It may be time to rethink a habit you've had for years.

Energy experts advise why chargers should always be unplugged when not in use, and how to avoid this common fire risk to keep ...

Unplugging protects against power surges and reduces fire hazards. Low-draw devices or those meant to stay on should always remain plugged in. Households today have a growing number of chargers ...

Most people have a phone charger plugged in next to their bed, which they never bother to switch off at the wall - but is that risky to do?

Worried about phantom power? Discover if a plugged-in USB charger drives up your bill, how to measure it yourself, and tips ...

You may not realize it, but one of your most common smart phone habits is actually running up your power bill and wasting a ...

Many people are used to leaving phone, laptop and other device chargers plugged into the wall long after their gadgets are fully charged. It’s a habit born of convenience — but is it safe, and could ...

Look around your home and see what is plugged in that doesn't need to be, including alarm clocks, cordless phone bases, electric kettles, hair dryers, and more. Unplugging these devices and only ...