Messy outlet power extension cord on an apartment floor with various charging devices plugged in 2020 *Power strips offer convenient access to multiple outlets, but using them incorrectly with ...

Don't overload power strips; always use wall outlets for high-wattage items. Unplug or turn off power strips when not in use. Buy high-quality power strips with surge protection. Most household ...

Avoiding plugging in large appliances like fridges, freezers, dishwashers, and disposals. Important appliances, like sump pumps, heaters, and air conditioners, should have a dedicated outlet.

When temperatures begin to fall outside, many of us look for ways to keep warm inside. If hoodies and fleece blankets aren't enough, you might use space heaters for auxiliary heat, especially in ...

*Power strips offer convenient access to multiple outlets, but using them incorrectly with high-wattage appliances can create serious safety hazards. As Better Homes and Gardens reports, Ryan Gregor, ...