Electricians in Winnipeg - Powertec Electric Inc https://t.co/MYz6UFUzE9 Powertec Electric Inc. - (204) 896-3446 - …

Electricians in Winnipeg - Powertec Electric Inc https://t.co/MYz6UFUzE9

Powertec Electric Inc. - (204) 896-3446 - …

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) December 7, 2016

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Check us out at our new address at 499B Madison St, Winnipeg, MB R3J 1J2

Check us out at our new address at 499B Madison St, Winnipeg, MB R3J 1J2

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) December 1, 2016

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What a great country we live in. :) #Canada https://t.co/HSetHYu2RH

What a great country we live in. :) #Canada https://t.co/HSetHYu2RH

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) September 29, 2016

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Great read! https://t.co/h2EVMdOv62

Great read! https://t.co/h2EVMdOv62

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) September 26, 2016

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RT if you love this electric reference. :) https://t.co/zsmx5303c7

RT if you love this electric reference. :) pic.twitter.com/zsmx5303c7

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) September 15, 2016

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.@Shell shares how to make a lightbulb out of a raw potato. https://t.co/xDDkuRdeoW

.@Shell shares how to make a lightbulb out of a raw potato. pic.twitter.com/xDDkuRdeoW

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) September 12, 2016

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We love these local events! #Winnipeg https://t.co/ydq5FFQb4t

We love these local events! #Winnipeg https://t.co/ydq5FFQb4t

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) August 29, 2016

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If you're replacing an #electrical fuse, never use a coin or other metal object. #brightadvice https://t.co/S1rY4BN9dJ

If you're replacing an #electrical fuse, never use a coin or other metal object. #brightadvice pic.twitter.com/S1rY4BN9dJ

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) August 25, 2016

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Going unplugged? Make sure to pull the plug, not the cord, when disconnecting an electrical device. #brightadvice https://t.co/pQVL8YjPF2

Going unplugged? Make sure to pull the plug, not the cord, when disconnecting an electrical device. #brightadvice pic.twitter.com/pQVL8YjPF2

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) August 23, 2016

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This is neat! https://t.co/aj4B0zDzex

This is neat! https://t.co/aj4B0zDzex

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) August 22, 2016

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We love these outdoor #lighting ideas: https://t.co/mBOtlzsKOb https://t.co/H7rOjIappj

We love these outdoor #lighting ideas: https://t.co/mBOtlzsKOb pic.twitter.com/H7rOjIappj

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) August 18, 2016

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Who remembers this electrifying vintage cartoon character? We sure loved his jingles! #PSAs https://t.co/PUAtbqWtbC

Who remembers this electrifying vintage cartoon character? We sure loved his jingles! #PSAs pic.twitter.com/PUAtbqWtbC

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) August 17, 2016

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Here's a list of no-nonsense measures to prevent #electrical issues at home: https://t.co/QTNj7z7Wbj #powersmart https://t.co/kJwfXdAj5P

Here's a list of no-nonsense measures to prevent #electrical issues at home: https://t.co/QTNj7z7Wbj #powersmart pic.twitter.com/kJwfXdAj5P

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) August 12, 2016

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If you're building a new home, here's a handy list of suggestions on where to place your #electrical outlets: https://t.co/mFTwsCIuwD

If you're building a new home, here's a handy list of suggestions on where to place your #electrical outlets: https://t.co/mFTwsCIuwD

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) August 10, 2016

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Here are the ins and outs of your home's electrical outlets! #brightideas https://t.co/GrwQOf3BPq

Here are the ins and outs of your home's electrical outlets! #brightideas pic.twitter.com/GrwQOf3BPq

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) July 29, 2016

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Know how to save big on your home electrical bill? Check out these #smartenergy tips: https://t.co/biMFcv0Ii5 https://t.co/gFruPVW0RJ

Know how to save big on your home electrical bill? Check out these #smartenergy tips: https://t.co/biMFcv0Ii5 pic.twitter.com/gFruPVW0RJ

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) July 25, 2016

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#Electricity is the key! https://t.co/iWdGIaD3ws

#Electricity is the key! https://t.co/iWdGIaD3ws

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) July 18, 2016

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Unplug unused electronics, save up to $50/year. Standby power can account for 10% of your average yearly electricity use. #brightadvice

Unplug unused electronics, save up to $50/year. Standby power can account for 10% of your average yearly electricity use. #brightadvice

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) July 14, 2016

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Happy Monday, #Winnipeg. Here's to another beautiful week full of bright and sunny days! https://t.co/XqLfdUK4dI

Happy Monday, #Winnipeg. Here's to another beautiful week full of bright and sunny days! pic.twitter.com/XqLfdUK4dI

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) July 11, 2016

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We hope you’re all enjoying a beautiful #CanadaDay, #Winnipeg! (We sure are!)

We hope you’re all enjoying a beautiful #CanadaDay, #Winnipeg! (We sure are!)

