Look around your home and see what is plugged in that doesn't need to be, including alarm clocks, cordless phone bases, electric kettles, hair dryers, and more. Unplugging these devices and only ...

Trying to lower your electricity bill? Concerned about fire risk? Knowing when to unplug certain appliances in your home can ...

Most people are aware they should unplug certain appliances before they leave the house or go on vacation. However, some appliances should be unplugged nightly—not only for safety reasons, but also to ...

High energy bills are stressful for everyone and as prices for gas, electricity and water continue to rise, balancing a budget is more difficult than ever. According to a CNET survey, almost 8 in 10 ...

Discover which items should never be plugged into a power strip, along with other hazardous mistakes people frequently make.

While the initial outlay might seem high, the savings add up over the years. You can also look into getting Energy Star products. Many of these products are rated to have lower standby power use than ...

(WJW) — While inflation continues to drain the life from our bank accounts, there are some ways homeowners can soften the blow when that electric bill arrives in the mail. Energy vampires are lurking ...

From Christmas tree lights to trying out new gifts and gadgets, we often use more electrical equipment than usual over the festive period. But a spate of fatal house fires in Northern Ireland has ...

Christmas decorations and celebrations can add an extra element of fire risk in homes, according to the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service [Getty Images/dotdotred] From Christmas tree lights to ...