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The History of Lightning Rods

Lighting rods were invented in the 17th century in Pennsylvania and were first used to protect buildings from lightning strikes. In the nineteenth century, lightning rods became a decorative motif and were often ornamented with glass balls. These ornaments are now prized collectors' items. Originally, the glass balls served as visual indicators of a lightning strike. When a lightning strikes a building, the glass balls will shatter and fall from the rod, and this should alert the property owner to inspect the building for damage.
Today, only a few people rely on lightning rods. Instead, most people prefer to opt for surge protection for telecommunications and cable. While this technology provides some level of protection from direct strikes, high-end electronic devices are still susceptible to electrical surges. However, a lightning rod system protects against both direct and indirect strikes from lightning.
Lightning rods are a great safety measure for any home or building. They can be customized to meet your needs. Lightning rods are also tall, so they don't require much horizontal space. In addition, they can prevent fires from occurring. Moreover, they also protect the electrical systems of a building.

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