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Knob & Tube Remediation
Finlayson Electric safely removes and replaces knob and tube wiring — and handles the insurance documentation your provider requires.
Knob and tube wiring was the standard in American homes from the 1880s through the 1940s. It did its job for decades — but it was never designed to handle the electrical loads we put on our homes today. Air conditioners, EV chargers, smart appliances, home offices — modern living demands far more than this old wiring can safely deliver.
Beyond the load issue, knob and tube wiring has no ground wire, degrades over time, and is frequently found buried under insulation — a combination that dramatically increases fire risk. Most homeowners insurance providers in New Hampshire and Massachusetts will either refuse to cover a home with active knob and tube wiring, or charge significantly higher premiums until it’s removed.
At Finlayson Electric, we handle knob and tube remediation cleanly, thoroughly, and with full documentation — so you’re protected on all fronts.
What's Included
Full Remediation, Start to Finish.
Inspection & Assessment
Before any work begins, we conduct a thorough inspection of your home's existing wiring to identify all active knob and tube circuits, assess their condition, and give you an honest picture of what remediation will involve.
Knob & Tube Removal
We safely remove all active knob and tube wiring from your home — systematically and with minimal disruption to walls, ceilings, and finished spaces wherever possible.
Modern Wiring Installation
Every circuit we remove gets replaced with modern, grounded wiring that meets current NEC code standards and is built to handle your home's actual electrical demands.
Panel Assessment & Upgrades
Knob and tube remediation often reveals that the existing electrical panel also needs updating. We assess your panel as part of the process and recommend upgrades where necessary.
Insurance Compliance Documentation
We provide the documentation your insurance provider requires to confirm the work has been completed by a licensed electrician and that your home's wiring meets current standards.
Permits & Inspections
All knob and tube remediation work is permitted and inspected to ensure full code compliance — protecting you, your home, and your insurance coverage.
This Isn't a "Deal With It Later" Kind of Problem.
Knob and tube wiring doesn’t fail gradually — it fails suddenly. And when it does, the consequences can be severe. Here’s what you need to know:
It's a Fire Hazard
Knob and tube wiring has no ground wire and relies on open-air cooling to dissipate heat. When covered by insulation — as it often is — that heat has nowhere to go.
It's Uninsurable
Many insurance providers in NH and MA will not issue or renew a homeowner's policy on a property with active knob and tube wiring — or charge significantly higher premiums.
It Limits Your Home
Modern appliances, EV chargers, home offices, and additions all require more electrical capacity than knob and tube systems can safely provide.
It Affects Home Value
Buyers, home inspectors, and lenders all flag knob and tube wiring. Addressing it protects your asking price and prevents delays at closing.
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