Knob & Tube Wiring Replacement Pros
Louisiana is lined with older homes that were built as far back as the turn of the 20th century. Many of these old homes have their original wiring which powered those homes back in the day. If you own a home that was built in the first half of the century then you may want to have your wiring inspected, re-wired, or even replaced. At Unlimited Electrical Solutions, we specialize in replacing and repairing knob & tube wiring systems that date back over 50 years. We have trained our electricians on how to provide complete service for knob and tube wiring, and can install, rewire, or totally replace your wiring. We offer affordable rates, fast service, and dependable work. Contact us today, and let us help you with your knob & tube electrical system.
How To Identify Knob & Tube Wiring
If you live in an older home and you don't know if you have knob and tube wiring, then you're in luck because it's not hard to identify. First, remember, that any home built prior to 1950 stands a good chance of having knob & tube wiring. That should be a solid indicator for you initially. Try to locate areas in your home where the wiring is visible. Such areas can include basements, open walls or attic areas. If you notice wiring that is connected to small ceramic tubes or knobs, then you have knob and tube wiring. Yes, it's really that simple. You can always look online to see photo examples or you can call one of our residential electrical services experts at Unlimited Electrical Solutions to inspect your home.
Dependable Knob & Tube Rewiring
Although knob and tube wiring is an outdated form of electrical wiring for modern homes, many homes built prior to 1950 still contain this type of electrical system. Finding a certified electrician that can rewire a knob and tube network, however, can be challenging. This is why many homeowners turn to Unlimited Electrical Solutions to have their homes rewired. Our entire team of electricians has extensive training and experience with knob & tube wiring. We offer partial replacement for key areas or whole house knob and tube wiring replacement. We can fully restore your home using the same wiring system that it was originally designed with.
Should My Electrical Wiring Be Replaced?
Keep in mind that knob and tube wiring is the earliest form of home electricity in America. It dates all the way back to the late 1800's. So if you're asking yourself if you need an upgrade, then the answer is probably yes. Just remember that safety and efficiency is always be a priority when considering what to do about your old electrical wiring. You'll also want to consider insurance rates and state and national residential codes.