Home Safety

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Use Your Space Heater Safely

Many people use space heaters for winter warmth, but they can be dangerous if used improperly. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that 25,000 home fires every...

I Am Only Planting A Bush, Do I Really Need To Call 811 First?

Did you know that many utilities are buried just a few inches below ground? You can easily hit a line when digging for simple...

What can you do to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?

Do's DO purchase and install carbon monoxide detectors that meet Underwriters Laboratories (UL) standard 2034-95. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for proper placement, use and maintenance....

Security Tips For Connected Devices

Today’s market offers a plethora of new gadgets and devices that claim to make our homes smarter, safer, and more efficient. But as with...

3 Ways To Protect Electronics From Power Surges

Power surges can cause major damage to electrical items in your home. Did you know there are ways to protect your products from electrical...

For Safe Digging, Call Miss DIG

MISS DIG has been the first step in utility damage prevention and excavation safety in Michigan for over 45 years. MISS DIG is a...

6 Portable Generator Safety Tips

Keep it outside NEVER run a generator indoors or in partly-enclosed areas, such as garages. Using a fan or opening doors and windows will not...

Can I Streamline My Passwords?

Ah, passwords—the internet’s most helpful headache.No matter how much you want to protect your data, it can be tempting to simplify your ever-growing password...

How To Prevent Electric Shock Drowning

Each year, 3,800 people in the U.S. die from drowning. Electric shock drowning occurs when an electric current escapes boats, docks, and lights near marinas, shocking...

Know What’s Below: Call Before You Dig

For your safety and for the protection of underground utility lines, always follow these steps before starting any digging project. 1. Contact MISS DIG at...

Global Comfort Food Recipes Due by January 1

Share your favorite “Global Comfort Food” recipe with us by January 1 and you could win a $100.00 credit on your electric bill. Plus,...