The last thing you want to see is a spark from your laptop charger. But that is what happens when some people plug their laptop chargers into an outlet. Is this normal? Is it safe? Could it burn your...

Laptop charger yellow tips confuse people, especially if the shaft connected to that tip is silver. They don't know why some chargers have yellow tips while others don't. They also don't understand...

If your region is plagued by frequent blackouts, you need a generator. But on its own, a generator isn't enough. You need a transfer switch as well. How Much Does It Cost To Install A Transfer...

What do you do when your bathroom outlet stops working? Do you have to replace the outlet? Is there a way to fix the outlet without getting a new one? You might be surprised to learn that most of the...

GFCIs are supposed to defend against ground faults. But can you trust a GFCI that doesn't have a ground wire to protect you? What will your inspector say? Will they allow it or penalize you? Can...

What does an extension cord for a dryer look like? Better yet, does it make sense to plug a dryer into an extension cord? People do it all the time without stopping to question whether or not it is...