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Home » DIY FAQs » Heating & Cooling » Heaters » Can I use an extension cord with my electric space heater?

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It is best to plug your electric heater directly into a wall outlet. However, if you must use an extension cord, only use one that is heavy duty, meaning it has 14-gauge wire.
 

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