Emergency Gas Service in Yonkers NY - Licensed Gas Line Experts
Need gas installation service in Yonkers NY for a new stove, dryer, or gas line? We're licensed gas contractors who've been doing gas work in Getty Square, Park Hill, Nodine Hill and all over Yonkers since 2008. Gas work isn't something you DIY or hire an unlicensed handyman to do - it requires proper licensing, permits, and inspections because mistakes can be deadly.
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Here's what most people don't realize about gas service in Yonkers - almost every neighborhood still has old gas lines installed 50-80 years ago. Black iron pipe that corrodes over time. Connections that leak. Shut-off valves that haven't been touched in decades and barely work. We work on gas systems every single day and know exactly what to look for.
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When you smell gas, you call the gas company first - that's the rule. They come out, check for leaks, and often red-tag your system if there's a problem. Then you call us to fix it so they'll turn your gas back on. We work with Con Edison all the time getting systems back up and running after they shut them down for safety.
Emergency Gas Service
Emergency gas service is what you need when you smell gas, when Con Edison shuts off your gas, or when your gas appliances stop working and you need them fixed now. We're available 24/7 for gas emergencies because gas leaks are serious safety issues.
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Real gas emergencies:
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Smell of gas inside your house
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Con Edison red-tagged your system
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Gas shut off due to failed inspection
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Hit a gas line during construction or digging
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Appliance leaking gas
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Carbon monoxide detector alarming
If you smell gas inside, get everyone out of the house, don't flip any switches or create sparks, and call 911 or Con Edison from outside. They'll secure the situation. Then call us to fix whatever caused the leak so you can get your gas restored.
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We respond fast to gas emergencies because we know what's at stake. No heat in winter, no hot water, no cooking - these aren't just inconveniences when you've got kids or elderly family members at home. We carry emergency repair parts and can usually get you back up and running same day once the gas company clears us to work.
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Most emergency gas calls in Yonkers are failed inspections during home sales or red tags from Con Edison after they detected a leak. The work needs to be done right, inspected, and signed off before they'll restore service. We handle the whole process - repairs, permits, inspections, and coordination with the gas company.
Gas Leak Detection
Gas leak detection finds leaks you can't see or smell. Small leaks don't always have that rotten egg smell. Sometimes the odorant in natural gas fades over time. Sometimes the leak is too small to smell but big enough to be dangerous or waste gas and money.
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We use professional gas leak detection equipment - electronic sensors that detect even tiny amounts of gas. We check every connection, every joint, every valve, every appliance hookup. We pressure test lines to find leaks that only happen when gas is flowing.
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Common places gas leaks happen:
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Old threaded connections that worked loose
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Corroded black iron pipe
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Flexible connectors that cracked or got kinked
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Shut-off valves with bad packing
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Behind appliances where connections get bumped
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Underground lines that corroded
Gas leaks are more common in older Yonkers homes with original gas piping from the 1940s-60s. The black iron corrodes from the inside and outside. Connections loosen from decades of vibration. Valves start seeping. At some point, patching leaks doesn't make sense anymore and you need to repipe.
If we find a leak, we'll show you exactly where it is, explain how serious it is, and give you a price to fix it before we start work. Small leaks at a single connection might cost $150-300 to fix. Major leaks or multiple leaks might mean repiping sections or the whole system.
Gas Line Installation
Gas line installation is needed when you're adding new gas appliances, converting from oil to gas, or replacing old corroded gas piping. We install gas lines for stoves, dryers, water heaters, boilers, furnaces, fireplaces, generators - anything that runs on natural gas.
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New gas line installation follows strict codes. We use proper materials - black iron pipe or approved flexible connectors. We size the pipe correctly for the BTU load. We install shut-off valves at every appliance. We pressure test the entire system. We get permits and schedule inspections.
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The process for new gas line installation:
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Design the routing and sizing
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Get permit from the city
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Install the piping and connections
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Pressure test the system
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Schedule inspection
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Connect appliances after approval
Installation timeframes vary. Running a gas line 20 feet for a new stove might take 3-4 hours. Repiping your whole house takes 2-3 days. We work efficiently but we don't cut corners on gas work - it has to be done right.
We see alot of gas line installation work in Park Hill and Crestwood where people are renovating kitchens and upgrading old appliances. Also in Getty Square where apartment buildings are converting individual units from electric to gas for cooking.
Gas Line Repair
Gas line repair fixes leaks, replaces corroded sections, and addresses problems with existing gas piping. Sometimes you can repair a gas line. Sometimes it needs replacement. We'll tell you honestly which makes more sense.
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Repairable gas line problems:
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Leaking threaded connection (re-thread and seal)
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Bad valve (replace the valve)
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Small section of corrosion (replace that section)
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Loose fitting (tighten and test)
Non-repairable problems:
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Extensive corrosion throughout the system
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Multiple leaks in old piping
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Undersized piping for current appliances
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Piping that doesn't meet current code
Gas line repairs need to pass inspection. You can't just patch a leak with tape or putty and call it fixed. We do proper repairs with approved materials, pressure test everything, and get it inspected if required by code.
