Knob and Tube Wiring and Aluminum Wiring have their own specific problems. 

Knob and tube is very old wiring, and in many cases has deteriorated, cracked, or is missing insulation, which can lead to fires.

We have often seen wiring at light fixtures that has been damaged by high heat from a light fixture, in some cases even resulting in fires. The danger is that you cannot see what is behind the light fixture, and may not be aware of a problem until the damage is done.

We have also observed that homeowners will replace a 15 amp fuse that continuously blows, with a 20 Amp or even a 30 Amp fuse. This is very dangerous on wiring that was designed to safely carry only 15 amps. The results can be devastating; fire, loss of property, or worse even loss of life.

Rewiring the home is an investment that adds substantial value to your home. It is a major project that may take 1-3 weeks, depending on the size and construction of the home. It is the best solution to serve your long term interests.

ABOUT KNOB AND TUBE WIRING

Knob and tube wiring (sometimes abbreviated K&T) was an early standardized method of electrical wiring in buildings, in common use in North America from about 1880 to the 1930s. It consisted of single-insulated copper conductors run within wall or ceiling cavities, passing through joist and stud drill-holes via protective porcelain insulating tubes, and supported along their length on nailed-down porcelain knob insulators. 

Knob and tube wiring was eventually displaced from interior wiring systems because of the high cost of installation compared with use of power cables, which combined both power conductors of a circuit in one run (and which later included grounding conductors).

Where conductors entered a wiring device such as a lamp or switch, or were pulled into a wall, they were protected by flexible cloth insulating sleeving called loom. The first insulation was asphalt-saturated cotton cloth, then rubber became common. Wire splices in such installations were twisted together for good mechanical strength, then soldered and wrapped with rubber insulating tape and friction tape (asphalt saturated cloth), or made inside metal junction boxes.

Often improperly altered creating dangerous connections or a system pushed beyond its limits.

Vulnerable to damage. When knocked or bent, wires can become dislodged or lose their insulation.
Insulation can become brittle with age, leaving bare wire exposed.
Can be damaged by rodents without homeowner's knowledge.
Not properly grounded.

May cause problems with homeowner's insurance.