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Knob and tube wiring is safe, if it is properly maintained by a Licensed Electrical Contractor. Many insurers will not provide or renew coverage on homes with this type of wiring. They consider it to be a higher risk. Some insurers may make you replace the knob and tube wiring before they provide coverage. | Mike Holmes

Homebuyers beware! Rushing into a purchase without proper inspections and paperwork can lead to unexpected costs down the line. Sellers can also give false information to close a deal, causing headaches for homeowners. Take Faye, for example. She bought a house thinking there is no knob and tube only to discover there is! Here's her story. This clip is from Episode 5 of the #HolmesOnHomes Podcast with my long-time friend Frank. Listen to full episode here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/3i9SA