Larger appliances can be fire threats when used with extension cords or power strips. Learn which ones need their own outlets ...

Extension cords and power strips are often safe for home and office electronics, but they can be hazardous for other common ...

However, while you can plug most things into an extension cord ... space for plugging in small appliances, David Joyson, chief customer officer at specialist home insurer, Homeprotect suggests ...

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An electrician from MyBuilder.com urges households to take extra care trying to plug in more appliances over Christmas because of the huge risks brought about by overloaded sockets and extension ...

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Larger appliances can be fire threats when used with extension cords or power strips. Learn which ones need their own outlets. Corin Cesaric is a Flex Editor at CNET currently covering home tech.

In the deepest cold of winter, using a space heater wisely instead of your home ... plug melts and it starts a fire. That's why you can't use extension cords and/or power strips for any appliances ...