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Skillfully Replacing Knob And Tube Wiring In Your Home


After completing the final paint touch-ups on your home, you are ready to put it on the market. However, one last run-through with your real estate agent turns up an unanticipated problem: your home has a knob and tube wiring. This first generation electrical wiring method is not only obsolete in today’s day and age, but could be a potential safety hazard should something go wrong. Anytime a home is sold, any K&T wiring has to be removed per the buyers’ contract and most electricians won’t touch the stuff because they don’t have the skillset to remediate the problem correctly. Fortunately, Chesapeake Electric is up for the challenge! Our experienced team is led by a Master Electrician whose thoroughness and knowledge of knob and tube remediation provides the perfect solution to your wiring problems.


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What is knob and tube wiring?


Knob and tube wiring was an early standardized electrical method in North American buildings from 1880 to the 1940s. It is very common in the historical districts of Annapolis, Baltimore, Ellicott City, and Washington, D.C. K&T wiring consists of insulated copper conductors that pass through drilled holes in lumber framing that are protected by porcelain insulating tubes. These tubes are supported along their length by nailed-down porcelain knobs.

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Common Problems With Knob & Tube Wiring

While the original installation of knob and tube wiring is at times superior to modern Romex wiring and the porcelain components have an almost unlimited lifespan, there are several disadvantages to this dated wiring method:

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    Though not inherently dangerous, knob and tube wiring is not permitted in any new construction due to the fact that it can be a fire hazard in buildings where insulation envelops the wiring. Insulation cannot be blown or laid on this wiring.
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    K&T is also an ungrounded electrical system, which means it cannot be used with 3-prong appliances. Without a grounding wire, there is a higher risk of electrical fires and damage to sensitive equipment.
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    In addition, most homeowners’ insurance policies do not cover electrical hazards in homes where knob and tube wiring is found, increasing your out of pocket expenses should your home ever have an electrical problem.
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Knob And Tube Remediation Done Right


When it comes to knob and tube replacement, Chesapeake Electric is happy to help! We have the skills to assess your situation and complete a full knob and turn remediation in no time at all. Our licensed and insured electricians have over 10 years of experience dealing with this outdated wiring method, so you can count on us to provide you with the professional services you need to completely overhaul your system. We take a great deal of pride in the quality of our work and our dedication to complete customer satisfaction, so give us a call today for an In-Home Consultation estimate!


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Mike was great! Very friendly and personable. He came and diagnosed a complex electrical issue we were having with multiple rooms and outlets without power. He gave us a complimentary safety inspection and made some great recommendations to help ensure our home was up to code. He found some other wiring issues while making our repairs and ensured he cut out and replaced the damaged wiring. We will be reaching out again for future services to update our smoke detectors and install recessed lighting.
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The work Ian from Chesapeake Electric did today was top notch. He was super professional, kind, and well versed in his expertise. He identified some issues that were outside his wheelhouse too that is super good to know so we can get those things fixed. Our new exhaust fan is awesome, and the work done was top notch. On top of that, Ian did an excellent job cleaning up after his work. That should be standard but I haven't found it so and I'm so happy to be treated like we mattered and the work needed to be held to the highest standard.
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Kevin P. did an awesome job! He was super friendly, fixed everything we needed, was super thorough in his explanations, and put up with all of my questions. Definitely will have him and Chesapeake Electric back for future electrician needs!
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Russel with Chesapeake Electric is outstanding! He arrived right on time and diagnosed the problems right away. He came up with great, cost-effective solutions. He left my house safer than it was before he came. I would highly recommend!
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Mr. M. Greene was the technician that provided services today. After I pointed out the issue he readily diagnosed what the problems were and advised me on recommendations. He educated me on current codes for fire and C02 monitors. He was able to not only efficiently update my monitors but to also install fire/C02 monitors to all bedrooms. After Mr. Greene completed the installations, he demonstrated how to carry out monthly tests and explained other features of the new monitors. I thank him for a job WELL DONE! My home is now in compliance with fire/C02 safety codes. G. Moye.
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