Critter GuardTM Blog - Wildlife Control and Power Line Protection Topics

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...
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...
The Importance of Restaurant Pest Control: Safeguarding Your Business and Reputation
The Importance of Restaurant Pest Control: Safeguarding Your Business and Reputation
  • Effects and Impact
August 13, 2025
John Sims

The Importance of Restaurant Pest Control: Safeguarding Your Business and Reputation

Every restaurant strives to provide excellent food and service, but there is a silent threat...
Are Ultrasonic Pest Repellers Effective Pest Control?
Are Ultrasonic Pest Repellers Effective Pest Control?
  • Effects and Impact
August 6, 2025
John Sims

Are Ultrasonic Pest Repellers Effective Pest Control?

To keep your home or business clean and pest free, it is important to put...
Common Wildlife Found in Gutters and the Damage They Cause
Common Wildlife Found in Gutters and the Damage They Cause
  • Effects and Impact
August 6, 2025
John Sims

Common Wildlife Found in Gutters and the Damage They Cause

Your home's gutters are one of the only lines of defense that your roof and...
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...