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- February 10, 2020
Home Wiring Basics FAQs
What are some home wiring basics that you should know? Read on for the answers to a few FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions). Hopefully, this basic information will provide a short,… - February 10, 2020
How Much Electrical Power Do I Need For My Home?
Take a look at that headline. Seems sorta wacky. How much electrical power do I need for my home? It’s not like there’s a chance that we might run out… - February 10, 2020
How Circuit Breakers Work — And What Happens When They Don’t
In order to live and work in the modern world, we need household electricity. Without it, we’re left in the dark! Circuit breakers are an essential device of any electrical… - February 10, 2020
How To Avoid Short Circuits At Home
Short circuits are a common type of electrical problem in the home. But don’t let their common nature fool you — they can do serious damage to your home and… - February 9, 2020
Household Electric Circuits
Curious about household electric circuits? So are we! At Prairie Electric, we’ve got our brains and our hands wrapped around all sorts of exciting projects. We’re happy to say that… - February 8, 2020
Troubleshooting A High Electric Bill
We’ve all heard of the phrase “sticker shock.” It’s when we’re thrown for a loop when an item we’re interested in buying turns out to cost way more than we… - February 8, 2020
Electrical 101 For The Homeowner
The other day, we got to thinkin’: If we were to put together a sort of Electrical 101 for the Homeowner, what would it look like? What subjects would it… - February 25, 2019
Short Circuit Causes and Effects
With electricity, we’re able to keep our houses warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and power appliances, lights, and outlets through the house. If installed correctly, electrical wiring… - February 22, 2019
Types Of Electrical Wiring In Most Homes
Time to chat about the types of electrical wiring in homes — or rather, the types of electrical wiring in most homes. With the advent of “smart” appliances, massive entertainment… - February 15, 2019
What is a neutral wire?
If you’ve ever been part of a home remodel or even a new build, you are probably familiar with the wiring that runs throughout the home. This wiring is usually…