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Can You Plug A Surge Protector Into An Extension Cord And Vice Versa?
Surge protectors are supposed to protect you and your equipment from electrical surges which can occur as a result of lightning strikes, faulty wiring, and the like. But what happens when you plug a...
Can You Use a 15 Amp Receptacle On a 20 Amp Circuit & Vice Versa?
It doesn't take much to overload a circuit. Can you use a 15 Amp receptacle on the 20 Amp Circuit? The NEC permits this practice. They are designed to work with 15 amp receptacles. You can...
Outlet Under Kitchen/Bathroom Sink(Installation, Price, Height)
Can an electrical outlet be installed under a sink? Yes, you can install it. People place outlets for their dishwashers and garbage disposals under the sink all the time but The location...
Do I need a surge protector for my dryers/washers? Washers and dryers are sophisticated enough that a strong surge can destroy them. They are also expensive. If you don't want to lose your...
Should you plug an extension cord into a power strip? You can plug an extension cord into a power strip. However, If you overwhelm the extension cords and power strips, you can start a fire. But...
Can you plug a power strip into a surge protector? Yes, you can plug a power strip into a surge protector. Consumers do so all the time. But experts hate the practice because overloading is more...