Pixelation and internet dropouts

Well, after two tech visits, it might have been solved. But it's only Monday and was fixed on the last Saturday. Connections at house box and joint neighborhood box were outdated, and then the cable at the house was cut and black taped over, somewhat exposing the shielding. This might have been why reception during wind and storms were such an aggravation. New connections, no black tape and things have worked good, for the most part. Internet dropped out Saturday evening, but otherwise things are operating in good stead.