Limit the number of intermediaries
All plug/socket connection points are weak links in an electrical installation. As a general rule, you should therefore limit the use of extension cables, adapters and other "intermediaries" between the electrical system and electrical appliances.
The more power an appliance uses and the longer it is plugged in, the more strain it will put on the weak points in the installation. If the load becomes too high, it can lead to overheating and, in the worst case, fire.
Avoid smart plugs on high-powered appliances
You should therefore not use smart power plugs or extra transitions on products with high power and that are left on for large parts of the day. This applies, for example, to water heaters, panel heaters and other electrical products that use a lot of electricity.
Signs of danger
Check regularly if there has been overheating in the plug and socket. This can be done by looking for discoloration in the material around the pins on the plug or around the connections in the socket.
If you want smart control of larger appliances such as the water heater, look for solutions that can be included in the fixed electrical system.
Stay home and awake
Remember that fires that occur unattended or at night can have major consequences. A fire can develop quickly and have a lot of heat generation. Then it is important that you are awake and present in the house, so that you can handle the situation that arises - or get out quickly. Charging electrical products and using the washing machine, dryer and dishwasher should therefore be done while you are at home and not while you are sleeping.