When the power goes out and a portable generator roars to life, the weak link in your setup is often not the machine, but the cord you grab in a hurry. One specific extension-cord shortcut, using a ...

If you regularly use power tools, electric landscaping equipment, or need to power an appliance from a faraway outlet, an extension cord or two comes in handy. These useful accessories extend the ...

I have a 10 foot USB extension cable on my 2.1ah 5v Apple USB charger for my iPad mini retina. Would using the extension cable have a noticeable impact on charging times or is it inconsequential? If ...

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The extension cord corner that looks tidy in your living room or home office can quietly turn into a heat trap that stresses ...

An experienced electrician explains which household items should never be plugged into power strips due to fire and ...