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For questions about Knob and Tube electrical wiring throughout the home. Sometimes abbreviated as K&T.

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In knob and tube wiring, how to identify neutral wire vs a dead wire?

I am assuming you don't have a circuit tracer, but that would be the method I would use. The only other method I could think of would be to check it with a continuity tester and a really long wire. Yo …
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Knob and tube wiring

Sure you can but you must make sure that the ends that you cap off are still accessible if there is any chance they may become active (hot). I would recommend you cut back to a place such as an attic …
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Understanding my main box for Knob and Tube wiring

I would like to take the time and thank you for a magnificent display of workmanship on the installation of this panel. I checked you bio and if you are truly a fan of history, then you might try to p …
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Identifying Knob-and-Tube

The best way to see if you have knob and tube wiring is to inspect the attic and see if is running through the rafters up there. Other than that you can open up a switch or receptacle and look for sma …
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