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) July 1, 2016

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Finding The Right Electrician Should Be Electrifying https://t.co/CsnCaThQ0i

Finding The Right Electrician Should Be Electrifying https://t.co/CsnCaThQ0i

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) June 3, 2016

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If you're using an electric lawnmower this spring, remember to only cut grass when it's dry out. #SaturdaySafetyTip https://t.co/sX5DBFXFfp

If you're using an electric lawnmower this spring, remember to only cut grass when it's dry out. #SaturdaySafetyTip pic.twitter.com/sX5DBFXFfp

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) May 7, 2016

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Extension cords are meant to be a temporary fix. If you need a permanent solution, call your electrician. #SaturdaySafetyTip

Extension cords are meant to be a temporary fix. If you need a permanent solution, call your electrician. #SaturdaySafetyTip

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) April 30, 2016

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For your safety, don't try to break off or bypass the third prong of an electrical plug. #SaturdaySafetyTip https://t.co/esqiZWANOK

For your safety, don't try to break off or bypass the third prong of an electrical plug. #SaturdaySafetyTip pic.twitter.com/esqiZWANOK

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) April 23, 2016

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If a fuse blows, turn off all appliances and lights that are on the circuit before changing the fuse. #SaturdaySafetyTip

If a fuse blows, turn off all appliances and lights that are on the circuit before changing the fuse. #SaturdaySafetyTip

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) April 16, 2016

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If your home is outfitted with knob and tube wiring, here's why you should switch it out: https://t.co/yrEt92GjSY https://t.co/9sDkqHBVLf

If your home is outfitted with knob and tube wiring, here's why you should switch it out: https://t.co/yrEt92GjSY pic.twitter.com/9sDkqHBVLf

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) April 14, 2016

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Tips for Avoiding Electrical Disasters in Your Home https://t.co/ekyAsCTGzO

Tips for Avoiding Electrical Disasters in Your Home https://t.co/ekyAsCTGzO

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) March 18, 2016

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Curious about how #electricity works? Here's a fun overview by @HowStuffWorks: https://t.co/GfSMOgHa3u https://t.co/Gu8BjyiFYM

Curious about how #electricity works? Here's a fun overview by @HowStuffWorks: https://t.co/GfSMOgHa3u pic.twitter.com/Gu8BjyiFYM

— Powertec Electric (@PowertecElec) March 13, 2016

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Why You Should Replace Knob And Tube Wiring

There are a number of reasons why you as a homeowner, should consider removing your knob and tube wiring from your home. The first and most obvious reason is age. These systems are seventy years old or older. After decades of running electricity through your home, the wires can become very brittle, possibly breaking, interupting power. Another concerned is that the solders that connected the wires together can also start to come loose, interupting power as well. The worse case scenario is an electrical fire starting behind the walls of your home as a result of arcing.

Energy efficiency is yet another reason to replace your knob and tube wiring. When current runs through your wires, it generates heat. That heat is disappated into the dead air space between your walls and above your ceiling. That means your walls are most likely uninsulated, costing you hundreds of dollars annually in lost heating and cooling dollars as a result. Modern wiring still generates heat, but it is disapatd through the three wires running through the insulated cable. So by rewiring your home, you can now more effectively insulate your walls and attic. This will not only make your home more energy efficient, but also more comfortable during the year.

One thing that really annoys our customers that live in older homes is the lack of outlets. Let’s face it, we have more electrical appliances than was ever imagined seventy years ago. Now we have multiple televisions, computers, tablets, cell phone chargers, pvr players, stereos, cable tv boxes, microwaves, toasters, coffee makers, and so much, much more. Let’s face it, your original knob and tube wiring was not meant to take such a power demand. Also because you have a shortgae of outlets, you find yourself running extension cords and power bars to satisfy the electrical demand of today’s modern living. By having Powertec Electric come in and remove your knob and tube wiring and then rewire your home, we can increase your service as well as install more outlets and switches in you home. This way your home is safer as you are no longer overloading your electrical system and running extension cords all over the place.

Finally, the biggest reason to remove knob and tube wiring are Manitoba’s insurance companies. Many are simply refusing to insure homes with knob and tube wiring, as they believe your home poses a higher risk to fire loss. Many times an insurance company will give you a very tight deadline to comply or your insurance will be cancelled. As a homeowner it puts you in a bad position as almost all mortgages require insurance to be placed on the property. So it is better to replace the knob and tube wiring in your home before you need to. If nothing else, when it comes time to sell your home, you will most likely be able to command a higher price as a result of having updated wiring. It also eliminates updated wiring as a condition in the offer to purchase your home.

Now that you know what knob and tube wiring is, and why you should have it replaced, call Powertec Electric now at 204-896-3446 to get started.  we have done so many knob and tube removal jobs that we are now specialize in this area of electrical work. That means we can get it done, quickly and efficiently, saving you money. We even made it easy and affordable to rewire your home with financing available through Crelogix. With easy affordable monthly payments, plus a higher resale value for your safer and insurable home, there is no reason why you should put off replacing your knob and tube wiring.