Extension cords and power strips are safe for most home and office electronics, but for many appliances, they can be a bad ...

"Let's say you connect [an extension cord] to a floor heater," Martinez says, "the plug melts and it starts a fire. That's ...

and check your work with a receptacle tester. Remove the plastic slide/tab from the bottom of the in-use cover to allow for ...

Never run an extension cord under a rug. Do not consider extension cords part of your home's electrical system—use them only for temporary situations. A frayed or cracked cord could cause a ...