KNOB & TUBE
REWIRING

Yes. Knob and tube wiring in Toronto homes poses significant fire and safety risks. It lacks a ground wire, cannot support modern electrical loads, and the insulation degrades over time. Most Toronto insurance companies will not insure a home with active knob and tube wiring, or charge significantly higher premiums.

Knob and tube rewiring in Toronto typically costs $8,000–$20,000+ for a full home rewire, depending on the size of the home and accessibility of the wiring. New Toronto Electric provides free estimates and can often work with minimal disruption to walls and ceilings.

A full home rewire in Toronto typically takes 3–7 days depending on the size of the home. New Toronto Electric minimizes disruption by using fish tape and other techniques to route new wiring without removing large sections of drywall.

Yes. Most insurance companies in Ontario charge significantly higher premiums for homes with active knob and tube wiring, or may refuse to insure the home entirely. Replacing knob and tube wiring with modern copper wiring typically results in lower insurance premiums and increased home value.