When Lightning Strikes: Lightning Damage Repair & Safety Tips for Paris, TX Homes
- Chelsea Thomas
- May 6
- 2 min read
Did you know a single bolt of lightning can heat the air around it to five times hotter than the surface of the sun? It’s true—and while lightning makes for a thrilling sight during a Texas storm, it’s also one of nature’s most dangerous forces. Here in Paris, TX, where summer thunderstorms are part of life, understanding lightning could help protect your home–and knowing who to call if damage repair is needed is just as important.
What Exactly Is Lightning?
Lightning is a massive electrical discharge caused by imbalances between storm clouds and the ground—or within the clouds themselves. It usually strikes the tallest object in an area, which can include trees, buildings, utility poles, and even electrical service entrances.
That’s why lightning protection isn’t just for skyscrapers. Residential homes, especially in rural areas around Paris and Northeast Texas, are at risk too.
Fun (and Shocking) Lightning Facts:
Texas gets hit hard – Texas ranks among the top states for lightning strikes every year. That’s a lot of voltage in the Lone Star sky.
It strikes more than once – The Empire State Building gets struck about 23 times a year!
You can hear it coming – Thunder is the sound of lightning heating the air and causing it to explode outward. If you can hear thunder, lightning is close enough to strike.
Rubber soles don’t protect you – Contrary to popular belief, wearing rubber shoes won’t keep you safe during a lightning storm.
Lightning can travel through plumbing – That’s why our grandma’s always used to say not to shower or wash dishes during a thunderstorm.
What You Can Do: Protecting Your Paris, TX Home
As a local electrical contractor, Pride Electrical Solutions recommends a few key safety upgrades:
Whole-home surge protection to safeguard your electronics from power surges caused by lightning.
Grounding & bonding inspections to make sure your home’s electrical system can safely divert electrical surges.
Outdoor electrical safety checks, especially for barns, outbuildings, or detached garages common around rural Paris.
And if your home has already been hit by lightning, we’re here to help you recover quickly. We inspect and repair any damaged wiring, replace fried electrical panels or outlets, and ensure your system is safe to operate again. Electrical issues from lightning aren't always obvious—but they can be dangerous. That’s why a professional inspection is essential. If you’ve noticed flickering lights during storms or if your home is over 30 years old, now’s the time to get your system checked!
Final Thought: Don’t Wait for a Strike
Lightning is unpredictable, but preparation isn’t. Whether you're in the heart of Paris or in the surrounding area our team at Pride Electrical Solutions is ready to help—before or after a storm.
If lightning has already struck your home, call us today. We’ll get you powered up and protected—safely and fast. (214) 301-5106
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