Bats in the Telephones, Lizards on the Lines Sometimes Equipment Breakdowns Have the Most Unlikely Causes
Although there are many causes of equipment breakdowns, accidents involving animals always get people’s attention. You might be surprised by how many breakdowns are caused by animals and how much the damage can cost.
PESTS IN NESTS
Electrical equipment is exposed outdoors, or in cellars and conduits. Boilers in basements and rooftop air conditioning units also attract birds, rodents and other pests, which can short out connections as they move about or nest in equipment.
Although there are many causes of equipment breakdowns, accidents involving animals always get people’s attention. You might be surprised by how many breakdowns are caused by animals and how much the damage can cost.
