Winter with Space Heaters

1/5/2021 (Permalink)

Surge Protector Overload - and what can happen!

Here in the South, we experienced an unusually cold December, and these cold temperatures will only get worse.  Our central heat can sometimes leave us cold, so we tend to break out the space heater for larger drafty areas in your home that are harder to keep warm. Whatever you do, do not plug these heaters into a power strip.  Power strips and extension cords are not designed to handle the high current flow needed for a space heater and can overheat or even catch fire. Purchase newer model space heaters as they have the most current safety features. Choose a heater that allows you to adjust the temperature to avoid overheating. Always place your heaters on a hard level surface that are not in close contact to drapes, furniture or in the line of pets or children.   Following these few simple steps can help make winter a little more bearable and safer or you and your family!