose Anthony's Cooling!"
Kathleen B on January 2025
IERNA's Heating & Cooling is a local; full-service air conditioning, heating and plumbing contractor since 2003. Through hard work and dedication to our employees, our customers and our community; IERNA's has continued to grown year after year. We now employee nearly 100 team members with more than 50 trucks on the road. This gives us the ability to provide our customers in the Tampa Bay Area with the Prompt, Professional and Courteous HVAC and Plumbing Services they expect and deserve. IERNA's mission is to be the Tampa Bay areas premier Home Services provider that far exceeds the expectations of our customers setting the bar for others to follow. Our certified pros are trained, experienced and licensed to install, repair and service & maintain ALL MAKES and MODELS of ac and plumbing equipment. For more information about IERNA's Heating & Cooling please visit www.iernaair.com or call 813-948-6355.
IERNA's Heating & Cooling is a local; full-service air conditioning, heating and plumbing contractor since 2003. Through hard work and dedication to our employees, our customers and our community; IERNA's has continued to grown year after year. We now employee nearly 100 team members with more than 50 trucks on the road. This gives us the ability to provide our customers in the Tampa Bay Area with the Prompt, Professional and Courteous HVAC and Plumbing Services they expect and deserve. IERNA's mission is to be the Tampa Bay areas premier Home Services provider that far exceeds the expectations of our customers setting the bar for others to follow. Our certified pros are trained, experienced and licensed to install, repair and service & maintain ALL MAKES and MODELS of ac and plumbing equipment. For more information about IERNA's Heating & Cooling please visit www.iernaair.com or call 813-948-6355.
COURTESY ELECTRIC is a full-service electrical contractor that provides all of your electrical and lighting needs. We offer exceptional services at competitive prices. Call us today! (727) 687 - 7999
"Excellent!"
Bonnie S on November 2024
COURTESY ELECTRIC is a full-service electrical contractor that provides all of your electrical and lighting needs. We offer exceptional services at competitive prices. Call us today! (727) 687 - 7999
"Excellent!"
Bonnie S on November 2024
Since 2001, HomeSmart has been installing custom electronics. We are Custom Entertainment Engineers. Our specialty is Flat Panel TV installations and Surveillance camera Systems. We love fully automated Smart Homes- Control lights, thermostats, music, almost everything from your 'Smart' phone, table, PC or MAC. We also work on gate operators, POS systems, lighting control systems...anything electronic. The more custom the better. On the business front. We have an outstanding Cloud Based PABX VOIP phone systems available. Authorized dealer for SONOS, Samsung, Sony, Denon, Yamaha, Marantz, Clearview CCTV, HAI, and many more.
"It went well overall.So well I had them come back and install Vista landscaping lights!"
Bonnie K on April 2020
Since 2001, HomeSmart has been installing custom electronics. We are Custom Entertainment Engineers. Our specialty is Flat Panel TV installations and Surveillance camera Systems. We love fully automated Smart Homes- Control lights, thermostats, music, almost everything from your 'Smart' phone, table, PC or MAC. We also work on gate operators, POS systems, lighting control systems...anything electronic. The more custom the better. On the business front. We have an outstanding Cloud Based PABX VOIP phone systems available. Authorized dealer for SONOS, Samsung, Sony, Denon, Yamaha, Marantz, Clearview CCTV, HAI, and many more.
"It went well overall.So well I had them come back and install Vista landscaping lights!"
Bonnie K on April 2020
Looking for reliable electrical services in South Florida? Look no further! J & J Telecom & Electric is here to assist you with all your electrical needs. Contact us today for a free estimate!
"The electrician team came in and diagnose the problem upon doing some investigation. Soon after they promptly provided a reasonable quote. After they received.thengonahead , they quickly got to work on the project and did a fantastic professional job. I am happy with the work they performed and exhibited a high level of professionalism. Great job! Thank you!"
Oscar K on January 2025
Looking for reliable electrical services in South Florida? Look no further! J & J Telecom & Electric is here to assist you with all your electrical needs. Contact us today for a free estimate!
"The electrician team came in and diagnose the problem upon doing some investigation. Soon after they promptly provided a reasonable quote. After they received.thengonahead , they quickly got to work on the project and did a fantastic professional job. I am happy with the work they performed and exhibited a high level of professionalism. Great job! Thank you!"
Oscar K on January 2025
The main drawbacks of lightning protection systems are upkeep and appearance. The system needs routine cleaning and professional inspections; skip them, and the rods might fail when you need them most. Over time, those visits add a little extra cost and effort. Some homeowners also dislike the look of metal rods or cables along the roofline. If aesthetics worry you, ask your installer about lower-profile hardware or ways to blend the components into your roof.
No, the copper in lightning rods does not attract lightning. Instead, lightning targets the highest nearby point, not the metal itself. Copper is simply a superior conductor, which is why pros use it. When a bolt hits the rod, the copper safely channels the charge through the grounding cable and into the earth, sparing your home. Choosing copper doesn’t draw more strikes—it just handles them better.
Rod count depends on your home’s size and the system you choose. A 3,000-square-foot house needs six to eight copper or aluminum rods for full coverage, while a single ESE air terminal often protects the same area on its own. A UL-certified pro can measure your roof, spot potential strike points, and recommend the right number for complete peace of mind.
Always hire an Underwriters Laboratories-certified installer. A UL-certified pro follows the Lightning Protection Institute’s strict rules, mounts each rod securely, and uses only UL-listed parts. Professional installation protects you from falls, wiring mistakes, and code violations, and it ensures the system works exactly as designed when the next storm rolls through.