Electrical guides
Plain-English answers to the most common electrical problems, for homeowners in Spokane.
Spokane Home Electrical Calendar
A free month-by-month checklist for homeowners in Spokane.
Preparing for Winter Power Outages in Spokane
Lessons from Ice Storm '96 and the 2015 windstorm: how Spokane homes can prepare for winter outages, use generators safely and protect electronics.
Why Does My Breaker Keep Tripping?
The common reasons a breaker trips, how to reset one safely, what to try first and when a tripping breaker means it's time for an electrician.
Signs Your Spokane Home Has Old Wiring
How to tell whether an older Spokane home still has knob-and-tube, cloth wiring or ungrounded circuits, and what to do about it.
Is My Electrical Panel Big Enough?
How to tell if your panel has room for a heat pump, EV charger or remodel, what amp ratings mean and when an upgrade makes sense.
Warning Signs at Outlets and Switches
Scorch marks, warm covers, buzzing and loose plugs: what each warning sign at an outlet or switch means and what to do.
Hiring a Licensed Electrician in Washington
How Washington licenses electrical contractors and certifies electricians, how to check them with L&I, and what permits and inspections to expect.
Electrical problem in the Spokane area?
Send a request and an electrician will get in touch. Requests answered 7 days a week.
Prefer email? [email protected]