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 ...

Using the wrong extension cord can be dangerous. They can melt or overheat and cause a fire, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. To prevent this, it’s important to buy the right ...

A common organizing hassle in many households? Keeping electronic cords tidy and accessible! It’s common to keep these cables in areas of your home or car that are within arm’s reach, but this creates ...

(WHTM) — Extension cords come in handy when you need to plug something in that is far away from a power outlet but people need to make sure they are using extension cords safely. According to the ...

Dear James: I am a do-it-yourself type of guy. It always is frustrating trying to untangle extension cords and air hoses. What is the best method to store them after each use? -- Clark H. Dear Clark: ...

When the lights go out, the way you string together a few cords can quietly decide whether your home stays safely powered or ...

Corin Cesaric is a Flex Editor at CNET. She received her bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Before joining CNET, she covered crime at People Magazine and ...

Corin Cesaric is a Flex Editor at CNET. She received her bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Before joining CNET, she covered crime at People Magazine and ...