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Turn OFF Appliances When Not In Use (7 Advantages Explained)
Do you turn every appliance in your home off when you’re done with it? Most people rarely consider this question because they don’t think it matters. Are they right? Is it necessary to switch...
Energy Saving Light Bulb Flashes When Turned OFF (Explained)
People use energy-saving bulbs because of their efficiency and cost-effectiveness. But what happens when an energy-saving bulb starts flickering? This sounds like a minor inconvenience, but it can...
How Much Space Do You Need Above, Behind, Around A Microwave
If you just bought a microwave, you should take a moment to identify a suitable location. The location seems inconsequential to laypeople, but it matters because the location affects the ventilation....
You cannot take chances with heavy-duty items like heaters. If they malfunction, or if you attach a powerful heater to a weak circuit, you may burn your house to the ground. How Do I Know How Many...
Extension Cord Color Code (Green, Orange, White, Black, Tan)
When was the last time you bought an extension cord? You probably noticed several different colors, but you never gave them much thought. In fact, most people choose cords based on factors like...
The absence of a neutral shouldn’t come as a surprise. Circuits use hot, neutral, and ground wires. While the hot conductor brings the power from the source, the neutral wire returns that...