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The older neighborhoods in Yonkers - Nodine Hill, parts of Getty Square, Lawrence Park - have lots of original gas piping that needs repair or replacement. When we repair one leak and find three more while we're testing, that's when we recommend repiping instead of playing whack-a-mole with leaks.
Gas Appliance Hookup
Gas appliance hookup connects your new gas stove, dryer, water heater, or other appliance to your existing gas line. This seems simple but its regulated work that requires licensing and permits in most cases.
Proper gas appliance hookup includes:
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Checking that the gas line is sized correctly for the appliance
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Installing shut-off valve if one isn't present
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Using approved flexible connector of correct length
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Tightening all connections properly
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Testing for leaks with soapy water or detector
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Checking that appliance operates correctly
We see alot of DIY gas hookups that are dangerous. Wrong type of connector. No shut-off valve. Connections not tight enough. Flexible line kinked or too long. These create leak hazards and sometimes cause fires or explosions.
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Gas appliance hookup is required whenever you replace an appliance or move one. Even if there's an existing gas line and the old appliance was connected, the new connection needs to be done properly and tested. Some jurisdictions require permits for this work.
Gas Stove and Oven Installation
Gas stove installation includes delivering the stove, connecting the gas line, testing for leaks, and making sure the burners operate properly. We install gas ranges, cooktops, and commercial-style stoves in homes throughout Yonkers.
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The gas connection for stoves uses a flexible stainless steel connector - usually 3/8 inch diameter, 3-6 feet long. This connector runs from the shut-off valve behind the stove to the inlet on the back of the range. We install a shut-off valve if one isn't present.
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After connecting the gas, we test every connection for leaks, turn on all burners to verify proper flame, and check the oven ignition. We make sure the stove is level so pots don't slide off. We secure the anti-tip bracket so the stove can't tip forward if someone leans on the open oven door.
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Converting from electric to gas stove requires running a new gas line to the kitchen. This is common in Yonkers as people upgrade their kitchens. Gas cooking is preferred by most serious cooks, but it requires proper ventilation and a gas line installation that meets code.
Gas Dryer Installation
Gas dryer installation connects your dryer to the gas line and vents it properly to the outside. Gas dryers cost less to operate than electric dryers and dry clothes faster, but they need both a gas connection and proper venting.
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The gas connection for dryers is similar to stoves - flexible connector from shut-off valve to the dryer inlet. The difference is dryers also need 120v electrical (not 240v like electric dryers) and proper exhaust venting.
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We check that the vent duct is short enough and routed correctly. Long vent runs or too many bends reduce dryer efficiency and create fire hazards from lint buildup. We use rigid or semi-rigid vent ducting, not the flexible plastic or foil stuff that's not code-compliant anymore.
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Many Yonkers homes have dryer vents that terminate in the basement or attic instead of going outside. This fails inspection and creates moisture problems. We reroute vents to proper exterior terminations when needed.
Gas Water Heater Installation
Gas water heater installation replaces your old gas water heater with a new one or converts from electric to gas. Gas water heaters recover faster than electric and cost less to operate, which is why most Yonkers homes use gas.
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The gas connection for water heaters is permanent rigid piping, not flexible connectors. We use black iron pipe from the gas line to the water heater's gas valve. We install a shut-off valve and a sediment trap (drip leg) per code.
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Water heater installation also includes:
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Proper venting (must vent outside, not just into basement)
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Temperature and pressure relief valve
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Drain pan if water heater is above living space
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Proper clearances from combustibles
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Carbon monoxide detector nearby
We install tank water heaters and tankless gas water heaters. Tank installation takes 3-4 hours. Tankless takes longer because we usually need to upgrade the gas line for the higher BTU demand and install new venting.
Gas Fireplace Installation
Gas fireplace installation adds a fireplace to a room that doesn't have one, or converts a wood-burning fireplace to gas. Gas fireplaces are popular in Yonkers because they give you ambiance and supplemental heat without the mess of wood or the maintenance of a wood chimney.
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Types of gas fireplaces we install:
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Direct vent (vents through exterior wall)
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Vent-free (no venting required but controversial)
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Gas inserts (fit into existing fireplace)
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Gas logs (convert wood fireplace to gas)
Direct vent gas fireplaces are the most popular because they don't require a chimney. We run the gas line, mount the fireplace unit, vent it through the exterior wall, and connect the gas. The venting brings in combustion air from outside and exhausts back outside, so it doesn't affect indoor air quality.
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Gas fireplace installation takes 1-2 days depending on complexity. We need to run gas line to where the fireplace will be, frame and finish around the unit, install the venting, and test everything. Permits and inspections are required.
Gas Line Pressure Testing
Gas Line Inspection
Gas Shut-Off Valve Installation
Gas line pressure testing verifies that your gas piping doesn't have any leaks. This is required after any new gas line installation, major repairs, or when Con Edison shuts down your system and requires testing before they'll restore service.
