Chapple Electric Blog
Boating Safety Tips That Will Save Your Life
Jun 03, 2026
For many, swimming and boating are synonymous with summer fun. However, there are many hazards that come along with these leisurely summer activities. Just like your home, it is critical that you have your boat inspected regularly by a licensed electrician and that you are familiar with the electrical system so you can identify and correct any potential hazards. The following safety tips will also help you enjoy boating safely with your friends and family: Never allow swimming near the boat, marina, or launching ramp. Residual current could flow into the water ... Read more...Gift Ideas for Dad
Jun 03, 2026
If you are trying to find something special for Dad that isn’t socks or a tie, let us give you some out-of-the-box suggestions for gifts that Pop can really use. Naturally, we have some lights in mind but there are several different gifts you can get for the father-figure in your life. Save Him Some Cash What better way to say “Thanks, Dad” than to line his pockets with cash—indir... Read more...14 Must Read Camping Safety Tips
Jun 02, 2026
Every year, more than 30 million Americans leave the comfort of their homes to sleep under the stars. There are lots of reasons to rough it on a camping trip, from physical health benefits to stress relief. In order for a safe, comfortable, and exciting experience with Mother Nature, learn all the camping electrical safety dos and don'ts! Before you leave on your trip, follow these tips and gather the necessary supplies to help you stay safe! 1. Pack a fire extinguisher rated for electrical fires. 2. Inspect all electronics to make sure they are in good working order. 3.... Read more...Summer Outdoor Electrical Safety
Jun 03, 2026
It’s important to remember while enjoying the summer weather, while outside or around the home, that there could be a variety of electrical hazards lingering. While not obvious at first, these issues could cause very serious (and potentially fatal) injury through electric shock. Our team at Chapple Electric has created a list of common outdoor and indoor hazards to be aware of. Summer Outdoor Electrical Safety Power Line Safety Stay away from power lines with your body, toys, sticks, or anything an electrical current could travel down. Power li... Read more...Stay Cool While Saving Energy
Jun 03, 2026
Take time to incorporate these strategies to help you save energy during the summer when the weather is warm and you are trying to keep your home cool. Some of the tips below are free and can be used on a daily basis to increase your savings; others are simple and inexpensive actions you can take to ensure maximum savings through the summer! GET A BRIGHT IDEA! Ditch those ancient incandescent light bulbs, which give off 90 percent of their energy as heat. Instead opt for cooler, more efficient alternatives like CFLs or LEDs. Give YOUR HVAC SOME TLC! Change your filter r... Read more...Parking Lot Lighting: What You Need to Know
Apr 29, 2026
Although a well-lit parking lot is essential for a good business, many companies neglect to think about their parking lot lighting. But just like a clean, organized interior, the exterior of your building reflects the company and its values. You want customers, employees, and associates to view your building as a warm, inviting place. When the parking lot is barely lit, it lowers the customers’ confidence in the business and lowers the number of customers visiting at night, which will impact your weekly sales. You also need to consider that just one incident of theft, harassment, o... Read more...Think Spring: Your Electrical Checklist
Apr 09, 2026
It’s time to start spring cleaning projects, and while there’s plenty to do, we suggest another area — your home electrical system. After all, when it comes to electricity, some simple preventative maintenance can save you from electrical shock and fire hazards. Here’s some ideas to help you keep your power system as spring fresh as the rest of your home. Kitchen Make sure all countertop appliances are plugged into a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet. If your home doesn’t have GFCI outlets installed near water sources—such as in the bathro... Read more...What You Need to Know About Your Electric Panel
Apr 09, 2026
A home’s electrical panel is the kind of thing that most people don’t typically think about, that is until they really have to, and then suddenly it becomes one of the most important things in your home! At the very least, be certain that your electrical system is a part of your spring "to do" list. Faulty electrical wiring isn’t just extremely expensive to fix but it may even pose a significant fire risk. Location is Key Your electrical panel is probably located in your garage, basement, utility room, laundry room, or possibly even inside a closet. It... Read more...Keep Your Home Green This St. Patrick's Day To Avoid Getting Pinched!
