Critter Guard Blog - Wildlife Control and Power Line Protection Topics

Dangers of Power Lines
lightning in sky
  • Safety
November 28, 2018
John Sims

Dangers of Power Lines

While many power lines now sit below ground, those above still pose significant risks. Not...
Adopting a Smart Grid
cityscape at night with network node connection graphics in sky
  • Technology
November 21, 2018
John Sims

Adopting a Smart Grid

The demand for clean energy is increasing every day as the appetite for electricity from...
Fiber Optics: Technology Worth Protecting
lit up strands of fiber optic cable
  • Technology
November 14, 2018
John Sims

Fiber Optics: Technology Worth Protecting

Fiber optics is one of the newer technologies in Internet and communication services. The installation...
The Fascinating Science Behind What Makes Power Lines Buzz
power poles and power lines during sunset
  • Line Guard
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...
Nutty Squirrels and Rodents Threatening Your Power Supply
squirrel on power line
  • Effects and Impact
October 24, 2018
John Sims

Nutty Squirrels and Rodents Threatening Your Power Supply

Rodents on the Grid In the heart of the city, on your hike in the...
Home Insurance Coverage for Pest Damage
keys and home keychain
  • Effects and Impact
October 17, 2018
John Sims

Home Insurance Coverage for Pest Damage

When looking at home insurance options, most homeowners want to know that they cover the...
3 Power Outage Recovery Tips to Safely Get Your Power Back
close-up of circuit breaker switches
  • Safety
October 10, 2018
John Sims

3 Power Outage Recovery Tips to Safely Get Your Power Back

We've all had one of those days: you're at home, relaxing, when something with your...
How Utility Poles are Replaced
utility power pole at sunset
  • Pole Guard
October 3, 2018
John Sims

How Utility Poles are Replaced

When utility poles get old or damaged, they need to be replaced to ensure that...
Making and Installing Utility Poles
woman on road looking at utility poles and power lines
  • Pole Guard
September 26, 2018
John Sims

Making and Installing Utility Poles

We often walk down sidewalks and drive down streets without giving utility poles much attention....
How to Keep Your Food Safe During a Power Outage
raw meat
  • Tips and Tricks
September 19, 2018
John Sims

How to Keep Your Food Safe During a Power Outage

Power outages regularly disrupt the daily lives of people across the world. It can be...
Phone Apps to the Rescue During Power Outages!
woman on smartphone
  • Safety
September 12, 2018
John Sims

Phone Apps to the Rescue During Power Outages!

Smartphones are more powerful than ever, and they can be used in many situations, even...
Back Up Your Home with an Uninterrupted Power Supply
uninterrupted power supply on floor
  • Tips and Tricks
September 5, 2018
John Sims

Back Up Your Home with an Uninterrupted Power Supply

Rural areas throughout the United States frequently encounter electrical difficulties.  Often, utility companies find animal-damaged...
Dictating Factors of Costs of Power Outages
city at night with no power
  • Effects and Impact
August 22, 2018
John Sims

Dictating Factors of Costs of Power Outages

Power interruptions have cost implications to both consumers and power utility companies. Hence, companies in...
6 Tips to Extend Your Phone's Battery Life in an Emergency Situation
battery level in airplane mode
  • Tips and Tricks
August 15, 2018
John Sims

6 Tips to Extend Your Phone's Battery Life in an Emergency Situation

Being prepared for emergency situations is something commonly overlooked by business and home owners. Making...
Protect Against Power Surges in Blackouts
power surge protector with 5 cords plugged in
  • Tips and Tricks
August 8, 2018
John Sims

Protect Against Power Surges in Blackouts

It's usually a relief when power returns after a blackout, but for some people, the...