Electrical Safety Tips

The Right Way to Use Power Strips and Extension Cords

The Right Way to Use Power Strips and Extension Cords

Power strips and extension cords are common in nearly every home. They offer convenience, allowing us to power multiple devices from a single outlet or reach distant corners of a room. This convenience, however, often leads to complacency and dangerous misuse. Electrical fires are a significant hazard in the United States, and the improper use…

What GFCI Outlets Do and Why They Matter

What GFCI Outlets Do and Why They Matter

As you look around your home, you will likely notice two different kinds of electrical outlets. There is the standard, familiar duplex outlet that you see in your living room and bedrooms. Then there is that other kind, the one with the two small buttons, usually labeled “Test” and “Reset,” that you find in your…

The Difference Between GFCI and Regular Outlets

The Difference Between GFCI and Regular Outlets

Take a quick walk through your home and you’ll likely notice two different types of electrical outlets installed on your walls. The most common is the standard duplex outlet, a familiar and simple interface that has powered our lives for decades. But in certain areas, like your kitchen and bathrooms, you’ll find a different kind…

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