Oil-to-Gas Conversion in Yonkers — Process, Cost & Rebates
Step-by-step guide to converting from oil to natural gas in Yonkers, including Con Edison hookup costs, NYC permits, and 2025 rebate stack.
Published 2025-11-18 · Bravo Mechanical, Westchester County, NY
Yonkers has one of the highest concentrations of remaining oil-heat homes in Westchester — particularly in Bryn Mawr, Park Hill, and Crestwood. Converting to natural gas can cut heating costs by 30–45% and dramatically simplify maintenance. Here's the full process.
Step 1 — Confirm gas is on your street
Most Yonkers streets have gas mains, but not all. Call Con Edison at 1-800-643-1289 or check their service map. If a main needs to be extended, that can add $5,000–$25,000 (sometimes Con Ed covers it for multi-home conversions). > Pricing and incentive availability vary by equipment, home conditions, utility program rules, and current market costs. This guide is for planning only; final pricing requires an on-site assessment.
Step 2 — Get the gas service installed
- $0–$2,500 for the service line (frequently free for residential conversions)
- 4–10 weeks lead time
- Yonkers Building Department permit required
Step 3 — Remove the oil tank
- Above-ground basement tank: $400–$800 to drain, cut, remove
- Underground tank: $1,800–$4,500 (with soil testing)
- Documentation matters — Yonkers buyers/insurers will ask for a closure letter
Step 4 — Install the new gas boiler or furnace
- High-efficiency gas boiler (95% AFUE): $10,500–$15,500
- Combi boiler with on-demand hot water: $12,000–$17,000
- High-efficiency gas furnace + AC ready: $8,500–$13,500
Step 5 — Chimney lining
Almost every Yonkers oil-to-gas conversion needs a stainless steel chimney liner ($1,200–$2,500). Old masonry chimneys can't safely vent low-temperature gas exhaust.
Step 6 — Final inspection and meter set
Yonkers Building Dept inspects, then Con Ed activates the meter. Total project timeline: 6–12 weeks.
2025 rebate stack for Yonkers conversions
- Con Edison high-efficiency boiler rebate: $400–$1,000
- NYSEG / Con Ed conversion incentive: up to $1,500
- Federal 25C tax credit: up to $600
- NYS Clean Heat (heat pump only): consider going further and switching to a heat pump for $5,000–$10,000
Total realistic Yonkers project cost
$13,500–$22,000 all-in for a typical conversion, $11,000–$19,000 after rebates.
Request a Yonkers conversion estimate or call (914) 318-7368.
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