Surge protectors can keep appliances safe and prevent electrical fires. Here's how they work and how to choose the right one for your home. Alexandra Jones is a CNET contributor who writes about food, ...

If you have point-of-use surge protectors in your home, don't forget that these will need to be replaced and this might be ...

I recently moved into a home with old knob and tube wiring. I have limited options for grounding my outlets and an electrician suggested I use a panel surge protector that is installed right before ...

What is the homeowner's No. 1 complaint regarding his HVAC system? It's downtime. What is the No. 1 cause of downtime? Other than poor maintenance or old age of the equipment, the leading cause is ...