Charanjit Mannu, Director at Elec Training, has issued a stark warning about the dangers of plugging certain household appliances into extension leads. He revealed that many domestic fires are sparked ...

Many of us are guilty of not considering the dangers of overloading extension leads, with a number of household items more perilous than others. Plugging multiple high-powered appliances into ...

Electrical experts are issuing a warning for anyone using extension leads as they may not realise which common appliances should never be plugged into it. Charanjit Mannu, director at Elec Training, ...

Extension cords are so common in modern homes that you barely notice them, especially when they are tucked neatly behind ...

Homeowners are being cautioned to reconsider the use of extension leads in their kitchens, as experts raise alarms over potential fire risks. With contemporary kitchens brimming with devices such as ...

UK households are being cautioned against using extension leads in a particular area of their homes, as specialists warn they could create a significant fire risk. With contemporary kitchens now ...

Homeowners are being urged to think twice about using extension leads in their kitchens as experts warn they could pose a serious fire hazard. With modern kitchens now packed with gadgets like air ...

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