Knob and Tube Electrical Systems
Why Knob and Tube Systems Must Be Replaced?
There’s just no getting around it—knob and tube electrical systems are a liability. Here’s why:
Often denied homeowners insurance coverage
No safety grounding conductor
Low circuit capacity
High risk of over-fusing
Cloth and rubber insulation becomes brittle with age
Easily damaged by rodents and renovations
Illegal in most US counties due to safety hazards