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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

Many people who rely on gas appliances like stoves, water heaters, and furnaces swear by these solutions for reliable performance, efficiency, and ease of use. There are some differences between natural gas and electric appliances in terms of the installation process and how they function. If you are interested in upgrading to gas appliances, here

Winter is approaching in NYC and along with it some cold days. You want to be sure that your gas piping system can withstand the cold temperatures and your appliances, like water heaters and boilers, are ready to get you through NYC’s coldest days. Preparing a Natural Gas System for Winter in NYC  Taking some

As we approach the last quarter of 2022, we are also approaching the end of the year deadline for Local Law 152 inspections. This law requires the majority of properties in NYC to have their gas piping systems inspected by a licensed master plumber and to take care of any repairs necessary before the end