Surge protectors have been documented to start house fires when they wear out. Here's how long they last and why your weather matters.

Surge protectors stand between you and an electrical disaster. Power surges are more common than you may realize and if you have sensitive electrical equipment, it’s important to make sure it stays ...

Computers, in particular, are very susceptible to damage from power surges. It’s not just your power supply that’s at risk, ...

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 ...

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 ...

— -- Answer. When you turn off a surge protector -- or suppressor, as some people call them -- it's virtually the same as unplugging it; it will save a small amount of energy and is a little ...

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