Multi-Use + Multi-Family
Prairie Electric delivers expert electrical services for multi-use and multi-family projects—from new construction to retrofits and upgrades.
Electrical Contracting for Multi-Use + Multi-Family Projects
At Prairie Electric, we power the places where people live, work, shop, and connect. From mixed-use towers with retail on the ground floor to large-scale multi-family developments and urban infill apartments, our team delivers full-scope electrical services for some of the most complex commercial-residential builds throughout Washington and the Pacific Northwest.
Whether you’re planning a brand-new development or modernizing aging infrastructure, Prairie Electric is built to handle the electrical demands of today’s high-density, energy-efficient living spaces—with smart planning, dependable execution, and a future-ready mindset.
Built for Builders: Our Work with General Contractors
For new construction, we partner early and often with general contractors, design teams, and project owners to deliver cohesive electrical systems that meet tight schedules and evolving specs. We’ve worked on everything from 300+ unit apartment complexes with podium parking to vertical mixed-use projects anchored by restaurants and retail.
We understand your priorities—clear communication, on-time delivery, minimal change orders, and an electrical subcontractor who plays well with others. You’ve got progress to make; we’re here to keep the power flowing.
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Mixed-use and multi-family developments come with unique challenges. Multiple tenant types. Varied occupancy needs. Different systems under one roof. Prairie Electric specializes in unifying all of them with reliable, code-compliant electrical infrastructure—installed by expert tradespeople who understand the complexity of the build.
Complete Electrical System Installation
We provide full-service electrical installation from foundation to final trim, including:
- Main electrical service and utility coordination
- Panelboards, breaker systems, and load centers for common areas and units
- In-unit electrical rough-in, device install, and finish work
- Power distribution for commercial and tenant spaces
- Energy monitoring systems
- GFCI, AFCI, and surge protection
Everything is installed per the latest NEC, state, and local codes—inspected and documented for seamless closeout.
Smart Lighting and Energy Control Systems
Lighting installs go far beyond bulb-and-switch installs. We offer:
- LED lighting packages for units, corridors, stairwells, parking, and storefronts
- Smart dimming controls and energy-saving sensors in common areas
- Outdoor lighting with dusk-to-dawn automation
- Garage and landscape illumination with security integrations
Lighting isn’t just functional—it’s a huge part of curb appeal and user experience. We make sure it looks as good as it performs.
Low Voltage Systems & Infrastructure
Today’s tenants expect a strong digital foundation everywhere they live or work. Prairie Electric installs commercial-grade low voltage systems, routing and terminating:
- Structured cabling for internet, POS, and TVs
- Telephone & intercom systems
- Door access and smart key hardware
- Security cameras and AV surveillance
- Fire alarm systems & elevator interface wiring
We coordinate directly with the low voltage vendors where needed or self-perform to meet your project’s specs.
HVAC Mechanical & Life Safety Integration
We wire everything the building depends on behind the scenes:
- HVAC control wiring and thermostat power
- Smoke control systems tied to fire alarm networks
- Generator and backup power system wiring
- Emergency exit lighting, stairwell battery packs, and egress circuits
- Carbon monoxide and smoke detector circuits in units and garages
All integrated with attention to sequence of operations and code compliance—so nothing gets missed when inspectors walk on site.
Electrical Design/Build for Complex Multi-Use Projects
With mixed-use builds, a copy-and-paste electrical design won’t cut it. That’s why Prairie Electric offers preconstruction services often starting before the first footing is poured. Our design/build capabilities help GCs and owners reduce cost, improve layout efficiency, and streamline project sequencing.
Our team supports you with:
- Electrical system layouts and CAD drawings
- Load calculations and feeder sizing
- Value engineering opportunities to reduce install costs
- Coordination with mechanical and structural
- Lighting control design and photometric planning
From shell and core to final tenant fit-outs, we work with the full picture in mind—helping you avoid rework, delays, and surprises.
Need Upgrades or Retrofits? We Work Directly with Owners Too
While our new-build work is typically with general contractors, we also serve property managers, developers, and building owners directly for renovations, system upgrades, or infrastructure replacements. We’ve tackled everything from:
- Panel replacements in aging apartment buildings
- Parking lot LED upgrades
- Emergency generator install in established high-rises
- Electrical troubleshooting and energy audits
- Modernizing in-unit wiring for smart upgrades
Whether you’re making improvements to meet code, add tenant value, or increase cash flow—we’ve got seasoned electrical crews ready to help.
Powering Multi-Use Living Without Compromise
In mixed-use and multi-family builds, there’s no room for slowdowns or cracked communication. You need an electrical contractor that won’t overpromise, that understands workflow sequencing, and that shows up ready to work—with craftsmanship that reflects the quality of your development.
Prairie Electric is trusted by general contractors across the Pacific Northwest for new construction and by developers and property managers for upgrades and retrofits alike. We’re wired for jobs that require coordination, clarity, and total commitment.
Let’s talk about your project. Contact us today to bring Prairie Electric onto your multi-use or multi-family development—whether it’s a hole in the ground or a high-rise in need of new life.
