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  • A modern bathroom with white marble tiles, a wall-mounted toilet and bidet, a sink with a mirror above, and a yellow soap dispenser on the countertop. A large mirror and towel radiator are visible, all installed with precision by our expert Vancouver electrician.
    November 22, 2023

    Bidets: Seat Top & Full Appliance Wiring

    Bidet wiring may seem daunting, but Prairie Electric's experienced electricians ensure safe, efficient installation for enhanced bathroom comfort.
  • A gray wall-mounted outlet panel with a power outlet, phone jack, and USB port is expertly installed by a Vancouver electrician below a wooden shelf.
    November 21, 2023

    TRRs: Electrical Safeguarding At Home

    Tamper-resistant receptacles (TRRs) are essential for preventing electrical accidents, especially in homes with young children. Trust licensed electricians for safe installation.
  • A hand expertly plugging a white electrical cord into a white wall outlet, showcasing the precision of a Vancouver electrician.
    November 21, 2023

    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.
  • A coiled yellow extension cord with a clear plastic plug and socket lies on a wooden surface, ready for any electrical task an electrician might need in Vancouver, WA.
    July 25, 2022

    Can You Plug A Surge Protector Into An Extension Cord?

    Ever wondered about plugging a surge protector into an extension cord? Let's explore the safety of this common question.
  • A person is carrying two laundry baskets filled with colorful clothes in a home setting, resembling the multitasking skills of an electrician in Vancouver, WA.
    July 25, 2022

    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…
  • A hand holding a lit candle near an electrical panel in a dimly lit environment highlights the need for expert attention from a Vancouver electrician.
    July 22, 2022

    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…
  • A group of yellow and white electrical wires run through the wooden framing of a wall, connected to a gray electrical box, skillfully installed by an electrician in Vancouver WA.
    December 29, 2021

    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…
  • December 6, 2021

    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…
  • Close-up of a broken incandescent light bulb lying on its side with a glowing filament and visible cracks in the glass, almost as if it needs the skilled touch of an electrician in Vancouver, WA.
    September 25, 2020

    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.…
  • A close-up image of an analog electricity meter displaying the measurement in kilowatt-hours. The dials show different numbers indicating energy consumption, seamlessly monitored by a skilled Vancouver electrician.
    July 6, 2020

    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?…