Basic Protection Protocol

The recommended approach to dirty electricity protection includes three general steps, often referred to as the Three M’s:

• Measure
• Mitigate
• Measure Again

Step 1: Measure

Begin by taking EMI measurements to understand the dirty electricity levels in your home. Ideally, this step includes:

• Estimating the amount of dirty electricity entering your home from external sources such as utility supply lines.
• Taking readings throughout your home to establish baseline values and identify locations with the highest levels.
• Identifying internal sources of dirty electricity.

A plug-in EMI meter is commonly used for measurement. A small battery-operated AM radio (without noise suppression) can also help identify noise sources. Information gathered in this step guides decisions in the mitigation phase.

Step 2: Mitigate

Take actions to reduce dirty electricity in your environment. Focus first on areas where you spend the most time and where readings are highest. Address frequently used devices that may contribute to elevated levels.

Step 3: Measure Again

After implementing mitigation actions, take measurements again to confirm effectiveness. It is also useful to measure throughout the mitigation process to ensure each action contributes to improvement.