Questions: What is required when you find CSST gas piping in a home?
- antioxidant past on the connections
- CSST is no longer allowed in new construction
- piping must be properly bonded
- piping not allowed to run through framing
Transcript text: What is required when you find CSST gas piping in a home?
- antioxidant past on the connections
- CSST is no longer allowed in new construction
- piping must be properly bonded
- piping not allowed to run through framing
Solution
The answer is the third one: piping must be properly bonded.
Explanation for each option:
Antioxidant paste on the connections: This is not a requirement for CSST (Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing) gas piping. Antioxidant paste is typically used for aluminum wiring connections to prevent oxidation, not for gas piping.
CSST is no longer allowed in new construction: This statement is incorrect. CSST is still allowed in new construction, but it must meet certain safety requirements, such as proper bonding and grounding.
Piping must be properly bonded: This is the correct answer. CSST gas piping must be properly bonded to reduce the risk of damage from electrical arcing, which can occur during lightning strikes or other electrical events.
Piping not allowed to run through framing: This is incorrect. CSST can run through framing, but it must be installed according to the manufacturer's guidelines and local building codes, which may include protective measures to prevent damage from nails or screws.
Summary:
When you find CSST gas piping in a home, it is required that the piping must be properly bonded to ensure safety and compliance with building codes.