Do you ever take a power tool outside and think, “Is this safe?” Maybe it’s a rainy afternoon and you’re rushing to finish a ...

Consumer Reports explains why male-to-male extension cords are so dangerous and tells you what to use instead of a so-called suicide cord to connect a generator safely to your home.

No matter how many wall outlets you have in your home, chances are there aren’t enough (especially if you've got an older house) and you’re going to need an extension cord or two. And that ...

However, you plug an extension cord into this outlet that is only rated for 10 amps. This cord is feeding current to a portable heater or other device that’s drawing 14 amps.

The U.S. Wire & Cable 50 FT. Extreme All-Weather Extension Cord is the most flexible, durable cord we found, and should last years even in harsh environments.

3. Do not use damaged cords. Watch out for electrical tape on extension cords. 4. Do not use nails or staples to affix or attach extension cords to walls or ceilings. 5.