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The extension cord problem that shows up every winter, and how to stop overheating outlets
Every winter, you ask more of your outlets and extension cords than at any other time of year, piling on space heaters, ...
Q: When I plugged my cell phone charger into a kitchen outlet, my phone didn’t start charging as it normally does—rather, it seemed that this one electrical outlet was not working. Is there something ...
Fix It Homestead on MSN
The outlet warning sign that shows up right before something fails
The most dangerous electrical failures rarely arrive without warning. Long before a breaker trips or a fire starts, your ...
As you prepare to rent an apartment, there are a number of things to know before signing the lease, including whether there are electrical issues. In Milwaukee, it is unlikely a rental unit has been ...
John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...
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