Updated June 19, 2025 Case Study: Domestic Hot Water Heater Upgrade on Manhattan’s Upper West Side A residential building on Manhattan’s Upper West Side was facing high energy costs and unreliable hot water due to an outdated domestic hot water system. The original gas-fired heaters were oversized, inefficient, and lacked modern firing control, driving up […]
Metro Group recently undertook a boiler project at a large residential building in Brooklyn, focusing on upgrading outdated gas burners to leverage state-of-the-art fuel-saving technology. This initiative aimed not only to enhance operational efficiency but also to significantly reduce heating costs for our client. Upgrading 25-Year-Old Gas Burners on Scotch Marine Boilers The challenge involved […]
Are you a building owner or manager in New York City required to comply with Local Law 97 (LL97)? As part of NYC’s plans to shift away from the use of fossil fuels and become carbon neutral by 2050, LL97 mandates that buildings exceeding 25,000 gross square feet meet emission thresholds to avoid fines. One […]
Have you ever wondered how to tackle the challenge of modernizing heating and cooling systems in a historic building nearly 150 years old? Recently, Metro Group faced this exact task when we undertook a fuel gas boiler replacement project for a distinguished client in the Lower Hudson Valley, on a Museum Mansion Home constructed 147 […]
Updated April 22, 2025 Case Study – How Do You Restore Heat and Hot Water to Two Boiler Rooms with Just One Solution? Another winter emergency struck a mixed-use residential and commercial building in Downtown Brooklyn, when a utility shutdown knocked out two separate boiler rooms, leaving the entire property without heat or hot water […]
Water is a precious resource, and its safety is paramount. The journey of your drinking water from the city’s mainline into your property is typically a one-way flow, guided by pressure. However, the potential for fluctuations in pipe pressure poses a risk of water flowing backwards, potentially contaminating the public water supply with hazardous substances. […]
Boilers play a crucial role in providing essential heat and power to buildings. Gaskets are a small component of a boiler system that supports efficiency by ensuring a tight seal. However, like any part, gaskets require proper maintenance to ensure longevity and peak performance. In this blog, we’ll discuss the importance of maintaining gaskets in […]
In mid-town, Metro Group upgraded a heating system to meet the latest DEP/DOB fuel oil and energy use requirements. This not only ensured compliance but also eliminated the use of the city’s most polluting fuel, #4 oil. Explore the details of this sustainable heating overhaul and its positive impact on mid-town residents. Navigating Compliance Regulation […]
Timely Response to Restore Comfort after the Flood. In the face of adversity, Metro Group showcased their commitment to customer satisfaction and timely solutions when a flood wreaked havoc on a 400-unit family complex in Newark, New Jersey. This case study looks at the swift and effective measures taken by Metro Group to restore the […]
New York City has been at the forefront of sustainability efforts for years, and the latest move is a ban on the use of #4 oil. The city is cracking down on the use of heavy heating oils that contribute to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Building owners and managers need to understand the […]
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