Mar 04, 2026
3 Ways To Help Your Home Be More “Green” No one likes getting pinched on St. Patrick’s Day for not wearing green. A great way to join the festive mood - and avoid the painful pinch - is to “go green” by implementing eco-friendly, energy-saving practices at home. Read to discover three simple ways to save energy and money, even after St. Paddy’s Day has come and gone. Utilize More Natural Light Most homeowners have already made the switch from incandescent bulbs to more efficient LED or compact fluorescent bulbs. But even these can eat up a ... Read more...Do's & Don'ts of Using an Electric Blanket
Feb 11, 2026
One of the more popular warming methods, and more antiquated, is the electric blanket. Our electricians have come up with a list of Do's and Don'ts for you to stay safe!! What You Should Do Do examine your blanket thoroughly every time before use. Be mindful of any areas that look burnt or worn by wiring. Do read the manufacturer’s manual completely. Do keep heat levels within manufacturer specifications. Do turn off the blanket when not in use. Do use new and up-to-date electric blankets. If you own a blanket that is more than ten years... Read more...Fall In Love With Your Carbon Monoxide Detector
Feb 11, 2026
This Valentine's Day give your family a gift that can save their life!! Make safety a priority this Valentine's Day and fall in love with taking care of and understanding how your Carbon Monoxide Detector works! Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, tasteless, invisible and poisonous gas produced by any fuel-burning device like stoves, furnaces, gas ranges or grills. Exposure to carbon monoxide gas can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning. A carbon monoxide alarm alerts you to elevated CO levels in your home, providing you and your family with an early warning to help you safely escape t... Read more...Severe Weather:What you Need to Know
Jan 30, 2026
IT'S NOT IF....IT'S WHEN. Winter is here and winter storms are inevitable -when they meet our outdated electric power infrastructure, the result is often widespread power outages. The time to prepare is before severe weather hits. It’s not a question of ‘if’ but ‘when’ the next storm hits-will you and your loved ones be ready? And what do you need to do to better prepare at home, work, school, and on the road? Winter weather preparedness consists of THREE SIMPLE STEPS: 1.PREPARE YOUR HOME AND FAMILY FOR SEVERE WEATHER Make ... Read more...Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention
Jan 22, 2026
As temperature continue to drop and winter is in full effect, remember to check the batteries in your carbon monoxide (CO) detector. If you don’t have a battery-powered or battery back-up CO alarm, now is a great time to buy one. More than 400 people die each year in the United States from unintentional, non-fire related CO poisoning. CO is found in fumes produced by furnaces, vehicles, generators, stoves, lanterns, gas ranges, or burning charcoal or wood. CO from these sources can build up in enclosed or partially enclosed spaces. People and animals in these spaces can be poisone... Read more...Electrical Safety Tips For This Winter Season
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Jan 22, 2026
As the temperature drops, Chapple Electric's expert electrical team wants you and your family to stay safe this winter by following these tips. Keep Flammable Items Away From Heat Sources Seek to remove any flammable items from around your heat source. Establish a 3-foot perimeter around any heat source such as a space heater, fireplace, wood stove, or other heating device. A three-foot perimeter surrounding the heat source can serve to prevent injuries to children and pets in the home as well. Never Leave Heaters Unattended Turn portable h... Read more...Fire Safety Checklist
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Jan 09, 2026
Everyone in your family has a role to play in your home’s fire safety. Most importantly, kids should be familiar with how smoke detectors sound and what your home fire escape plan is. The checklists below can help prepare you and your family. PARENTS' CHECKLIST Are the batteries working in all your smoke alarms? Does your home have interconnected smoke alarms (when one sounds, they all sound)? Do you test the batteries in the smoke alarms at least once a month? Does your family have a home fire escape plan that includes two ways out of each room? Does your entire fami... Read more...How To Test A Smoke Detector
Jan 09, 2026
Installing a smoke detector is an inexpensive way to protect you and your loved ones from getting caught in a dangerous situation. It is important to remember, though, that smoke detectors can only help you if they are functioning properly. If not maintained properly, your smoke detector could fail you when you need it most. Performing a Safety Test Step 1 Warn family members. Unless you are trying to conduct a fire drill, you should let everyone in the home know that you will be testing the smoke detector so that they will not feel frightened when t... Read more...About Chapple Electric
Chapple Electric LLC is a second generation, family owned company that was started in 1978 by our founder, Charles Chapple. What started out as a small 2 man operation doing residential electrical repairs has now become a large commercial, residential and industrial electrical contracting company, which operates with several crews across the state of Michigan. From the very beginning, complete customer satisfaction has been the cornerstone of our success and longevity.Chapple Electric is one of Michigan's most trusted names in electrical repairs, installation and upgrades. Since 1978, we have been committed to excellence in design, workmanship, competitive pricing and customer service.
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Why Choose Chapple Electric?
At Chapple Electric, we know that the electrical system is the lifeblood of any structure. How that system functions can either enhance or hamper the comfort and productivity of its occupants. In order for the electrical system to function properly, it must be designed and tailored to the owner's needs and usage, correctly installed and be backed by a service team available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.To ensure this happens, you need to work with a company that's on top of the trade. One that knows electrical systems inside and out, and is in step with all the current codes and standards for the profession as well as the latest in technological and product advances. A company that has the professional staff and experience to design, build, deliver, install and maintain a system that's done right. Read More
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