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…
Bidet Seat Electrical Requirements
Lots of people are beginning to come around to the idea of installing a bidet in their bathroom. Depending on the type of bidet they choose, they may need to familiarize themselves with bidet seat electrical requirements. Why are we…
Smoke Detector Placement Diagram and Safety Tips
It’s easy to find a smoke detector placement diagram online. What’s more important, however, is making sure you follow the recommendations of safety professionals. This includes not just the proper placement of smoke detectors, but the regular care, inspection, and…
Add Outlet To Wall? Leave it to the Professionals
We have some good news if you’re searching online for how to “add outlet to wall.” Your search ends here at Prairie Electric in Vancouver, Washington! There are a couple of reasons for that. First, we are the electrical contracting…
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….
Your Personal Electrical Home Inspection Checklist
Even nonprofessionals can perform a routine electrical home inspection from time to time. It just takes a little know-how and a willingness to learn a few fundamentals. Of course, it’s important to remember that only an electrician can perform a…
Gas Stoves vs. Electric Stoves: A Comparison
When the time comes to upgrade kitchen appliances, many of us consider trying something new or different. For example, if we’ve always used a gas stove, we may consider switching to an electric range — or vice versa. And when…
Smart Home Projects: The Future is Now
You may have heard the phrase “smart home.” You may even have a general idea of what it means regarding eco-friendly technology and overall energy efficiency. But have you ever really explored smart home projects and what they might mean…
Patio Lighting Ideas DIY: Three Effective Solutions
Summer will be here before we know it. Pretty soon, we’ll have hours and hours of daylight, warm temperatures, and chances to hang with friends and family outdoors. With those pleasant future plans in mind, we thought it would be…
How To Buy Electrical Panels
In need of a new electrical panel? This is an important electrical device in any home or office. All the circuits in your home feed into a central circuit breaker panel — also known as the fuse box (in older…