Do you hate your garage? Many people in Vancouver Washington and the Portland, Oregon area do because it’s unorganized, crowded or dark. One of the reasons this particular area of your property is not fully used or cleaned is because the lighting is often so poor in the garage it’s difficult to maneuver. Whether you […]

If you have a commercial building in the Portland, Oregon or Vancouver, WA area, you need fire alarms. These can’t just be a few sprinklers thrown up in the ceiling. Commercial buildings must adhere to fire regulations enforced by law. Commercial fire regulations exist to maintain the safety and well-being of building tenants in case […]

There’s a Right and a Wrong Way to Shop for a Portland/Vancouver Electrical Contractor. There are several electricians and electrical contractors in the Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, WA metropolitan area. So you have several options for hiring. You would be wise to make sure you are getting the job done correctly and safely. When you […]

Technology is changing so rapidly that it’s vital for companies to ensure that they hire someone who is passionate about keeping current. Amp Electric has that passion. One part of technology that is improving is the telecommunications. As certified electricians we are prepared to install a voice and data system in your home, your commercial […]

Tenant Improvements/Remodels whatever you want to call them Amp Electric in Portland, Oregon loves them. We can help you design electrical and lighting schemes that will turn your business into a showcase. When your business in Portland, Vancouver, Beaverton or the surrounding areas wants a full-scale remodel or just some rewiring, we understand special attention […]

The reading lamp by our couch is always unplugged. That’s because one of our teenagers finds it necessary to unplug the lamp so he can plug in his cell phone charger and computer while he does his homework during his favorite TV program. Certainly we’ve had the discussion about how inefficient multi-tasking is. But that’s […]

  Children are wonderful because they see the little curiosities that make up our world. They’ll squat on the sidewalk and watch a bug crawl into a crack. Children will pause in the middle of play to cock their heads and listen for a plane to travel over head. They’re entertained by leaf crowns. You, […]

Electricity is not considered a luxury. We rely on this dependable power for everyday necessities like heating, cooling, refrigeration and lights as well as cooking, laundry and bath. What happens, however, when this unseen force becomes a hazard? If you have short circuits, flickering lights, broken outlets, damaged splices, or defective lights, you need a […]

In the New Year, how you choose to light your Portland, OR or Vancouver, WA home or business can really determine the kind of electricity bill you will be paying. Amp Electric is an expert on replacing or modifying your existing lighting fixtures to make them more energy efficient.  We can asses which lamps and […]

Greenhouse emissions and global warming are not just catch phrases seen online and on media news. These environmental concerns are driving change in most industries across the U.S. At Amp Electric we are staying above the curve in the latest technologies of the move toward green know-how in the electrical industry.  We are consistently implementing […]