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Local Law 152 is still a relatively new rule impacting buildings in NYC that use gas power and many property owners are still trying to determine how to budget for inspections. With only the first group having so far been required to complete their inspection, there are questions about the costs of the mandated inspection and […]

Local Law 152 outlines gas piping system inspection requirements for the majority of properties in New York City. Depending on which community district a building is located in, they are required to have an inspection completed by a licensed master plumber once every four years. The first set of community districts had their inspection in 2020,

Natural gas has several advantages. It is efficient, affordable, and clean-burning. It is also easily available and safe to use so long as an experienced plumber installed the gas piping system and appliances. All of these benefits can make your home more comfortable, save you money on energy costs, and increase the value of your

It can often seem as if appliances powered by natural gas operate by magic. You flip a switch or turn a knob, and suddenly you have power so long as the system is working as it should. For most homeowners, this is fine. But the gas pipe system that supplies natural gas to your heating

Natural gas is one of the safest forms of energy for homes and properties in NYC, but it is not completely without risks. Improper installation or repair work can lead to leaks, malfunctioning appliances, inefficient gas usage, and in extreme cases, explosion or fire. These risks are why it is so important to hire the

Over half of the residential properties in NYC use natural gas for heating, as do many businesses and commercial properties. It can also power most of the appliances you or your tenants use. When compared with electric power for appliances, or solutions like heating oil, natural gas offers property owners significant advantages that can make

When the plumbing works right in your home, you have a safe and comfortable living space. But as soon as something goes wrong with your gas pipes, water heater, or drainage, you can have a significant problem on your hands. Plumbing issues need to be handled quickly before they can get worse, or threaten your

Plumbing issues can come in many different forms. A clogged sink or toilet is something any plumber can handle, or may be something you or a building super can fix on your own. Other plumbing problems and projects require an expert, and in those cases, you will need a Licensed Master Plumber. NYC building codes

The end of the year is the deadline for Local Law 152 gas piping system inspections in community districts 2, 5, 7, 13, and 18. This means that, if you own a qualifying property in one of these districts, the time is quickly approaching when you will need to have both your inspection completed and the necessary

The NYC Department of Buildings has strict codes in place to make sure that local buildings are safe to live and work in. They also strictly enforce these codes, and a property that has a plumbing violation may find their utilities like gas and water shut off until the issue can be fixed by a