05/29/2026
Welcome back to Small Job Electric! Do you live in a beautiful, historic home built around the 1920s? Today, we are talking about a very common discovery found inside these older houses: k**b and tube wiring. Over the last 100 years, the insulation on these old wires has become incredibly brittle. In fact, if you just touch or move the wire slightly to replace a light fixture, it can disintegrate right in your hands like dry paper! We are sharing simple tricks to help you identify this delicate wiring so you can safely maintain your home without any surprises.
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