Surge protectors have been documented to start house fires when they wear out. Here's how long they last and why your weather matters. For more than 10 years Tyler has used his experience in smart ...

The house in which I currently live has a very old electricity installation which makes me scared. For instance light bulbs fail prematurely on a regular basis after 2-3 weeks (well, sometimes they ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Power surges don’t only run through your system during big storms. Small ones happen ...

With the colder months approaching, snow, ice and high winds can cause power outages and sudden voltage spikes. These surges are known to kill laptops, TVs, smart devices and even Wi-Fi routers in an ...

Surge protectors protect your devices from power spikes, such as lightning, electrical overloads, and power outages. However, there is a fire hazard associated with them if used incorrectly. According ...