(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 ...

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 ...

There are a lot of extension cords out there, and sometimes it’s hard to know which one to use. Often, people just go to the same one for everything—and it’s not always a safe choice for the wires ...

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 ...

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Fourteen-gauge and 12-gauge extension cords are some of the most common extension cords. A 14-gauge cord can handle up to 1,800 watts, or 15 amps, the same as a standard wall outlet in the US. But ...

Having the correct extension cord on hand is vital whenever you need power but find yourself too far from the nearest electrical outlet. But even as valuable as an extension cord can be to safely ...