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Gas oil valve line leaks important note, hints from a home inspector
Gas oil valve line leaks: important note. This inspection service does not report on natural or
LPG gas line leaks unless the odor of gas is noted. No other testing is performed. If the property is supplied with natural gas it is recommended that a "gas safety check" be performed by the gas company before you take possession of the property. Leaks in gas or oil lines or valves must be corrected immediately. Leaks may require the removal and replacement of sections of pipe or the replacement of valves. One of the most common leaks found during inspections is at the flex pipe connectors. These can often be repaired with a wrench by simply tightening the nut. Check for leaks using a mixture of dish soap and water. Spread the mixture on all joints and valves. Any gas leaks will cause the soap to bubble (if the gas is turned on and if the line is under pressure). Never use open flame to test for leaks. Refer to the report for possible locations of the problem. Although many leaks can be repaired by the property owner it may be necessary to contact a plumbing contractor for remedies.
Transite pipe
Copper water supply lines are the current standard
Galvanized steel pipe is steel plumbing pipe
Lead water pipe tests have indicated the presence of lead in the drinking water of buildings with lead soldered copper water pipes and in buildings with lead water
pipes
Plastic water pipes
PB pipe is a gray sometimes silver or black colored pipe made of polybutylene
PE pipe is a pipe made of polyethylene
PP pipe is a pipe made of polypropylene
Contact NJ home inspectors for more information and assistance.
SR pipe is a rigid pipe made of styrene rubber
PVC water pipe generally
PVC
Plastic water pipe
Aluminum gas lines are common as connectors between rigid pipe and appliances
The above information was provided by TWI Systems Copyright 1995-2007 1-800-553-5660. TWI is a fantastic company to deal with!
File last updated February 03, 2012 * Copyright © 2012 All rights reserved by: Accurate Inspections, Inc. A New Jersey home inspection firm 56 Woodland Drive, Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson) NJ 07424 973-812-5100 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.
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