Winter brings cozy nights and higher energy use, but it can also expose hidden problems in your home’s electrical system. When outlets suddenly stop working, flicker, or feel warm to the touch, it’s more than an inconvenience—it can be a warning sign. Homeowners who rely on us for all things electrical in Des Moines often notice these issues during the colder months when heaters, holiday lighting, and appliances are working overtime.
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Why Your Outlets Aren’t Working: Common Winter Electrical Issues Explained
Monday, January 19th, 2026Old Wiring Needs to Be Replaced
Monday, January 16th, 2023
Have you ever heard of the term “knob and tube wiring?” It’s a dreaded term that home inspectors avoid like the plague and it’s something that can be the difference between a solid home purchase and a money pit.
As technology advances so does our understanding of how electrical systems work. Electricity hasn’t always been around, but when human beings started figuring out how to wire their homes for electrical power, they did so in ways that we would not deem safe today. Knob and tube wiring is an old and outdated method for wiring a home and it’s one that we’d argue needs to be replaced no matter how old or aesthetically pleasing your home might be.
And for some of the reasons we’re about to mention, this kind of electrical work should only be done by a licensed electrician in Cedar Falls, IA.