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I wonder how often this actually is a problem, in that the owner looks at knob and tube wiring and keeps it for the heritage value. My parents were ripping it o
by drjasonharrison 4y ago
I wonder how often this actually is a problem, in that the owner looks at knob and tube wiring and keeps it for the heritage value. My parents were ripping it out in the 1970s from a 1920s home. I know that heritage designations often require using the original construction techniques but do they prevent upgrades to the electrical system?
"I'm sorry sir but your grandparents didn't have grounded outlets so you can't install have them either."
- mhb 4y agoThe problem, at least in my case, is that my 1930 house has k&t wiring and little/no insulation. The easiest way to add insulation would be to blow it in through drilled holes. This is a lot less involved than rewiring the house. I have no affection for the wiring - nostalgic or otherwise. And, yes, vapor issues.
- lazide 4y agoMost home insurance won’t insure homes with knob and tube.