Regarding indispensable household items, the extension cord ranks pretty high on the list. They are wonderfully handy for connecting household items to faraway wall outlets and can be a lifesaver ...

Home extension cords are great for certain devices, but an electrician warns against using them for these seven things.

If you have to find a place to connect yours in your kitchen, this is another heavy-duty appliance that should live on its own dedicated circuit because of high wattage. Plugging extension cords ...