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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...
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....