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Protect Your Home from Critters with Humane Pest Control Products
squirrel on deck
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March 25, 2020
John Sims

Protect Your Home from Critters with Humane Pest Control Products

Rodents and other wildlife are often the cause of broken power lines and blackouts to...
Keeping Triplex Overhead Cables Protected with Critter Guard
triplex overhead cables protected from wildlife intervention
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March 4, 2020
John Sims

Keeping Triplex Overhead Cables Protected with Critter Guard

The various types of cables found across substations and power lines are diversified. One of...
5 Signs You May Have Squirrels in Your Attic
squirrel on deck
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February 5, 2020
John Sims

5 Signs You May Have Squirrels in Your Attic

Living with squirrels in your attic is more than just a nuisance. These small critters...
Roof Rats: How You Can Keep Them off Your Home
roof rat in attic after chewing through roof
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December 25, 2019
John Sims

Roof Rats: How You Can Keep Them off Your Home

It can be a little nerve-racking when you hear something moving around or skittering across...
Protecting Transmission and Distribution Power Lines
transmission and distribution power lines intercrossing
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October 23, 2019
John Sims

Protecting Transmission and Distribution Power Lines

There are many components that go into creating a functional electrical grid. Generators, substations, and...
Protecting Squirrels from Uninsulated Power Lines
squirrel prevented from climbing on utility poles and power lines
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September 25, 2019
John Sims

Protecting Squirrels from Uninsulated Power Lines

Every day, we see squirrels scurry up trees, leap from branch to branch, and scamper...
Electrical Transformer Failure: Cause and Prevention
electrical transformer suspended on utility pole
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September 18, 2019
John Sims

Electrical Transformer Failure: Cause and Prevention

An electrical transformer is a device comprised of two or more wire coils which use...
The Fascinating Science Behind What Makes Power Lines Buzz
power poles and power lines during sunset
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November 7, 2018
John Sims

The Fascinating Science Behind What Makes Power Lines Buzz

Have you ever walked out to check the mail or to a neighbor's house and...
Dangerous Diseases from Squirrels in the Home
yellow pills and pill bottle
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  • Safety
April 4, 2018
John Sims

Dangerous Diseases from Squirrels in the Home

Most people do not encourage squirrels to nest or live in their home, and for...
Reproductive Squirrels: A Nightmare for Your Home
squirrel jumping on handrail
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March 7, 2018
John Sims

Reproductive Squirrels: A Nightmare for Your Home

Spring is coming. Peak mating season for squirrels draws near as winter weather and mammal...
Power Grid System Upgrades to Improve Efficiency
power pole and power lines
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February 7, 2018
John Sims

Power Grid System Upgrades to Improve Efficiency

More and more pressure is put on utility companies as they continue to look for...
Protecting Your Transformer and Electrical System
electrical substation at dawn
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January 17, 2018
John Sims

Protecting Your Transformer and Electrical System

A local electrical system is extremely important, for it helps to ensure all members of...
Power Substation Costs: Invest in Protection!
power substation
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January 3, 2018
John Sims

Power Substation Costs: Invest in Protection!

Power substations are the backbone of a community’s power source. Without them, there would be...
Homeowner Safety Tips: Living With Power Lines on or Near Your Property
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  • Tips and Tricks
December 12, 2017
John Sims

Homeowner Safety Tips: Living With Power Lines on or Near Your Property

While it is totally up to you whether you buy a house with high-frequency power...
3 Preventative Measures for Power Outages in the Home
power lines in sky
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  • Tips and Tricks
November 15, 2017
John Sims

3 Preventative Measures for Power Outages in the Home

We've all had to deal with power outages before, and they can range from the...