Knob and Tube Wiring?

[mtlogcabin]

We have a historical mansion that has an active knob and tube electrical wiring in the attic. Currently operates as a tourist/museum. The curators want to add fiberglass batts or blow in insulation in the attic which will cover the knob and tube wiring system. My gut says this is not a good idea but I don't really know.
I am looking for opinions or code or historical horror stories where this should not be done or is safe to do

 

[cda]

Check this thread

See if it helps



https://www.thebuildingcodeforum.co...tube-wiring-and-replacement-insulation.11601/

 

[JPohling]

No you cannot install insulation over the knob and tube

 

[SCBO1]

mtnlogcabin, NEC 394.12 (5) Uses not permitted

 

[e hilton]

At first i thought the historical aspect was behind their continued use of the k&t wiring, but then i realized that it will be hidden from view by the insulation ... so whats the point in keeping it?
If the k&t is visible to tourists who visit the attic, and they want to keep it as a feature, then convert to emt/romex below the insulation, and re-install the k&t above the insulation as an inactive component of the mansion.

 

[fatboy]

Agree wit others, covering K&T is a no-no, it needs the free air to dissipate heat.

 

[mtlogcabin]

Thanks for the answers especially the NEC code section

 

[mark handler]

In most cases states do allow the Building Official, the authority to detemain what structure or componant is unsafe.

Most will rely on a third party to do that, ie, Electrical Contractor.

 

[ADAguy]

Does amperage load figure into the equation?
1905 with only a 30A service feed, minimal appliances (frig., TV, minimal outlets) and lighting.