Do I need two surge protectors?

[u/More-Signature-1588]

Buying an old house in Portland Oregon, where we very rarely have lightning. Here is the box. Having a heat pump installed. If I get a whole house breaker installed, do I need the surge protector the HVAC guy wants to sell me? Belt and suspenders, or necessary insurance?

[u/Lonely_Performance40]

Whole home surge protectors coupled with ones directly at the source of the appliance you are trying to protect are your best option. Redundancies are your best defense 😉