You may still want to purchase a home with knob and tube wiring, especially if it has architectural features and historic charm you value.
But the experts agree: You will need to protect these homes for your own use and future generations by updating important systems and components like:
Electrical
Plumbing
HVAC
Foundation
Roof
In fact, your insurer and mortgage lender may require those upgrades.
“Make sure you have the right insurance coverage in place and a good team of remodelers and repair professionals to help you along the way,” recommends Brian McCabe with Provision Insurance Group.