Don’t let extension cord errors put your home at risk. Find out the most common mistakes and tips for proper use to ensure safety and efficiency.

When extension cords are paired with appliances that have a heating element, it can lead to overheating, burning and ...

Extension cords provide a convenient method of bringing temporary AC power to a device that is not located near a power outlet. But, if not used properly, extension cords lead to electrical shock ...

Extension cords are generally a safe solution for running power to electronics that are too far from the nearest wall outlet. But the operative word here is "electronics," which is not as all ...

AC units use too much power for an extension cord or power strip, so they need to be attached to a wall outlet as well. Martinez also stresses the importance of purchasing the correct AC unit for ...