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How Do I Protect My TV, Fridge and Router From Lightning and Surges?

The cheap devices that stop a storm or a KPLC surge killing your appliances.

Expensive equipment rarely fails slowly. It fails on the first surge.

Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that.

In this guide you will see:
  • Surge strip for TV, router and computer.
  • Fridge guard or voltage protector for the fridge.
  • Unplug sensitive devices in heavy storms.
By Qyvea LimitedPublished 2026-10-07Updated 2026-10-072 min read
On this page01. What to look for before you buy02. Best prices in stock today03. Why buy from Qyvea04. FAQ
How Do I Protect My TV, Fridge and Router From Lightning and Surges?
Quick answer

Plug TVs, routers and computers into a proper surge-protected strip, put your fridge and freezer behind a fridge guard or voltage protector, and unplug sensitive items during heavy storms. For the whole house, a surge protection device at the distribution board is the strongest layer.

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Key takeaways

  • Surge strip for TV, router and computer.
  • Fridge guard or voltage protector for the fridge.
  • Unplug sensitive devices in heavy storms.
  • A surge device at the board protects everything.

01What to look for before you buy

  • Not all extension strips protect against surges: look for the surge or joule rating
  • Use a voltage protector on fridges, freezers and air conditioners
  • Check earthing: surge protection needs good earthing

02Best prices in stock today

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03Why buy from Qyvea

Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea

  • Genuine branded products sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product)
  • 7-day returns and exchanges; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund
  • Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card; refunds go back the same way
  • Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya
  • Delivered to your door, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews (bought from us? leave a review)
  • Talk to a person on WhatsApp 0113 301 244, usually within 30 minutes

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04Frequently asked questions

Does a surge protector stop lightning?

It reduces many surges but cannot stop a direct strike. Unplug in severe storms.

Do I need a fridge guard?

Yes. Fridges are expensive and fail easily when voltage jumps or returns suddenly.

Why customers choose Qyvea

Genuine brandsManufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box.
One team, start to finishThe people who advise you also install and support it.
Fast answersWhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi.
Easy to buyPay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000.
Risk taken off you7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations.
Customers say soRated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews.

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