The fiber optic cable is being damaged by chewing.
The fiber optic cable is being damaged by chewing.
Over the past four years, our internet provider has changed the fiber optic connection eight times. The problem appears to be rodents chewing through the cable. Although they installed it underground, the damage persists. Our location is near woods and trees, so I’m curious if there’s a way to protect the cable with a coating to prevent rodents. They’ve previously said they won’t replace it and will only offer service, which is unusual since they’re our only local internet company. The underground fiber was placed in a half-inch PVC pipe.
You might apply a substance that keeps animals away, though most aren’t designed for long-term use. It’s not completely reliable. A better option is to wrap it in a material the animal can’t break through—something metal that withstands weather conditions.
Use robust underground wires, such as steel-coated ones or pipes.