I have encountered the same, the chaps on this forum are always willing to go above and beyond, whether its buying/selling or whether it asking for advice or help. Nicest bunch of gents/ladies on this forum.
Oh okay, well this isn't the first instance of me hearing this. I suppose it couldn't hurt to get some quotations to see whether repairs are the way to go. Agree on those plugs in this case
Those Ellies surge protector plugs are useful but won't help if you get a direct hit. I simply unplug with each storm. Good luck, I hope your insurance company replaces the lot for you.
I know what you mean, some bookshelves contrary to their size just sing better the more power you feed them. I have a set of Mission's that just blow me away everytime.