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Guardian Electrical Contractors LLC

Lightning Damage Electrical Assessment

After a suspected lightning event, document the observed electrical problems and any direction from responders, the utility or the insurer. Assessment should be based on the affected systems and the agreed investigation scope.

On this page: Document the electrical symptoms after the event · Gather existing utility or insurer instructions · Agree the assessment and reporting boundaries · Common questions

Document the electrical symptoms after the event

An electrical assessment cannot guarantee that every hidden defect or future equipment failure will be identified. Findings and proposed corrections should be recorded within the agreed scope.

Gather existing utility or insurer instructions

Event timing, symptoms, visibly damaged equipment from a safe position, utility reports and the insurer’s requested documentation.

Agree the assessment and reporting boundaries

Affected equipment, access, testing/documentation requirements and whether other specialist assessments are needed.

Common questions

Can an assessment guarantee every hidden defect is found?

No. Findings apply to the agreed investigation scope; an assessment cannot guarantee that every hidden defect or later failure will be identified.

What should I send with a lightning-damage enquiry?

Describe the event timing, affected equipment, observed symptoms and any documentation requested by the utility, responders or insurer.

Plan the next step with Guardian

Call (854) 237-4771 or send a project request. Project quotes are free; diagnostic and service-call charges are explained before booking. Electrical service is available 24/7. Availability and arrival timing are confirmed separately.

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Planning your local electrical project

Guardian serves Myrtle Beach, Conway, Carolina Forest and communities across Horry and Georgetown counties. See how quotes and diagnostic visits work, our credentials and project planning guides before arranging the next step.

For broader planning and related work, explore storm electrical damage services and the repairs safety service group.

Where to request this service

Guardian is based in Myrtle Beach and accepts electrical enquiries across Horry County and Georgetown County. Provide the project address so scope, travel and scheduling can be confirmed.

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  • 207 Atlas Drive, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
  • Electrical service 24/7
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  • (854) 237-4771
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