We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When moving into a new house or apartment, one of the first things you should do is check where all the outlets are. It'll help guide you as ...

Male-to-male extension cords, sometimes called suicide or widowmaker cords, are dangerous extension cords that can kill or injure you. People sometimes use them during a power outage to feed ...

Heavy-duty appliances overload cords, leading to dangerous overheating and fire risks. Appliances over 1,800 watts need a dedicated wall outlet for safety. Daisy-chaining extension cords is a major ...

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But if you want something else, we’ve picked a list of the best extension cords, no matter what appliances or devices you want to power up. There are even options with surge protection so if there’s a ...

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You'll be fine as long as you use a power strip and not a surge protector. I do that at home with no ill effects.