Space heaters cause more than 25,000 house fires in the U.S. each year, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.Mid American Energy provided 10 tips for residents to help keep their ...

Space heaters can provide extra warmth in a drafty room or chilly home office. But they can also pose a safety risk no matter where you use them. Portable space heaters are responsible for 1,700 house ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - It’s that time of year again where a significant drop in temperature has people dust off their space heaters. However, this is also the time of year firefighters are called ...

Nearly half of all home heating fires take place between December and February, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Surprisingly, fireplaces are not causing the heaviest losses.

As the weather gets colder, you may be tempted to use a space heater to take the chill off. Small space heaters are typically less expensive to use and allow you to target specific rooms instead of ...

With winter weather on its way to Austin, you may be tempted to introduce a space heater to your home. Before you do, you should know that turning up the cozy levels can also come with risks. Heating ...

We tested 12 electric space heaters. These are the seven safest space heaters to keep you warm all winter long.

Before you buy a space heater, make sure it carries a safety certification label from an independent testing organization. By Keith Flamer Space heaters provide extra warmth in a drafty room or chilly ...