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Posted February 20, 2015, 10:22 PM Updated February 20, 2015, 10:22 PM

SAN ANTONIO - Jeff Adams, president of the San Antonio Association of Real Estate Inspectors, said it's time for residents to become more aware of a safety issue that literally surrounds their home.

Corrugated stainless steel tubing gained popularity in the 1990s, as a cheaper and more versatile option for carrying natural gas into homes.

"This product is cheap and easy to run," said Adams. "It's flexible. Just roll it out, run it off and cut it."

CSST was originally created for areas prone to earthquakes because of its flexibility.

But Adams said its cost made its popularity grow across the country, including Texas.

But he warned that if not installed correctly, the line can be rupture due to electrical arcing from lightning strikes or other electrical problems in the home.

"There's a lot of issues with this product being energized period," he said. "Do a complete inspection of everything. This product can't be in contact with any type of wiring, it cannot be in contact with anything that can be energized."

Rod Sanchez, director of the city of San Antonio's development services, said most homeowners should not face serious issues as long as the tubing was installed correctly.

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Home inspector: Gas line tubing in homes a cause for concern

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