This article comes from Nationwide insurance and discusses some very important information everyone should know!
If you live or work in a structure built between 1990-2006, or if gas line work was performed on your building during that period, be aware of possible safety hazards associated with CSST. Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing - CSST- is a flexible yellow pipe used to provide natural gas and propane to many homes and businesses.
Some facts associated with CSST pipes:
If your home was constructed between 1990-2006, CSST pipe systems may not be installed to current model code requirements. Because many regulations on how pipes are bonded and grounded were not adopted until 2006, you should have your piping system inspected by a licensed electrician.
Having properly bonding and grounding CSST is crucial. Direct bonding secures electrical continuity and conductivity through metal pipes. Grounding can send lightning strikes into the ground. CSST pipes installed before 1990-2006 could have a higher chance of lightning strikes, which can cause electrical shocks. The same holds true on your natural gas system.
The best way to know is to have your system inspected by a licensed electrician. They can discuss your options to protect your home.