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4 Practical Pest Control Tips for Homeowners
4 Practical Pest Control Tips for Homeowners
  • Tips and Tricks
February 9, 2022
John Sims

4 Practical Pest Control Tips for Homeowners

Destructive pests such as squirrels, mice, opossums, raccoons, rats and other wildlife can wreak havoc...
Pros and Cons of Wooden Utility Poles
Pros and Cons of Wooden Utility Poles
  • Pole Guard
February 2, 2022
John Sims

Pros and Cons of Wooden Utility Poles

Wooden utility poles are the pillar of the United States’ electric grid. Wood is a...
5 Effective Pest Control Tips for Your Business
5 Effective Pest Control Tips for Your Business
  • Tips and Tricks
January 26, 2022
John Sims

5 Effective Pest Control Tips for Your Business

When it comes to your business, ensuring your building is pest free is imperative in...
A Guide to Transformer Components
A Guide to Transformer Components
  • Technology
January 19, 2022
John Sims

A Guide to Transformer Components

Electrical transformers help transfer electricity from one circuit to another, changing voltage levels while maintaining...
Rodenticides and Animal Health: What You Need to Know
Rodenticides and Animal Health: What You Need to Know
  • Safety
January 12, 2022
John Sims

Rodenticides and Animal Health: What You Need to Know

Rodents such as rats, mice, and squirrels can reign havoc on overhead power and telecommunication...
A Brief Guide on How to Protect Your Property from Winter Birds
A Brief Guide on How to Protect Your Property from Winter Birds
  • Effects and Impact
January 5, 2022
John Sims

A Brief Guide on How to Protect Your Property from Winter Birds

Not all birds migrate to warmer climates during winter. Species such as robins, cardinals, finches,...
4 Tips to Prepare Your Business for Winter Power Outages
4 Tips to Prepare Your Business for Winter Power Outages
  • Tips and Tricks
December 22, 2021
John Sims

4 Tips to Prepare Your Business for Winter Power Outages

Winter seasons, characterized by heavy snowfalls, ice, and strong winds, can damage power lines, leading...
The Do’s and Don’ts of Using Surge Protectors
The Do’s and Don’ts of Using Surge Protectors
  • Technology
December 8, 2021
John Sims

The Do’s and Don’ts of Using Surge Protectors

A surge protector is a piece of equipment that protects your devices from electrical surges....
4 Strange Animal-Caused Power Outages
4 Strange Animal-Caused Power Outages
  • Effects and Impact
December 1, 2021
John Sims

4 Strange Animal-Caused Power Outages

Animals cause thousands of outages every year, whether it's by chewing on a cord or...
Diesel vs. Propane Generators: Choose the Right One for Your Home or Business
generator during snow time
  • Technology
November 24, 2021
John Sims

Diesel vs. Propane Generators: Choose the Right One for Your Home or Business

A backup generator can really come in handy for businesses and homeowners in the event...
3 Ways to Keep Birds Away from Your Business
3 Ways to Keep Birds Away from Your Business
  • Tips and Tricks
November 17, 2021
John Sims

3 Ways to Keep Birds Away from Your Business

There are billions of birds on earth, and while these creatures can be fascinating to...
7 Main Components of a Distribution Substation
7 Main Components of a Distribution Substation
  • Technology
November 10, 2021
John Sims

7 Main Components of a Distribution Substation

A distribution substation is a voltage regulation point that delivers electric energy from transmission systems...
Protect Your Home from Active Autumn Critters
Protect Your Home from Active Autumn Critters
  • Line Guard
  • Pole Guard
November 3, 2021
John Sims

Protect Your Home from Active Autumn Critters

Autumn is here, and as the season changes so too do the critters that try...
4 Problems Caused by Birds in Warehouses
4 Problems Caused by Birds in Warehouses
  • Effects and Impact
October 27, 2021
John Sims

4 Problems Caused by Birds in Warehouses

Birds such as swallows, wrens, starlings, pigeons, and more can be a nuisance in warehouses....
Critter Guard: Protecting Vervet Monkeys from Electrical Equipment
Critter Guard: Protecting Vervet Monkeys from Electrical Equipment
  • Effects and Impact
October 20, 2021
John Sims

Critter Guard: Protecting Vervet Monkeys from Electrical Equipment

Many of Africa's monkeys and other animals live far from humans, but some, like the...