My new apartments kitchen only has 2 outlets, one on each side of the kitchen. That means I can only plug in 4 things! The washer and dryer hookup is in the kitchen also. I guess it is common in old houses in Buffalo, but it seems weird to me. So i have the washer, dryer, frige and stove to plug in and there is no outlet near the refrigerator. can I use power strips and extention cords to have more availible outlets? I won't blow a fuse will I?
2006-07-13 03:18:39 · 7 answers · asked by josetteyv 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
They make special , thick extension cords for appliances. Go to Home Depot or Lowes. They are expensive but worth it. If you use a lower rated cord you WILL have a fire. Trust me.
Do NOT overload the circuit.
It is also a plan to contact the landlord under the "reasonable use" clause in most leases and explain that reasonable use of a kitchen are X number of appliances.
It is his responsibility to provide a safe (and up to building code) number of outlets for those appliances. For example, if there's a an obvious slot in the wall for a washer and dryer and no power for it, that's a violation of code. There is a housing authority or building commission in your city that could be held over their heads (landlords HATE to be inspected.)
So you could force them to hire an electrician to do this right for you.
2006-07-13 03:21:34 · answer #1 · answered by Sir J 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My sister has the same situation and regularly blows a fuse if too many appliances-large or small-are used at the same time. When it comes to electrical power issues, the best person you can consult is an electrician.
2006-07-13 11:38:52 · answer #2 · answered by Caffeinated 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend a power surge designed for appliances. If you go to a RadioShack and tell them you want a surge protector for a certain appliance, they can direct you.
2006-07-13 10:22:37 · answer #3 · answered by tw0cl0n3m3 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would not recommend it ,have an electrcian check it out first, if you do use and extension cord get a good heavy duty industrial one
2006-07-16 07:47:31 · answer #4 · answered by donley z 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not a good idea you need to add another circuit where theres a will there's a way.
2006-07-13 10:34:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even with higher guage ext. cords not advisable
2006-07-13 11:23:58 · answer #6 · answered by B4 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a heavy dutiy cord, but i wouldent want to try it.
2006-07-13 10:21:41 · answer #7 · answered by da big red juggalo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