PSA For Old Victorian Homeowners!

4/11/2024 (Permalink)

Make sure the wiring in your home is up to code.

Old Victorian homes have so much beauty and character but come with many quirks if renovations have not been done throughout the years. This beautiful Victorian was built in 1877 with the oldest type of wiring system that can be found in a home, knob-and-tube. This type of wiring becomes dangerous when the wire insulation has worn away, when installation practices were poor, or when covered with building insulation. One of these knob-and-tube wires was the source of the fire damage in this home.

If your home has older wiring, have a licensed electrician look for any possible hazards to minimize the risk of your home suffering fire damage.

If fire or smoke damage affect your home, call SERVPRO of Holland / West Ottawa County for an inspection and assessment, 616-396-8180. We are trained in fire damage restoration and are always Here to help®