We’ve all seen those electrical transformer boxes. But what’s inside? Why do we need them? And what does an electrical transformer do? What Is An Electrical Transformer? Let’s start at the beginning. According to Wikipedia, “a transformer is a passive component that transfers electrical energy from one electrical circuit to another circuit, or multiple circuits.” […]

Lightning and thunderstorms are rare in the Pacific Northwest. On the one hand, this means we can be less worried about it. On the other, it means we’re less prepared when a storm does roll in. Here’s what you need to know for the next time a freak lightning storm pops up, including home electrical […]