In recent years, bidets have gained popularity for their enhanced hygiene, soothing hot water, and environmental benefits, including less need for toilet paper. However, when considering installing a bidet in your bathroom, you might encounter the challenge of bidet wiring….
TRRs: Electrical Safeguarding At Home
As expert electricians in the Pacific Northwest, we believe that your safety and the safety of your loved ones are of utmost importance. Today, we will delve into the world of tamper-resistant receptacles, exploring their purpose, installation, and effectiveness. Let’s…
Cold Air Through Electrical Outlets: Q&A
Have you been feeling a chill through an electrical outlet? It can be concerning, but a few solutions are relatively simple and inexpensive. Greetings, homeowners and fellow electrical service industry enthusiasts! As your friendly neighborhood electrical experts, we are here…
Can You Plug A Surge Protector Into An Extension Cord?
Surge protectors are utilized to protect you and your equipment from unexpected electrical surges. These surges often occur due to faulty wiring, restoration of power after a power outage, or lightning strikes. But can you plug a surge protector into…
Lights Flicker When Dryer Starts
Do your lights flicker when the dryer starts? Generally speaking, do you have lights at home that flicker regularly? Do you notice that they especially flicker when your dryer or other large appliance, such as an air conditioner, turns on?…
Power Went Out In Whole House
So the power went out in the whole house? It can happen at a moment’s notice: The power goes off and suddenly everything is quiet and dark. What should you do when you have lost power and want to restore…
Cost to Update Electrical Wiring in Home
There’s just something about buying an older home, whether it’s the classic built-in shelving, funky staircases, overall design, or any number of other nuances. Or maybe there’s a feeling that “they just don’t build them like that anymore.” In some…
Lower Heating Bill in Winter
(Updated Dec. 6, 2021) Electricity keeps you comfortable, healthy, clean, and connected. It also costs you money. That’s especially true in winter when heating costs can skyrocket. The good news is it’s easy to save money on your heating costs…
Save Money on Electric Bill While Working From Home
The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has forced millions of people to forego the traditional work environment. They have given up their commute and instead have their workstations set up at home. On the one hand, work attire all of a sudden…
How To Measure Power Consumption
Longtime readers of the Prairie Electric Blog will no doubt find themselves circling around the headline of this piece and asking themselves the following questions. “How to measure power consumption? Haven’t we already covered that topic?” Well, yes and no….