Certified Micro-Air Dealer & Installer
Micro-Air EasyStart & EasySurge Guardian for Your Home AC
GSHA Services, LTD is a certified Micro-Air dealer proudly serving homeowners throughout Lake County and McHenry County, Illinois. We install genuine Micro-Air EasyStart Flex soft starters and EasySurge Guardian surge protectors to help your central air conditioner start easier, run quieter, and stay protected from electrical damage.
What can go wrong at the compressor
Your AC Needs More Than Just a Compressor
Central air conditioners draw a heavy jolt of current the instant they start, and they sit outside exposed to every grid fluctuation and lightning storm. Two small add-on devices address both problems.
Hard starts & tripped breakers
A compressor’s inrush current can spike to several times its running amperage every time it cycles on, straining wiring, breakers, and the compressor windings themselves.
Grid & storm surges
Illinois summer storms and utility grid switching send voltage spikes straight into outdoor AC equipment — one of the most common causes of a fried control board.
Generators & limited power
A standard AC compressor’s starting surge can exceed what a portable or backup generator can supply, so the unit simply won’t start when you need it most.
Soft Starter
EasyStart™ Flex — Easier Starts for Your Central AC
The EasyStart Flex is an electronic soft starter that replaces the harsh, all-at-once jolt of a standard AC start with a gradual, controlled ramp-up. It cuts inrush current by up to 75%, which means less stress on your compressor, wiring, and breaker every single cycle.
- Fits residential AC and heat pump systems up to 6 tons (72,000 BTU)
- Can allow your AC to run on a portable or backup generator
- Compatible with 2-stage compressors and heat pumps
- Bluetooth app for one-touch setup, diagnostics & firmware updates
- Quieter, smoother starts with less lighting flicker
Surge Protector
EasySurge™ Guardian — Surge Protection Built for HVAC
General whole-home surge protectors weren’t designed around a 240V AC compressor. EasySurge Guardian is: it suppresses voltage spikes and temporarily disconnects your outdoor unit from the grid during a surge, then lets you monitor line voltage and protection status in real time from your phone.
- Dedicated 240V protection for AC, heat pump & mini-split systems
- Rated for 50kA single-strike / 20kA multi-hit surge protection
- Real-time voltage monitoring & alerts via the free Micro-Air Connect app
- Outdoor-rated, weather-resistant enclosure
- Works alongside EasyStart Flex for complete start & surge protection
Certified Micro-Air Dealer & Installer
Why It Matters Who Installs It
Both EasyStart Flex and EasySurge Guardian are electrical devices wired directly into your AC’s power circuit. Correct sizing, wiring, and grounding are what make them work — and what keep your equipment’s own manufacturer warranty intact. As a certified Micro-Air dealer, that’s our job on every install.
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Genuine Micro-Air hardware
Authentic EasyStart Flex and EasySurge Guardian units, sourced through Micro-Air’s dealer network — not knockoffs.
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Correct fit, verified first
We confirm your system’s tonnage, voltage, and compressor type before recommending a specific model.
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Proper electrical installation
Wired and grounded to spec at the outdoor disconnect, then tested with the Micro-Air Connect app before we leave.
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Same team, same standard
The same licensed technicians who install your Lennox, Carrier, and Navien equipment.
What to expect
How an Install Goes
Call or email
Tell us your AC or heat pump’s brand, tonnage, and what you’re trying to solve — hard starts, generator use, or surge protection.
We confirm the fit
We match the right EasyStart Flex and/or EasySurge Guardian configuration to your specific system.
Certified install
Mounted, wired, and grounded at the outdoor unit, then tested and paired to the Micro-Air Connect app.
Warranty on file
We help you register your 2-year Micro-Air manufacturer warranty to your address and install date.
Why Choose GSHA Services?
- Certified, licensed & insured HVAC/electrical installers
- Certified Micro-Air dealer
- Free, no-obligation consultation
- Works alongside your existing Lennox, Carrier, or Navien system
Where we work
Service Area
We proudly install Micro-Air products for homeowners throughout Lake County and McHenry County, Illinois, including but not limited to:
Woodstock
Crystal Lake
Cary
Algonquin
Lake in the Hills
Huntley
Antioch
Grayslake
Round Lake
Fox Lake
Lakemoor
Wonder Lake
Richmond
Spring Grove
Johnsburg
Libertyville
Gurnee
Waukegan
+ surrounding communities
Frequently Asked Questions — Micro-Air EasyStart & EasySurge Guardian
What does a soft starter do for my air conditioner?
It smooths out the electrical jolt your AC compressor draws every time it starts, cutting inrush current by up to 75%. That means less stress on your wiring, breaker, and compressor with every cycle.
Can EasyStart Flex let my AC run on a generator?
In many cases, yes. By reducing the starting current your compressor demands, EasyStart Flex can allow a central AC to start and run on a portable or backup generator that couldn’t handle the unmodified startup surge. Tell us your generator’s size and we’ll confirm.
Is EasySurge Guardian the same as a whole-house surge protector?
No. A whole-house surge protector is installed at your electrical panel and protects your home broadly. EasySurge Guardian is a dedicated 240V device installed at the AC’s own disconnect, purpose-built for the higher-risk startup and running currents of HVAC equipment.
Do I need both a soft starter and a surge protector?
They solve different problems — EasyStart Flex reduces startup stress, EasySurge Guardian protects against outside voltage spikes — so many homeowners install both. We can also help you prioritize based on your specific concern.
How long does installation take?
Most EasyStart Flex or EasySurge Guardian installs are completed in under two hours by our certified technicians, done at your outdoor condenser unit.
Is this covered under warranty?
Yes — Micro-Air backs both products with a 2-year manufacturer warranty. We help you register it right after install.
Will this work with my heat pump or mini-split?
EasyStart Flex is compatible with heat pumps and 2-stage compressors, and EasySurge Guardian protects any 240V HVAC equipment including mini-splits and variable-speed systems. Tell us your system’s brand and model and we’ll confirm fit.
Start easier. Stay protected.
Tell us your AC or heat pump’s brand and tonnage — we’ll tell you exactly which Micro-Air products fit and what an install involves.
GSHA Services, LTD is an independent, certified dealer and installer of Micro-Air, LLC products, serving Lake County and McHenry County, Illinois. GSHA Services is not Micro-Air, LLC — product warranties are provided by the manufacturer. Product photos courtesy of Micro-Air, LLC.