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Beside the fact that K and T wiring only has 2 wires, hot and neutral, no ground wire and expansion is an issue. Here is an excerpt that addresses some of the issues with it.
The 2008 National Electric Code addressed some issues with knob and tube wiring, most notably its high heat dissipation that poses a fire hazard when combined with fiberglass insulation. As a result, the NEC now requires that knob and tube wiring not be in "hollow spaces of walls, ceilings and attics where such spaces are insulated by loose, rolled or foamed-in-place insulating material that envelops the conductors."
It's important to note, however, that this code is not mandatory. States can choose to follow it at their own discretion.
Knob and tube wiring also poses a problem for insurance companies. Some demand higher premiums from customers with this kind of wiring in their homes, while other companies refuse to insure homeowners at all until the wiring is changed.
Personally I would not live in a house with it. You may think differently. That is your choice. I am not about to risk my loved ones in a house with it.
The 2008 National Electric Code addressed some issues with knob and tube wiring, most notably its high heat dissipation that poses a fire hazard when combined with fiberglass insulation. As a result, the NEC now requires that knob and tube wiring not be in "hollow spaces of walls, ceilings and attics where such spaces are insulated by loose, rolled or foamed-in-place insulating material that envelops the conductors."
It's important to note, however, that this code is not mandatory. States can choose to follow it at their own discretion.
Knob and tube wiring also poses a problem for insurance companies. Some demand higher premiums from customers with this kind of wiring in their homes, while other companies refuse to insure homeowners at all until the wiring is changed.
Personally I would not live in a house with it. You may think differently. That is your choice. I am not about to risk my loved ones in a house with it.