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What is Undergrounding?
underground utility line construction in middle of street
  • Technology
February 20, 2019
John Sims

What is Undergrounding?

When you think of electric power lines, you probably envision overhead lines. Held up by...
Protect Your Roofing Insulation from Rodents
small houses close together with electrical line
  • Effects and Impact
February 13, 2019
John Sims

Protect Your Roofing Insulation from Rodents

The insulation for your roof system is generally found in the attic area or crawl...
How Do Squirrels Survive Winter Without Hibernating
squirrel on snowy ground next to tree trunk
  • Effects and Impact
February 6, 2019
John Sims

How Do Squirrels Survive Winter Without Hibernating

When the weather starts to get crisp in the fall, you might notice local squirrels...
How Do Transmission Lines Work?
transmission lines strung between utility poles
  • Technology
January 23, 2019
John Sims

How Do Transmission Lines Work?

Transmission lines are a vital component in the modern electric system. But what are these...
Measure the Cost of Electricity
a person plugging cord into electrical surge protector
  • Tips and Tricks
January 16, 2019
John Sims

Measure the Cost of Electricity

Have you ever been baffled by the charges on your electric bill? Understanding utility bills...
Pick the Right Surge Protector for Your Electronics
power surge protector
  • Technology
January 9, 2019
John Sims

Pick the Right Surge Protector for Your Electronics

When everything is going right, all power is on, and no electric lines are tampered...
Laws Preventing Power Shutdowns
pen and contract
  • Effects and Impact
January 2, 2019
John Sims

Laws Preventing Power Shutdowns

A power outage is often unexpected, especially from power lines suddenly snapping in winter storms,...
Crucial Role and Protection of Substations
substation unit in daytime
  • Technology
December 27, 2018
John Sims

Crucial Role and Protection of Substations

Throughout the nation, local electric companies have substations positioned throughout their service areas. An electrical...
Your Emergency Plan for a Winter Power Outage
mug in windowsill on icy winter day
  • Safety
December 19, 2018
John Sims

Your Emergency Plan for a Winter Power Outage

There are many reasons why you might experience a power outage in the winter, from...
Predicting Power Outages Using a "Squirrel" Method?
electrical line truss in evening
  • Effects and Impact
December 12, 2018
John Sims

Predicting Power Outages Using a "Squirrel" Method?

Squirrels: those cute, little furry critters! Some say they're adorable, but they can wreak havoc...
Protect Different Types of Building Insulation
wall insulation around window frame
  • Tips and Tricks
December 5, 2018
John Sims

Protect Different Types of Building Insulation

Insulation is used in building homes and commercial spaces to maintain comfort and protect building...
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...