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Avatar for Little Buddy Electric, LLC
Little Buddy Electric, LLC
4.9(
32
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade+12 more

Serving Prineville, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"BJ was the first to respond (within minutes) to my request for help with an electrical issue I was having in my garage. Initially, we both thought it was an issue with a bad GFI so he replaced it. However, that proved to not be the case, rather it was an external plug (sharing the same wall) that was connected to a bad extension cord...thus the outage at the GFI and all the outlets in the garage. He continued to check in over the course of the next two days to verify that the solution was working. I really appreciated the diligence and the thoroughness. I would highly recommend Little Buddy!"
Zinsco panel. One of the worst panels and breakers
A mess of Zinsco
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ace Handyman Services Bend
5.0(
5
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Prineville, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi, Bend, Sunriver, Sisters, Prineville, Redmond and surrounding areas! We’re your locally-owned Bend, Oregon, handyman service proudly serving Central Oregon. We’re the best local experts at residential & commercial handyman services including drywall repair and patching, door repair and installation, interior and exterior painting, and carpentry jobs like deck repairs, fence and gate repairs, or wood framing due to termites, wood rot, or water damage. And so much more! Our local craftsmen are background-checked, insured, and reliable, giving you the trust and confidence you deserve for the best handyman near you.

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Wallace Electric
5.0(
26
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install

Serving Prineville, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great quality, efficient, professional and timely. Miles dove right in and got the job done. He made sure I understood all my options and provided details on each option. Wallace electric is my choice for all future electrical projects."
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tomahawk Electric
4.8(
25
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by Consumer+13 more

Serving Prineville, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dave, the owner, is a very customer service oriented professional. He quickly diagnosed the 2 problems that I had and offered suggestions on how to repair the situations. I chose to order the part myself for one of the problems. He repaired out stair lights within minutes. There is a $100 minimum charge for coming out that you should be aware of, but I would highly recommend Dave and Tomahawk Electric, Inc. if you are looking for a dependable electrician."
400 amp service
Multi family
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Sprinkler valves typically have 16 AWG or 18 AWG wires. AWG, or American Wire Gauge, is the standard measurement for wire gauge sizing in the U.S. The gauge is the thickness of the wire, with higher AWG numbers indicating thinner wires. You can find the gauge measurement in your sprinkler system’s user manual or on the sprinkler manufacturer’s website.

How far you can run underground electric depends on the wire gauge (generally AWG) and the circuit voltage. Too much voltage drop in an electrical circuit can negatively affect performance, so the smaller the voltage drop, the better. Ideally, it shouldn't exceed 3%. The smaller the wire and the longer the run, the more significant the voltage drop. 

For example, with a 120-volt circuit, you can run 60 feet of 12 AWG cable without losing more than 3% voltage. With a 240-volt circuit, you can run 120 feet of 12 AWG wire while maintaining a voltage drop of 3% or less.

The most likely cause of accidentally flashing lights is that a regular bulb has been replaced with a flash bulb by accident. If that’s not the case, you should look for a bulb on the strand that is not quite seated properly and will lose its connection when it’s touched or moved.

Often, simply looking at a Christmas light fuse will reveal whether it’s blown or not. Dark staining inside the glass that looks like a burn mark means the fuse has blown. If a burn mark isn’t evident, visually inspect the fuse for an intact filament inside. The fuse is no longer usable if the filament is broken or appears non-existent.  

Choosing between 12- or 14-gauge wire for your house depends on the electrical requirements of the circuit. A 12-gauge wire is thicker and can handle more power, making it better suited for devices such as kitchen appliances, air conditioning units, or electric heaters.

A 14-gauge wire is thinner and can handle less electrical current than a 12-gauge wire. It's ideal for circuits with lower power requirements, such as lighting or general-purpose outlets in bedrooms or living rooms.

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