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5 Common Household Pests That Trigger Allergies
5 Common Household Pests That Trigger Allergies
  • Effects and Impact
November 26, 2025
John Sims

5 Common Household Pests That Trigger Allergies

First, there's a cough, followed by a runny nose and sneezing. Allergies have been triggered...
How You Could Unintentionally Be Feeding Wildlife
How You Could Unintentionally Be Feeding Wildlife
  • Effects and Impact
November 19, 2025
John Sims

How You Could Unintentionally Be Feeding Wildlife

Wildlife intrusion is a common problem among homeowners. Once they sneak into your home, rodents...
6 Benefits of Telecom Line Hardening
6 Benefits of Telecom Line Hardening
  • Effects and Impact
November 12, 2025
John Sims

6 Benefits of Telecom Line Hardening

Utility customers count on their telecom lines to stay connected—whether for phone calls, internet access,...
Telecom Line Hardening: What It Means and Why It Matters
Telecom Line Hardening: What It Means and Why It Matters
  • Line Guard
November 5, 2025
John Sims

Telecom Line Hardening: What It Means and Why It Matters

Animal and weather-related outages continue to cost the nation billions of dollars in economic losses,...
How Your Neighbor’s Pest Problem Can Become Yours
How Your Neighbor’s Pest Problem Can Become Yours
  • Effects and Impact
October 22, 2025
John Sims

How Your Neighbor’s Pest Problem Can Become Yours

You work hard to keep your home clean and pest-free, but what about your neighbors?...
5 Common Places Squirrels Nest In and Around Homes
5 Common Places Squirrels Nest In and Around Homes
  • Effects and Impact
October 15, 2025
John Sims

5 Common Places Squirrels Nest In and Around Homes

As tree-climbing rodents, squirrels have easy access to some of your home's most vulnerable features....
Fiber Optic Cables: Understanding the Weak Points
Fiber Optic Cables: Understanding the Weak Points
  • Technology
October 15, 2025
John Sims

Fiber Optic Cables: Understanding the Weak Points

Rodents, birds, and even insects can cause surprising damage to fiber optic infrastructure. While manufacturers...
Overhead vs. Underground Fiber Optic Lines: How Wildlife Risks Differ
Overhead vs. Underground Fiber Optic Lines: How Wildlife Risks Differ
  • Effects and Impact
October 8, 2025
John Sims

Overhead vs. Underground Fiber Optic Lines: How Wildlife Risks Differ

Whether you’re video chatting with loved ones or ordering groceries online, a reliable internet connection...
How Construction and Renovation Can Create Havens for Wildlife
How Construction and Renovation Can Create Havens for Wildlife
  • Effects and Impact
October 1, 2025
John Sims

How Construction and Renovation Can Create Havens for Wildlife

Construction and renovation projects can do more than just improve your space; they can also...
Critters and the Environment: How Wildlife Exclusion Benefits Local Ecosystems
Critters and the Environment: How Wildlife Exclusion Benefits Local Ecosystems
  • Effects and Impact
September 24, 2025
John Sims

Critters and the Environment: How Wildlife Exclusion Benefits Local Ecosystems

Wildlife can add charm to our surroundings, but their presence may also disrupt local ecosystems....
Unwanted Hitchhikers: How Wildlife Can Bring Ticks Into Your Home
Unwanted Hitchhikers: How Wildlife Can Bring Ticks Into Your Home
  • Effects and Impact
September 17, 2025
John Sims

Unwanted Hitchhikers: How Wildlife Can Bring Ticks Into Your Home

When wildlife make their way into your home, they aren't the only hazard. They can...
How Wildlife Can Damage Your Home Siding
How Wildlife Can Damage Your Home Siding
  • Effects and Impact
September 10, 2025
John Sims

How Wildlife Can Damage Your Home Siding

You enjoy seeing squirrels scamper up trees and listening to birds serenade the new day....
When the Lights Go Out: Risks of Wildlife Interfering with Lighting Systems
When the Lights Go Out: Risks of Wildlife Interfering with Lighting Systems
  • Effects and Impact
September 3, 2025
John Sims

When the Lights Go Out: Risks of Wildlife Interfering with Lighting Systems

Lighting keeps us safe, boosts security, and makes our spaces work better. However, there is...
How Wildlife Can Interrupt Your Security Systems and What To Do About It
How Wildlife Can Interrupt Your Security Systems and What To Do About It
  • Technology
August 27, 2025
John Sims

How Wildlife Can Interrupt Your Security Systems and What To Do About It

Wildlife, particularly raccoons and squirrels, can create significant disruptions to security systems and other vital...
Understanding the Ripple Effect: How Power Outages Affect Local Infrastructure and Equipment
Understanding the Ripple Effect: How Power Outages Affect Local Infrastructure and Equipment
  • Effects and Impact
August 20, 2025
John Sims

Understanding the Ripple Effect: How Power Outages Affect Local Infrastructure and Equipment

Every outage has consequences—even a small flicker can cause disasters for individuals, neighborhoods, and the...