EXTENSION leads are helpful pieces of kit – but there are certain devices you must avoid plugging into them. A pretty good ...

Plugging extension cords into other extension cords is another huge "no" in the electrical world. This practice called " ...

"Over time, extension cords can wear down, overheat, and become a fire hazard," says Joel Worthington, president of Mr. Electric. If you must continue using an extension cord in any given ...

Why do some American electrical systems use plugs with two prongs and other systems use those with three? Here's all you need ...

It’s easy to take your home electrical system for granted — until it stops working. No one wants to be without light, air ...

incidents involving electrical equipment, such as extension cords, outlets and light bulbs, "result in more than 41,000 residential fires that claim about 350 lives and cause over 1,400 injuries." ...

If you've been asking yourself how to hide unsightly power cords in your home, you're not alone. The $22 Sleek Socket does ...

The average extension cord isn't built to handle the kind of electrical load put out by large appliances, it has been warned.

In children ages 12 years and younger, household appliance electrical cords and extension cords caused more than 63% of injuries in one study. Wall outlets were responsible for 15% of injuries.

The same goes for heavy-duty devices like fridges and microwaves. Using extension cords or power strips might be convenient in the moment, but it could end up putting your home in danger when the ...