Space heaters tend to cause trouble in older houses at the exact point where convenience meets neglect: the tired wall outlet that has quietly powered lamps for decades. When you plug a high‑draw ...

You can use a space heater as a supplemental heat source, but it will increase energy costs. Only use a space heater when you are awake, aware, and in the same room as the space heater. Over-reliance ...

When trying to reduce heating costs in the winter, many homeowners consider supplementing their central heat with a space heater. Some even consider foregoing the central HVAC system altogether and ...

Michigan residents may be turning to space heaters amid extreme cold, but experts warn there are dangers involved.