asbestos asbestos pipe wrap: Asbestos Pipe Wrap & NJ Home Inspections
- 09/20/22 06:35 PM
One issue that I often come across while inspecting older homes is asbestos pipe wrap. Asbestos pipe wrap was used from the early 1900's to the 1970's. The pipe wrap was used to insulate hot water and heating pipes. It gives the appearance of a white cloth like covering or wrap. Its purpose was to keep heat in the pipes to avoid heat loss. It was very good at its intended purpose however it had a very big drawback. As we all know asbestos fibers are harmful to the human body. Asbestos fibers cause damage to the lungs and can cause cancer. (2 comments)