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We pressure test gas lines by:
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Capping all outlets and appliance connections
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Pressurizing the system with air or nitrogen
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Monitoring pressure for required time period
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Checking all connections with soap solution
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Documenting results for inspection
Pressure testing shows leaks that might not be obvious otherwise. A leak that's too small to smell or detect with soapy water will show up as pressure drop during testing. Code requires systems to hold pressure without drop for a specified time - usually 15 minutes to a few hours depending on jurisdiction.
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If a system fails pressure testing, we find and fix the leak, then retest until it passes. We don't just pump it up higher to compensate for leaks - that's dangerous and won't pass inspection.
Gas line inspection examines your existing gas piping for safety and code compliance. We inspect gas lines during home purchases, after Con Edison red-tags a system, or when homeowners want to know the condition of their gas system.
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During a gas line inspection we check:
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Pipe material and condition
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Proper sizing for connected appliances
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Corrosion or damage to piping
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Leaks at connections and valves
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Proper support and protection of piping
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Shut-off valves present and working
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Venting of appliances
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Carbon monoxide detectors present
We document everything we find and explain what needs immediate attention, what should be addressed soon, and what's fine for now. We provide written reports for real estate transactions or insurance purposes.
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Alot of Yonkers homes fail gas inspections during sales because of old corroded piping, missing shut-off valves, improper venting, or appliances that aren't up to current code. Most issues are fixable, but buyers want them addressed before closing.
Gas shut-off valve installation adds shutoff valves where they're missing or replaces valves that don't work properly. Every gas appliance should have its own shut-off valve so you can service or replace the appliance without shutting off gas to the whole house.
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Required shut-off valves:
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At every appliance (stove, dryer, water heater, boiler, furnace)
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At the meter
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Main shut-off where gas enters the house
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At fireplace or other gas outlets
We install ball valves for gas shut-offs because they're reliable and easy to operate. Old gate valves or valves that are stuck and won't turn get replaced. Valves should be accessible - not buried behind walls or hidden where you can't reach them in an emergency.
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Missing shut-off valves are common in older Yonkers homes. Previous work was done without installing valves, or valves were removed and never replaced. This fails inspection and creates safety issues because you can't quickly shut off gas to a specific appliance if there's a problem.
Our Gas Service Areas in Yonkers
We provide gas installation service throughout Yonkers - zip codes 10701, 10702, 10703, 10704, 10705, and 10710. Every neighborhood from Getty Square to Crestwood, Nodine Hill to Lawrence Park, Dunwoodie to Homefield.
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We're familiar with the building stock in each area. The old multi-families in central Yonkers with maze-like gas piping. The single-family homes in the hilltop neighborhoods. The newer construction in Dunwoodie. Each area has different typical gas system issues.
Q&A
Does Gas Work Requires Licensing and Permits in Yonkers?
Gas installation service in Yonkers NY requires proper licensing. We're licensed gas contractors registered with the city. We pull permits for gas work that requires them. We schedule inspections and make sure everything passes.
Why this matters:
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Unlicensed gas work can kill people
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Insurance won't cover damage from unpermitted work
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You can't sell your house with unpermitted gas work
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Con Edison won't restore service without proper inspections
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Fines and penalties for unpermitted work
We see consequences of unlicensed gas work regularly. Leaking connections that fill houses with gas. Improperly vented appliances producing carbon monoxide. Fires from bad installations. Gas work done right costs more than handyman work, but its worth every penny for safety and peace of mind.
Why Choose Licensed Gas Contractors?
Gas work is dangerous if done wrong. Natural gas is explosive. Carbon monoxide from improper venting is deadly. Leaks can kill. This isn't regular plumbing where a mistake means water damage - mistakes with gas mean potential death.
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We've been doing gas installation service in Yonkers for over 15 years. We know local codes, inspection requirements, and what Con Edison requires. Our work passes inspection the first time. We guarantee all our gas work and stand behind it.
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We also know the quirks of Yonkers gas systems. The old black iron piping in Getty Square apartments. The undersized gas lines in Park Hill houses that need upgrading. The neighborhoods with soft ground that causes settling and broken underground lines. Local knowledge matters.
Safety First with Gas Work
Gas safety is not negotiable. We follow all code requirements. We test everything. We document our work. We get proper inspections. Your family's safety is more important than saving time or money.
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If you smell gas, leave the house and call 911 or Con Edison from outside. Don't look for the leak yourself. Don't turn lights on or off. Don't use your phone inside the house. Just get out and call for help.
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Install carbon monoxide detectors on every level of your house, especially near bedrooms and gas appliances. Test them monthly. Replace batteries annually. Replace the whole detector every 7-10 years.
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Know where your gas shut-offs are and how to turn them off. Main shut-off at the meter, shut-offs at each appliance. In an emergency, being able to shut off gas quickly can save lives.
Call a Licensed Gas Contractor in Yonkers NY
When you need gas installation service in Yonkers NY for new appliances, gas line repair, leak detection, or any gas work, call the licensed gas contractors your neighbors trust. We do gas work right, safe, and up to code.
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Call us at 914-297-2466 or text us details about your gas service needs. We'll schedule service quickly and get your gas system working safely.