Pipefitters in West Virginia were among the workers most heavily exposed to asbestos. From power plants and chemical facilities to refineries and paper mills, pipefitters installed, repaired, and maintained high-temperature piping systems wrapped in asbestos insulation. If you or a loved one developed mesothelioma or lung cancer after working as a pipefitter in West Virginia, it’s time to speak with a qualified Pipefitter Asbestos Lawyer.
Why Were Pipefitters Exposed to Asbestos?
Asbestos was widely used in thermal insulation, gaskets, valves, and cement coatings in industrial piping. Pipefitters working in places like the Kammer-Mitchell Plant, DuPont facilities, or Union Carbide often had to cut, remove, or install asbestos-wrapped pipes in confined spaces. These tasks released microscopic asbestos fibers into the air—putting workers at constant risk. Even those who left the trades decades ago are only now being diagnosed due to asbestos’s long latency period.
Take-Home Exposure: Families Were at Risk Too
Pipefitters often came home with asbestos dust on their clothes, skin, and tools. This led to take-home exposure, where spouses and children developed mesothelioma years later without ever stepping foot on a jobsite. If your loved one was a pipefitter in West Virginia and you’ve since been diagnosed, you may also have a legal claim. Learn more about take-home asbestos cases in West Virginia here.
FAQs About Pipefitter Asbestos Exposure
What types of asbestos products did pipefitters handle?
Insulation, cement, flange gaskets, pipe coverings, and joint compounds—many of which contained asbestos.
Can I still file a claim if I worked decades ago?
Yes. West Virginia allows claims based on when the disease is discovered, not when the exposure occurred.
Is there compensation available for my family?
Yes. Surviving spouses and children can often pursue wrongful death claims if a loved one has passed from mesothelioma.
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If you or someone in your family worked as a pipefitter and now suffers from mesothelioma or another asbestos-related illness, legal help is available. With decades of experience in West Virginia asbestos litigation, The Law Offices of Lee W. Davis is here to help.
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