My prospective Faribault home was built before 1950. Could it still have knob-and-tube wiring?

Possibly, and it's worth checking. Knob-and-tube was the standard wiring method through roughly the 1940s, so homes in Faribault's older neighborhoods and historic district built before 1950 may still have remnants of it, particularly in attics, in walls that were never opened up, and in less-used areas. Most homes have had at least partial updates over the decades, but it's common to find active knob-and-tube hiding behind newer panels and outlets. The concerns are real: knob-and-tube has no ground, the original insulation becomes brittle with age, it's often improperly buried in blown-in attic insulation that traps heat, and many insurers either won't cover it or charge more. During the inspection we look in the attic, basement, and at accessible junctions for the telltale ceramic knobs and tubes and note where modern wiring takes over. If we find it, you'll know before you buy and can plan for an electrician. To get an older Faribault home checked, call us or build a free instant quote online.