On 25 Jul 2006 10:24:34 -0700, "
wrote:

Insurance KNOWS its fire hazard rate is higher, and buying a preowned
home its possible others did unsafe changes to the wiring.

Things DONBT last forever and K&T is just another thing.........

solder can and does fail over time espically if anyone used acid flux
when making repairs, its great for plumbing but unsafe for electrical
wires.

if your defending K&T please state if your home has that wiring.....
thanks


Mine does. In an english-style loop around the attic,
feeding the attic lights, and drops to all the outlets
on the second floor.

It hasn't burnt down yet.

As long as you remember that you've got a
60 year old wiring system, and don't abuse
it, it should be fine. When you GET
the chance to replace it you should, but
it shouldn't be a deal-breaker on an otherwise
good house.