Most people know it’s important to have surge protectors for their computers to protect it from sudden fluctuations in electricity that could damage it. A surge often occurs after a disturbance in the ...

Knowing industry guidelines can save you money and enhance performance. The vast array of surge protection devices, and the ratings that characterize them, can be confusing. How do you sort through ...

You probably feel a little safer every time you plug your laptop, TV, or game console into a chunky “protected” strip. The ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 are treated like permanent fixtures, shoved behind TVs and desks and forgotten for years. That quiet neglect is exactly what turns them from safety gear into a hidden fire hazard. If ...

In the electrical profession, questions still arise about what type of circuit breaker to use with surge protectors. Don't make this task more difficult than it has to be. Choosing the right device is ...

Your prized electronics deserve an extra level of safeguarding from electrical interference and damaging spikes. Here’s how to protect your tech. By Stan Horaczek, Amanda Reed, Brandt Ranj Updated May ...

A surge protector is a necessity these days if you want to keep your devices safe. A power surge can happen at any time, which may cause you to lose data, or worse, reduce your electronics to a pile ...