Critter GuardTM Blog - Wildlife Control and Power Line Protection Topics
The Link Between Wildlife, Power Outages, and Weather
March 19, 2025
John Sims
The Link Between Wildlife, Power Outages, and Weather
Wildlife-related power outages can happen whenever animals crawl across your power lines or try to...
The Impact of Pigeons on Your Property
March 12, 2025
John Sims
The Impact of Pigeons on Your Property
While they may be fun to watch, pigeons can have a big impact on your...
Protect Your Pets From Birds of Prey
March 5, 2025
John Sims
Protect Your Pets From Birds of Prey
Birds of prey aren't picky about their food sources. If they can see an animal...
4 Hidden Dangers of Contaminated Insulation
February 26, 2025
John Sims
4 Hidden Dangers of Contaminated Insulation
Insulation becomes contaminated when wildlife, such as rats, mice, and squirrels access your home. When...
4 Common Homeowner Mistakes When Handling Wildlife Issues
February 19, 2025
John Sims
4 Common Homeowner Mistakes When Handling Wildlife Issues
When you think of wildlife, you might picture adorable raccoons and busy squirrels, but the...
4 Critters That Caused Power Outages in 2024
February 12, 2025
John Sims
4 Critters That Caused Power Outages in 2024
Power outages remain a common occurrence across the US. 2024 saw its fair share of...
How to Handle Vultures Nesting on Buildings: A Step by Step Guide
February 5, 2025
John Sims
How to Handle Vultures Nesting on Buildings: A Step by Step Guide
A vulture problem can cause significant issues in commercial buildings and facilities. From structural and...
How to Prevent a Woodpecker Problem
January 29, 2025
John Sims
How to Prevent a Woodpecker Problem
If you have a woodpecker, you know it. Woodpeckers drum on the outside of your...
When Wildlife Invades: The Hidden Pests That Often Follow Bigger Animals into Your Home
January 22, 2025
John Sims
When Wildlife Invades: The Hidden Pests That Often Follow Bigger Animals into Your Home
Rodents, raccoons, squirrels, birds, and other common household pests are notorious for damaging structures, contaminating...
3 Problems Caused by Rodents in Warehouses
January 15, 2025
John Sims
3 Problems Caused by Rodents in Warehouses
Rodents can cause problems for any building. In fact, the bigger the building, the bigger...
How Proper Airflow and Critter Control Keep Your Electrical Systems Safe
January 10, 2025
John Sims
How Proper Airflow and Critter Control Keep Your Electrical Systems Safe
Proper air circulation around electrical outlets and systems is crucial to prevent overheating and ensure...
The Future of Backup Power
December 27, 2024
John Sims
The Future of Backup Power
Power outages remain a concern for most households and businesses. Backup power allows for instant...
Step-by-Step Instructions for How to Safely Power Down Electronics During an Outage
December 18, 2024
John Sims
Step-by-Step Instructions for How to Safely Power Down Electronics During an Outage
When a power outage occurs, the disruption in electricity can be a huge inconvenience and...
Risks of Improperly Shutting Down Electronics During a Power Outage
December 11, 2024
John Sims
Risks of Improperly Shutting Down Electronics During a Power Outage
Critters are a common culprit behind power outages. Raccoons, squirrels, and rats can climb on...
How to Stop Squirrels from Getting On Your Roof
December 4, 2024
John Sims
How to Stop Squirrels from Getting On Your Roof
Squirrels are expert climbers and they can easily find ways of getting on your roof...
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