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Old 06-03-2025, 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Altavia View Post
In addition, particularly for new homebuyers, it is crucial to consider the potential risk of metal CSST gas lines being installed in the attic.

Manufacturers of the gas lines recommend the installation of lightening mitigation systems to mitigate the lightening strike risks associated with attic CSST gas lines in Florida.

Risk Of Lightning-Based Fires With CSST Gas Lines
CSST (corrugated stainless-steel tubing) requires bonding by code specifically for lightning mitigation. Further new building codes require bonding of all metal surfaces for the same purpose. Just FYI.
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