EMPIRE PLUMBING NYC

Local Law 152 implemented inspection cycles for gas piping systems with inspections due by the end of the calendar year once every four years based on the community district the property is located in. As of 2022, an amendment to this law offers building owners the ability to request a single extension, if necessary, to […]

During a local law 152 inspection, a gas piping inspector will check the pipes and appliances in your building for any potential problems. If the inspection reveals any issues, you will need a plumber to correct those problems in accordance with DOB building codes within the next 120 days and pass a subsequent inspection. These

The majority of Local Law 152 inspections return only minor issues. Considered deficient conditions, these will need repairs within 120 days of the inspection, but leave you with the flexibility to schedule those repairs without shutting off your gas service in the interim period. But on any occasion when an inspector finds hazardous conditions during

The three results of a Local Law 152 inspection are to have no problems at all, to have deficient conditions, or to have hazardous and unsafe conditions. Depending on what your inspection turns up, the next steps will depend on these results. By understanding the different outcomes, you can be prepared to quickly address any

Local Law 152 first went into effect in 2020, requiring all commercial and multi-residential buildings in NYC at that time to receive regular inspections of gas piping systems every 4 years. There are a few exceptions to LL 152 and one of these is for newer buildings. Much of what Local Law 152 checks for

Local Law 152 requires an inspection of gas piping systems once every 4 years for commercial and multifamily residential properties housing over two families. Despite the focus of this law being on the safety of gas piping systems, properties without gas piping systems still have requirements under this law. How to Comply with Local Law

When your boiler goes out in the winter or starts to malfunction, it can leave you stressed over whether or not your building will have heat on a cold day. For this reason, you want to be able to determine the issue quickly and make the necessary repairs.  Fortunately, most boiler repairs fall into one

There are two main risks with gas piping systems. Both are rare, but important to be aware of. The first is a gas leak which can lead to fire and explosion. The second risk is carbon monoxide, which is often called a “silent killer” because it can have dangerous, or even fatal results with little

When well maintained, a boiler in NYC can easily last for many years and deliver effective and efficient heating over that time. While some tasks should always be left to professionals – such as boiler repairs, annual boiler inspection, and annual or start up servicing, – there are a variety of maintenance steps that a

A backflow prevention device is an important piece of equipment that prevents water on properties from flowing back into the main line and causing a serious public health and safety issue. But in order to fulfill these requirements, a backflow prevention device needs to be working correctly. For this reason, NYC requires properties in the