 |
|
 |
copper gas pipe copper, hints from a home inspector
Copper gas lines are not commonly used in most areas of the country. If the copper pipe is the proper type for use with natural gas
and/or propane and is properly installed, one should expect the system to be trouble free. Be sure copper pipe is secured so that unnecessary pressures will not be exerted against it causing possible failure of the joints. Be aware that copper is softer than most other metal pipes and will be damaged by screws and nails driven into it. Use caution when hanging pictures, cabinets, etc. You are advised to contact the gas supplier to the property to determine if copper pipes are allowed as gas lines. Should you desire a gas leak test it is recommended that you contact the gas supplier to the property. This is usually a free service. Steel pipe is used mostly for the transport of gasses such as natural gas. This pipe is commonly buried in the ground
and/or run against, across, or through framing members within the structure to supply gas to the appliances. Be sure that this pipe is secured so that unnecessary pressures will not be exerted against it causing possible failure of the joints. If the pipe is buried it should have a wrapping applied to its exterior which will reduce corrosion. . The gas company may be able to perform tests not allowed by inspection companies. This may include shutting the gas off to the appliances so a meter reading can be performed. If the meter indicates loss of gas while everything is shut down there may be a gas leak. Inspection companies cannot shut down appliances and valves for the buyer but the gas company may do so since they are testing for the seller.
Plastic water pipes
Plastic water pipes
Plastic water pipe
Fossil fuel water heater or other fuel burning appliance less than 18 to 24 inches above garage floor
Water heater stand area damaged stained no overflow pan
Water heater vehicle stop (bollard) not installed
Hot water circulating pump inoperative noisy
Aluminum or flexible gas supply line installed through wall ceiling floor cabinet
appliance housing between rigid pipes: to prevent vibration damage
,
Copper pipe in natural or LPG gas line
Gas oil valve line leaks: important note
The above information was provided by TWI Systems Copyright 1995-2007 1-800-553-5660. TWI is a fantastic company to deal with!
Home Inspection Checklist -
New Home Inspection Checklist -
Home inspector training -
lung cancer asbestos -
How to become a home inspector -
Home Inspection Business -
SiteMap -
list
SarasotaFloridaRealEstate.html
This file was last updated on Sunday, 29-Jun-2008 15:55:31 EDT * Copyright © 2008 All
rights reserved by: Accurate
Inspections, Inc. A New
Jersey home inspection
firm providing New Jersey
Certified Home Inspections in NJ, by New Jersey Licensed home inspectors. Inspector of record Michael Del Greco, New Jersey Home Inspector License GI 0121.
copper gas pipe copper, hints from a New Jersey home inspector who performs home inspections in NJ
|
