Karls Plumbing Heating & Cooling

COVID-19 Impact

admin — Tue, 24 Mar 2020 12:19:01 +0000

We are currently open for business.

We are currently open for business. We are actively monitoring the COVID-19 situation and taking proper precautions. As an essential business we maintain the safety, sanitation, and essential operation of residences, essential activities, and essential businesses. The health and safety of our customers and employees is our greatest concern so we encourage our customers to let us know in advance if they are feeling ill so that we may reschedule your appointment. This ensures the safety of not only our employees but also to help do our part in preventing the spread of the virus further to our local community. New Yorkers are resilient and we will get through this pandemic stronger than before.

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Annual Boiler Inspections

admin — Tue, 24 Mar 2020 12:18:49 +0000

Annual boiler inspections are done to prevent potential problems with boilers. At Karl’s Plumbing we check to make sure everything is inspected according to the NYC DOB code as well as applicable inspections required by other areas. Being in compliance is very important and can result in fines and put your safety at risk if not done in a timely fashion. You can see all the services related to boilers here.

The following boilers must be inspected & file a report with the
NYC Department of Buildings annually:

Low pressure boilers in residential buildings with 6 or more
families
Low pressure boilers in mixed‐used buildings
Mixed‐use building have both commercial & residential units
Low pressure boilers in commercial buildings
H‐stamp domestic hot water heaters with over 350,000 BTUs
in residential, mixed‐used & commercial buildings

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Importance of Backflow Prevention Devices in NYC

admin — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 13:27:42 +0000

Backflow prevention devices are extremely important and ensures the safety of everyone. New York City Department of Environmental Protection has passed a mandate that all buildings in NYC be fitted with backflow devices and tested regularly by a NYC licensed plumber. For more information about backflow devices you may visit the NYC DEP Website

We can help test backflow devices in Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island, Long Island, Westchester and surrounding areas.

Why are backflow prevention devices required?

Backflow prevention devices are very important for our environment to ensure everyone has clean and safe water. It’s legally required under the New York State Sanitary Code and the Rules of the City of New York for businesses that can pose a risk to the public water supply.

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