When it comes to residential and commercial electrical jobs, there are some substantial differences. Wiring a commercial or residential job may seem similar in many ways. However, not all electricians are trained or capable to handle both. The size of…
“Plyscrapers”, Cross-Laminated Timber, and The Canyons
Here’s a word you should probably get used to hearing: plyscrapers. What are plyscrapers? They’re skyscrapers made of wood! The “ply” comes from plywood, although the term “plyscraper” is really just a play on words. We’re really talking about something…
Choosing Electrical Design-Build Contractors in Washington State
If you’ve won the contract for a new construction project or remodel in Vancouver and are starting to map out your project scope, consider bringing electrical design-build contractors into the conference room. Having an electrical contractor on the design-build team…
What is Clash Detection?
UPDATED: March 21, 2020 What is clash detection, and how can it help avoid electrical problems? Simply put, clash detection is a tool used in the building information modeling (BIM) process. During clash detection, a computer model of a building…
Why the PNW Is a Hotbed for Data Centers
Have you ever wondered why the Pacific Northwest is such a thriving hotspot for data centers? There is always a new data center in Portland that is opening up, which begs the question – why this area? The answer is…
How to make industrial processes more efficient
When it comes to industrial electrical solutions, meeting production demands with as little downtime as possible is key in just about any industry. Automated processes require well-designed control systems to improve overall efficacy and provide reliable monitoring information about the…
Electrical Preventative Maintenance for Commercial Businesses
(Updated Feb. 20, 2021) As the general manager of a commercial business or a business owner, profit margins can be razor-thin. Whether you’re leasing the facility that houses your business or own it outright, any problems with the operation can…
You’ll Never Guess What We’re Up To In Our Lighting Design Department
At Prairie Electric, we provide much more than just household electrical repair. When businesses or homeowners are seeking the perfect lighting design to set the mood in an eatery, office, or industrial facility, they contact our engineering team to create…
Intelligent Street Lights
Calling all city workers: which one of you wouldn’t want to be able to check for outed street lighting from the comfort of your desk? We thought so. Enter the lighting system Tvilight, invented by Dutch designer Chintan Shah, who,…
LEED Energy Saving Solutions
Looking to LEED-certify your building? LEED practices greatly reduce the carbon footprint left by your home or business and save you money on energy costs over time. At Prairie Electric, we are extensively-trained in LEED certification, creating sustainable architecture that…