You sleep better knowing your tenants are safe and your property won’t get hit with surprise violations. The city doesn’t mess around with boiler compliance—they’ll fine you $1,000 per boiler for missed inspections. But when you’re ahead of the game, you avoid those headaches entirely.
Your Certificate of Occupancy stays clean. Your insurance stays happy. Your tenants stay warm without worrying about safety issues.
Most importantly, you’re not scrambling in December trying to find an available inspector when everyone else suddenly remembers their deadline.
We’ve been serving Manhattan since 1983, back when Gramercy Park was still finding its rhythm as one of NYC’s most desirable neighborhoods. We’re not just another inspection company—we’re Bobby and Rob, a father-son team who actually shows up when we say we will.
When you hire RB Mechanical, you get Bobby and son Rob, and that’s who you get. We’re expert professionals and perfectionists. We know Gramercy Park’s mix of pre-war buildings and newer developments, and we understand what each type needs to stay compliant.
The neighborhood’s older buildings often have unique boiler setups that require someone who’s seen it all before. That’s us.
We start by scheduling your inspection well before the December crunch. The inspection cycle runs January 1 to December 31, but smart property owners don’t wait until the last minute.
During the inspection, we examine every component that matters: safety valves, pressure gauges, fuel supply lines, and all the critical parts that keep your system running safely. We check for wear and tear, corrosion, damage, and ensure your boiler complies with all applicable building codes.
After the inspection, we prepare your detailed report and handle the DOB filing for you. Reports must be filed within 14 days of inspection—we never miss that deadline. If we find any issues that need attention, we’ll walk you through exactly what needs to be done and when.
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Every inspection covers the full scope of what the DOB requires, plus the practical stuff that actually matters for your building. We’re checking safety systems, efficiency components, and all the connections that could become problems down the road.
For Gramercy Park specifically, we pay extra attention to the challenges that come with the neighborhood’s building mix. The area has higher boiler emissions than most NYC neighborhoods, which means your system works harder and needs more thorough attention.
We also handle the paperwork that trips up most property owners. The DOB wants specific forms, filed in specific ways, by specific deadlines. We know exactly what they want and how they want it, so you don’t have to figure it out the hard way.
Inspection costs vary based on your boiler type and building size, but they’re a fraction of what you’ll pay in fines if you skip the inspection. The city charges $1,000 per boiler for missed inspections, plus additional penalties that can add up fast.
We provide transparent pricing upfront—no surprises, no hidden fees. Most property owners find that staying compliant costs less than dealing with one violation. Plus, regular inspections often catch small problems before they become expensive repairs.
The inspection cycle runs from January 1 through December 31, and annual inspections must be at least six months apart. But here’s the thing—don’t wait until November or December when everyone else is scrambling.
We recommend scheduling in the fall, before the heating season kicks into full gear. That gives you time to address any issues we find without your tenants freezing while repairs are made. Reports must be filed within 14 days of inspection, so timing matters for compliance too.
If defects are found during inspection, they must be corrected within 90 days of the initial inspection date. We don’t just hand you a problem and walk away—we explain exactly what needs to be fixed and help you understand your options.
If we find any dangerous condition that threatens life or safety requiring immediate shutdown, we notify the DOB’s Boiler Unit within 24 hours. But most issues aren’t that dramatic. Usually, it’s maintenance items that can be scheduled and completed without major disruption to your building operations.
Yes, and this is where a lot of property owners get tripped up. Inspections must be conducted by qualified professionals such as licensed Oil Burner Installers, High-Pressure Boiler Operating Engineers, or authorized representatives of licensed boiler inspection companies.
The inspector must have the required certifications and knowledge of NYC’s boiler safety codes. We handle both low-pressure and high-pressure boilers, and our team has all the necessary DOB certifications. You don’t have to worry about whether your inspector is qualified—we are.
Low-pressure boilers operate at not more than 15 psi for steam and are used primarily for heating and hot water. High-pressure boilers operate at pressures greater than 15 psi for steam.
The inspection requirements are different for each type. Low-pressure boilers must undergo annual inspection by either the building owner or a third-party inspection agency. High-pressure boilers require inspection every year, conducted by the Department of Buildings or an authorized insurance company. We handle both types and know exactly what each requires for compliance.
Absolutely—and this is where we save you the most headaches. Reports must be filed within 14 days of inspection, and the DOB wants them filed in a very specific way through their online system.
We handle the entire filing process for you, including the follow-up if any corrections are needed. If defects were found and corrected, a subsequent inspection report must be filed within 14 days of the subsequent inspection date. We track all these deadlines so you don’t have to, and we never miss a filing deadline.