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Oregon’s 2025 Fluorescent Tube Ban: Everything You Need to Know and How to Prepare

Prepare for Oregon's 2025 fluorescent tube ban with expert LED transition services. Save energy and comply with new...

Electrical in Remodeling 101

Why DIY Electrical Work is Risky: Trust Sherwood's Expert Electrician at Classic Electric

Discover why DIY electrical work is risky and why hiring a professional electrician like Classic Electric in Sherwood,...

Electrical in Remodeling 101

15 Essential Questions to Ask Your Electrician - Before Starting Your Home Improvements

Ensure your home improvement project runs smoothly by asking your electrician these essential questions before...

Master Electrician

Why Hiring a Licensed Electrician is Crucial for Your Hot Tub Installation

Hiring a licensed electrician is crucial for your hot tub installation. Ensure safety, code compliance, and quality...

Home Remodel

Everything You Need to Know About Your Home Inspection

Learn the key aspects of home inspections and how to navigate the process when buying or selling a home. Make informed...

Electrical 101

Top 5 Fall and Winter Electrical Safety Tips

Prepare your home for the fall and winter seasons with our top 5 electrical safety tips. These precautions will keep...

Electrical in Remodeling 101

Why Aluminum Wiring in Outlets is Not Safe in Your Newberg Home

Learn why aluminum wiring in outlets is not safe for your home. Find out the dangers of loose connections and the...

Electrical 101

Top 5 Spring and Summer Electrical Safety Tips

With a new season comes different safety concerns. You should be aware of these electrical tips for spring and summer...

Electrical 101

Smoke Detector and Carbon Monoxide Detector Safety 101: A Lifesaving Guide for Homeowners

In this guide, we cover the basics of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, how to maintain them, and how to react in...

Electrical 101

How to Choose the Right Emergency Generator for Your House Near Sherwood

If you are considering a generator for your house during a power outage, here are some tips about what to buy and how...

Master Electrician

Why 5-Star Reviewed Electricians with Fewer Reviews are Actually the Best Electricians

Want to hire a great electrician? Read reviews carefully, there are some things to watch out for when you are reading...

Electrical 101

How to Choose the Right Electrician Near Sherwood for Your Home Electrical Projects

Here is our list of the top ways you can determine if you are hiring the right electrician for you and your project.

Electrical 101

How Much Will it Cost to Have an EV (Electric Vehicle) Charger Installed in my Sherwood Oregon Home?

Here we discuss the factors that will affect how much it will cost for you to have an EV (electric vehicle) charger...

Master Electrician

Why You Need Tamper Resistant Receptacle Outlets in Your Tualatin Oregon Home

What is a tamper resistant receptacle outlet and where in your home should you be using them to keep your kids safe?

Master Electrician

Why Do I Have So Many Light Switches in my Tigard Oregon Home? What Do They Do?

Have you ever wondered why you have so many light switches and what they control? Our Oregon Master Electrician has...

Master Electrician

What do Reverse Polarity and Double Tap Mean on My Tualatin Oregon Home Inspection Report?

You probably see the terms reverse polarity and double taps in home inspection reports. They are among the most common...

Master Electrician

How To Label An Electrical Panel (The Right Way) in Your Tigard Oregon Home

Have you ever wondered which breaker to turn off in your electrical panel? Learn the right way to label your electrical...

Master Electrician

Top Considerations When Buying or Having a Ceiling Fan Installed in Your Tigard Oregon Home

Do you know which ceiling fan is right for your Tigard Oregon home? Learn more about the different styles,...

Master Electrician

Top Considerations When Researching an Electrical Panel Change or a Service Change​ for Your Sherwood Home

This blog lays out the top points to consider when you are thinking about having an electrical panel or service change...

Master Electrician

Top 5 Electrical Projects to Enhance Your Tualatin Oregon Outdoor Space This Spring and Summer

Planning an outdoor project that requires electrical work? Here are the top five electrical projects that will enhance...

Master Electrician

Is my Sherwood Oregon Federal Pacific Electrical Panel Safe?

Not sure if your electrical panel is safe? Classic Electric is a licensed Master Electrician serving the Sherwood OR...

Electrical 101

How Much Should I Budget for my Electrical Project Costs?

Learn how to determine the cost of your electrical project and stay within budget. Consider factors such as complexity,...

Lighting 101

An Electrician Watching Christmas Vacation

The holidays are meant to be a fun time with family. Keep your family safe by practicing safe electrical wiring and...

Electrical 101

The Hidden Danger of Loose Connections in Electrical Outlets

Learn some of the warning signs that your electrical outlets might be loose and need to be checked by a Master...

Master Electrician

The Personality of an Electrician

As part of the career field, electricians have a very high attention to detail. But what else should you know about...