Critter GuardTM Blog - Wildlife Control and Power Line Protection Topics

How Wildlife Can Get Into Your Home's Plumbing System
How Wildlife Can Get Into Your Home's Plumbing System
  • Effects and Impact
July 9, 2025
John Sims

How Wildlife Can Get Into Your Home's Plumbing System

The last thing any homeowner wants is for wildlife to get into their plumbing. When...
Signs of Wildlife in Your Plumbing System
Signs of Wildlife in Your Plumbing System
  • Effects and Impact
July 2, 2025
John Sims

Signs of Wildlife in Your Plumbing System

Wildlife, from squirrels to moles, can sneak into your plumbing system and cause serious issues....
Why Critters Come Inside During the Summer Months
Why Critters Come Inside During the Summer Months
  • Effects and Impact
June 18, 2025
John Sims

Why Critters Come Inside During the Summer Months

As the temperatures rise, critters tend to find their way inside homes and businesses. But...
Hazards of Birds Nesting in Vents, Soffits, and Building Voids
Hazards of Birds Nesting in Vents, Soffits, and Building Voids
  • Effects and Impact
June 4, 2025
John Sims

Hazards of Birds Nesting in Vents, Soffits, and Building Voids

Pest birds aren't just annoying—they're dangerous. If too many birds feel comfortable perching around your...
Reproductive Masters: How Mice Multiply and Lead to Infestations
Reproductive Masters: How Mice Multiply and Lead to Infestations
  • Effects and Impact
May 21, 2025
John Sims

Reproductive Masters: How Mice Multiply and Lead to Infestations

Mice are never just a small problem. A single mouse can rapidly turn into a...
How Storms Affect Animal Behavior
How Storms Affect Animal Behavior
  • Effects and Impact
April 23, 2025
John Sims

How Storms Affect Animal Behavior

Animals can behave erratically during stormy weather. Heavy rains and hail can be disorienting if...
The Problem with Birds in Parking Lots
The Problem with Birds in Parking Lots
  • Effects and Impact
April 16, 2025
John Sims

The Problem with Birds in Parking Lots

Birds are often drawn to parking lots due to the abundance of food, water, and...
Why Wildlife Control is Crucial for Reliable Energy in Rural Areas
Why Wildlife Control is Crucial for Reliable Energy in Rural Areas
  • Effects and Impact
April 2, 2025
John Sims

Why Wildlife Control is Crucial for Reliable Energy in Rural Areas

Wildlife poses a threat to power lines anywhere these critters reside or travel. But rural...
Beyond Power Outages: How Wildlife Damage to Power Lines Can Affect Your Insurance
Beyond Power Outages: How Wildlife Damage to Power Lines Can Affect Your Insurance
  • Effects and Impact
March 26, 2025
John Sims

Beyond Power Outages: How Wildlife Damage to Power Lines Can Affect Your Insurance

Let's face it - wildlife can wreak havoc on both homes and businesses. But one...
The Link Between Wildlife, Power Outages, and Weather
The Link Between Wildlife, Power Outages, and Weather
  • Effects and Impact
March 19, 2025
John Sims

The Link Between Wildlife, Power Outages, and Weather

Wildlife-related power outages can happen whenever animals crawl across your power lines or try to...
The Impact of Pigeons on Your Property
The Impact of Pigeons on Your Property
  • Effects and Impact
March 12, 2025
John Sims

The Impact of Pigeons on Your Property

While they may be fun to watch, pigeons can have a big impact on your...
4 Critters That Caused Power Outages in 2024
4 Critters That Caused Power Outages in 2024
  • Effects and Impact
February 12, 2025
John Sims

4 Critters That Caused Power Outages in 2024

Power outages remain a common occurrence across the US. 2024 saw its fair share of...
When Wildlife Invades: The Hidden Pests That Often Follow Bigger Animals into Your Home
When Wildlife Invades: The Hidden Pests That Often Follow Bigger Animals into Your Home
  • Effects and Impact
January 22, 2025
John Sims

When Wildlife Invades: The Hidden Pests That Often Follow Bigger Animals into Your Home

Rodents, raccoons, squirrels, birds, and other common household pests are notorious for damaging structures, contaminating...
3 Problems Caused by Rodents in Warehouses
3 Problems Caused by Rodents in Warehouses
  • Effects and Impact
January 15, 2025
John Sims

3 Problems Caused by Rodents in Warehouses

Rodents can cause problems for any building. In fact, the bigger the building, the bigger...
Why Regular Critter Inspections Are Essential After Winter Storms
Why Regular Critter Inspections Are Essential After Winter Storms
  • Effects and Impact
December 4, 2024
John Sims

Why Regular Critter Inspections Are Essential After Winter Storms

Winter storms may leave your home blanketed in snow and ice, but once the chill...