How can I keep my home safe this winter? Excellent question! One of the most overlooked winter heating tools is your in-home fireplace. It’s easy to forget about since you don’t use it year-round. When left uninspected, your fireplace can cause serious damages to your home. So before you light your next fire, follow these  … Read more

Whether you use your garage for a work area or just for storage, Metro Electric is here to remind you of a couple ways you could improve this space to be safer for every member of the family. Small Children There are many electrical risks for young children in the garage, and even with careful  … Read more

The U.S. Department of Energy says you can save 10% a year on heating and cooling costs by turning your thermostat back 7 to 10 degrees from its normal setting for 8 hours a day. According to a study by the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, nearly 90% of Americans say they’ve rarely (or never) programmed  … Read more

The threat of faulty wiring to homes focuses on houses built before the 1950s. Why? Because in the 1950s, the electrical wiring standards were less stringent than today. While older homes were built to handle 30 amps of power, most newer homes demand 100 to 200 amps. This demand places a significant strain on a  … Read more

We are in the midst of Michigan’s winter storm season. Sometimes these storms can lead to power outages or structural damage. Metro Electric is here to remind you that downed power lines can be deadly. ALWAYS assume a downed power line is live and avoid going near it or anything in contact with it. Always  … Read more

When storms dominate the forecast, there are a few simple steps every family should take. Stocking up on non-perishables and minimizing outdoor travel seems like no-brainers, but beyond finding a matched set of mittens, many families forget some of the other simple steps required to keep safe and warm. Run the water regularly Your plumbing  … Read more

Understanding Fire Extinguisher Types This household necessity collects dust until the moment when you need it the most. Don’t underestimate the power behind your household fire extinguishers. It’s time to optimize your firefighting success by pairing the correct extinguisher with its associated fire type. Does your home have the correct extinguishers in the proper places?  … Read more

This month’s goal: Be prepared to give first aid while waiting for an ambulance. Many public places have a first aid kit, oxygen, or an AED (automated external defibrillator) to treat people. These items can only save lives if someone knows how to use them. Knowing how to apply a bandage, identify the signs and  … Read more

What’s on the menu this holiday season? Safety! The kitchen is the heart of a home. It’s where your family gathers to cook favorite recipes, share warm meals, and reconnect with each other. But, it’s also the location where two-thirds of all home fires start. For each year from 2014 to 2016, an estimated 2,400  … Read more

This month’s goal: Remember important items that may be overlooked when leaving your home in a disaster. Put together an emergency kit with important items to keep at home, and a go bag with items you will need to take with you if you evacuate. You can make kits for your home, car or workplace.  … Read more