National Grid & Con Edison Gas Shut Down Restoration

Fast, Safe, and Code-Compliant Gas Restoration by Stanley Lewis Plumbing & Heating

Has your building’s gas service been abruptly shut off by Con Edison or National Grid? We know how incredibly disruptive and stressful a gas shut-down can be—especially when your building relies on gas for essential heating, hot water, and cooking.

At Stanley Lewis Plumbing & Heating, we specialize in prompt gas leak detection, line repair, and complete gas service restoration. We work urgently to get your building back online with minimal interruption while ensuring your property is 100% safe and compliant with all New York City Building Code regulations.

Why Was Your Gas Shut Off?

Due to a history of dangerous gas leaks throughout the city, the local government has significantly tightened building codes and regulations. The Department of Buildings (DOB), along with utility companies like Con Edison and National Grid, now mandate strict, frequent Service Line Inspections—especially for buildings older than 50 years, operating on mandatory 1-5-year cycles depending on the location of the meter(s)

During these inspections, utility workers conduct pressure tests on your gas lines. If even the slightest leak is identified, or if a tenant reports the smell of gas, the utility company is required by law to immediately shut off the gas supply to the building.

The Stanley Lewis Plumbing & Heating Solution: How We Restore Your Gas

A gas shut-off is not a job for an everyday handyman. Restoring gas service requires a licensed, DOT-authorized plumbing expert who understands exactly what the utility companies demand.

Here is how we get your gas turned back on:

1. Precision Leak Detection & Repair: We utilize advanced technology to find the exact source of the leak or pressure drop and repair your pipes safely and effectively.
2. Permit Management: We cut through the red tape. Our team is highly experienced in expediting all required permits and Limited Alteration Applications (LAA) with the DOB.
3. Utility Coordination & Approval: We work directly with Con Edison and National Grid. Once our repairs are complete, we coordinate the mandatory pressure tests to secure their approval and get your gas restored in a matter of weeks, not months.

Gas Appliance Installation & Legalization

Don’t jeopardize your building or risk failing a utility inspection due to improperly installed appliances! Connecting gas-operated appliances requires a certified professional.

Our team provides expert installation for all gas appliances, ensuring they are properly connected to your building's gas line. If you have unpermitted or improperly installed equipment, we can also legalize your appliances so you can pass your inspections with flying colors and avoid a future shut-off.

Know the Warning Signs of a Gas Leak

Natural gas is an emergency hazard. It is colorless and odorless, but utility companies add a distinct smell to help you identify it. Keep an eye (and nose) out for:

• A strong sulfur or "rotten egg" smell
• Hissing, whistling, or roaring sounds near gas pipelines or appliances
• Persistent bubbles in wet or flooded areas
• Unexplained dead or discolored vegetation near a buried pipeline

What to do if you suspect a leak:

1. Evacuate the area immediately.
2. Do NOT turn any light switches or appliances on or off, and do not use your cell phone until you are a safe distance away.
3. Call 911 and your utility provider (Con Edison or National Grid) to report the leak.
4. Call Stanley Lewis Plumbing & Heating for prompt attention to gas line repairs.

Don’t Let a Gas Shut-Off Leave You in the Cold

With our extensive experience in navigating the demands of the DOB, DOT, Con Edison, and National Grid, Stanley Lewis Plumbing & Heating is your trusted partner for gas restoration.

Call us today at to get your gas system repaired, inspected, and restored!