No matter how many wall outlets you have in your home, chances are there aren’t enough (especially if you've got an older house) and you’re going to need an extension cord or two. And that opens you ...

Extension cords should only be used with electronics, an electrician warns. As the temperature drops across the US, you may turn to a space heater to keep warm, but if you're thinking about plugging ...

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Heating and cooling equipment are essential, as are water heaters and well pumps. Without this switch installed, you need to run outdoor-rated extension cords from your generator into the house. And ...

Extension cords are fine for everyday gadgets, but using them with some appliances - especially in colder weather - can be risky.