How Do Generac Generators Work?
How Do Generac Generators Work? A Homeowner’s Guide to Backup Power When the power goes out unexpectedly, it can disrupt your daily routine and put your comfort and safety at risk. Whether from storms, equipment failures, or grid issues, power outages are becoming more common. That is why reliable backup solutions like Generac generators are […]
Does Unplugging Appliances Save Electricity?
Every home hums with hidden energy use—even when the lights are off and your devices look like they’re powered down. Many homeowners wonder: does unplugging appliances save electricity? The answer may surprise you. At Mauro Electric, we’ve seen how small daily choices about your appliances can add up to meaningful energy savings. Let’s uncover the […]
How Does a Generator Produce Electricity?
Imagine a storm cutting off the power in your neighborhood—your lights go out, appliances shut down, and the house goes silent. Within seconds, however, a steady hum fills the air, and the lights come back on. That magic moment is thanks to a generator, a machine designed to turn mechanical energy into electrical energy. But […]
How to Wire a Generator to a Breaker Box?
How to Wire a Generator to a Breaker Box? When the power goes out in the Pacific Northwest, homeowners and businesses often turn to a backup generator to keep essential systems running. Knowing how to wire a generator to a breaker box is an important question for many property owners, but it is also one […]
Mauro Now Offering HVAC Services
When it comes to keeping your home or business running smoothly, there’s nothing more important than comfort, safety, and efficiency. Mauro Electric has always been the name you trust for dependable electrical solutions—but now there’s exciting news: Mauro Electric expands into full-service HVAC, bringing customers a complete package of heating, cooling, and electrical expertise under […]
What Is A Breaker Box?
What Is a Breaker Box? If you have ever lost power in part of your home and had to go to a metal cabinet to reset a switch, you have already worked with one of the most important parts of your electrical system — the breaker box. Breaker boxes are the unsung heroes of every […]
How Fast Is Electricity?
How Fast Is Electricity? A Homeowner’s Guide to Electrical Speed and Flow Electricity powers your home. When you flip a switch in Seattle, lights come on instantly. This is due to how quickly electrical energy moves. In this blog, we explore the science behind electrical speed and how it affects Washington homeowners. This raises the […]
How to Install LED Recessed Lighting in Existing Ceiling (And Why It’s a Job For Pros)
How to Install LED Recessed Lighting in an Existing Ceiling (And Why It’s a Job for the Pros) Modern, efficient, and unobtrusive—LED recessed lighting is one of the most popular upgrades for homeowners looking to improve the mood and utility of their living spaces. If you’ve started researching how to install LED recessed lighting in […]
How to Read an Electric Meter?
How to Read an Electric Meter: A Washington Homeowner’s Complete Guide Your electric meter is more than just a box on the side of your house; it holds the key to understanding your home’s energy usage. Learning how to read electric meter readings can empower you to track your consumption, verify utility bills, and catch […]
How Late Can You Be on Your Electric Bill Before They Shut It Off?
There’s nothing quite as unsettling as flipping a switch and finding nothing happens. At Mauro Electric, we believe no one should ever be caught off guard when it comes to their electric bill. Life gets busy, finances get stretched, and sometimes things slip through the cracks. But how late can you be on your electric […]
