Fiber Optics Line Guard | Block Squirrels and Deter Animals

Wildlife interference is a constant challenge when it comes to maintaining reliable fiber optic communications. In 2023 alone, wildlife caused close to 14,000 outages in the United States. Whether it’s squirrels, birds, or other wildlife, these critters can cause unexpected disruptions and costly damage to fiber infrastructure.

Importance of Protecting Fiber Optic Communications Lines

Fiber optic communications lines are the backbone of modern connectivity, supporting everything from high-speed internet access to financial transactions, mission critical healthcare systems, and public safety communications. In comparison to traditional copper lines, fiber optic lines can be more vulnerable to physical damage. When wildlife such as squirrels, raccoons, and other rodents climb or nest on utility poles and lines, they can chew through cables or dislodge equipment in the process. This interference can lead to costly outages, loss of data, service disruptions, and expensive repairs.

Proactively protecting fiber optic lines from animal-related damage is not just about preventing nuisance—it's about ensuring critical infrastructure remains secure, efficient, and operational 24/7.

Trusted by Major Utilities, Telecommunications, and Data Companies Worldwide

The following are just a few utilities and communications companies that trust Critter Guard products to protect their power and communications equipment.

Overhead Line Guards and Pole Guards for Fiber Communications Protection

At Critter Guard, our overhead Line Guards and Pole Guards are specifically designed to stop wildlife before they become a problem, effectively blocking critters from climbing utility poles and traveling along overhead fiber communications lines. By creating a physical barrier, our fiber line protection systems protect sensitive fiber infrastructure from damage caused by squirrels, raccoons, snakes, and other climbing animals.

Additionally, our BirdBloc product helps prevent bird-related interference by deterring nesting and roosting near fiber lines and equipment. Together, Critter Guard Line Guard, Pole Guard, and BirdBloc solutions offer a proactive approach to protect fiber networks and reduce costly service disruptions.

overhead cables including snowshoe fiber optic bend limiter

Protect Fiber Optic Communications Lines from Numerous Types of Wildlife

Critter Guard’s squirrel wire guards were initially developed to address squirrel-related damage to power lines. However, over time, our power and communication line protection solutions have proven highly effective at deterring a wide range of wildlife from accessing critical infrastructure, including overhead fiber optic communications lines. Below are just a few of the animals that our Line Guards and Pole Guards successfully deter:

Squirrels
Rats
Opossums
Raccoons
Birds
Snakes
Monkeys
Sloths
Other Rodents

Stay Connected with Critter Guard Fiber Optic Line Protection Products

Protecting fiber optic lines is critical in maintaining reliable service. At Critter Guard, we offer effective overhead Line Guards and Pole Guard solutions designed to safeguard fiber communications lines from wildlife-related damage. Critter Guard’s Line Guard and Pole Guard products are available at wholesale rates for fiber and communications companies, architects and engineers, electrical contractors, and pest control companies, ensuring both cost-effectiveness and quality protection for commercial and utility operations.

For those who prefer to purchase directly, our e-commerce store provides access to our power and fiber optic line protection products at retail prices or at discounted prices with an approved wholesale account. Explore our range of wildlife control solutions today and discover how Critter Guard can help keep your fiber optic lines secure.