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Welcome to MBS Engineering

We Are Commercial Natural Gas Experts

A General Engineering & Civil Contractor
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Women & Minority Business Enterprise Certified

MBS Engineering is a licensed commercial natural gas and underground utility contracting company, operating in California. MBS prides itself on solving complex and challenging problems, regarding natural gas systems, liquid propane gas systems, and underground utility projects. We do not just install; we design and build - with a focus on durability, efficiency, and safety. 

​Areas of Service

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​Seismic Shut-off Valves
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  • Over 100,000 Seismic Valves installed throughout CA
  • #1 Installer in CA
  • Installation of Mechanical & Actuated Systems 
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PG&E Certified Gas Pipe Installation & Fusion
  • Certified MDPE Fusion 
  • Certified Iron Pipe Welding
  • Open Trench, Directional Drilling, Slip-lining & Pipe Splitting Installations
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Gas Leak Surveys &
​ Emergency Repairs
  • Trained & Certified Gas Survey Technicians
  • Utilize Heath DP-IR & RMLD for Surveys
  • Leak Survey, Component Assessment, Leak Pinpointing & Leak Repair Services
  • ​Natural Gas & Propane
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Gas Regulator & Gas Meter Installation & Utility Substructures
  • Certified Gas Regulator & Gas Meter Mechanics
  • Engineering, Sizing, Installation & Commissioning Services
  • Low, Medium & High Pressure Sets
  • Installation of Utility Vaults, Pads & Substructures
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Excavation & Potholing​
  • Golden Shovel Certified
  • OQ Certified - 05-07 Damage Preventions, 02-13 Install & Backfill Pipe
  • Hydrovac Excavation, Vacuum Excavation & Potholing
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​Plumbing Services​
  • Sewer/Storm Drain, Domestic Water& Fire, & Hydro-jetting
  • Water Heater Installation & Repair & Preventative Maintenance Programs
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Hot Tap, Line Stop &
​ Bypass Services
  • Line Stop Services, 3/4" - 12" Steel; 1/2" - 8" MDPE
  • Hot Tap Services, 2/2"-12" Steel; 1/2" - 8" MDPE
  • Certified Pipe Welding
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​Turbines​
  • Gas Turbines & Microturbines

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Asphalt & Concrete
​Crack Filling & Repairs
New & Replacement
Sealcoating & Overlays
Striping & Pavement Markers
Demolition & Disposal
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What is the MBS Difference?

MBS is an expert in all areas of natural gas. While plumbers dabble in natural gas, and inspection services span multiple areas, our expertise is concentrated in a limited area, which means more focused experience. 

​We have installed more than 100,000 seismic shut-off valves - more than any other contractor in the state of California - and laid over 25 miles of new underground Polyethylene gas piping. We have surveyed and repaired thousands of commercial gas leaks.

Gas Leak Common Misconceptions

1.   Gas Utility Provider Can Fix Your Leak
Your gas provider is not responsible for the lines, fittings, hardware or devices on your property. If a gas utility company does manager to detect a leak on your property, they will often just shut down the property until the leak is fixed.

2.   Gas Lines, Fittings, Valves and Regulators Don't Need Maintenance 
The reality is that much of California's infrastructure is aging, and much of it was constructed before galvanized steel and polyethylene was used. Unkept systems most often lead to corrosion and other high risk issues. 

3.   Equipment At The Hardware Store
The gas leak detection equipment you might pick up at a hardware store is inadequate. You would need to walk right over the area of the leak, they aren't sensitive enough and cannot tell you the extent of a leak. 

4.    If Don't Know You Have A Gas Leak, It's Like You Don't Have One
The absurdity of denial aside, as conditions deteriorate, the likelihood of a catastrophic problem grows. Whether you know about a leak or not, you can be legally liable for a gas accident. 

5.    Shutting Down Your Property To Have A Survey
We can perform surveys at any time of the day. The process is not disruptive or invasive of any normal activity going on at the property. Schools can remain in session, offices can go about their business, etc. 

Company Who Trust Us

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We Believe In Excellence, Quality And Professionalism

From our warm telephone greetings to getting back to you via email, from the condition of our fleet the detail in our proposals, our team is intrinsically driven to provide the highest level of service quality possible, whether it be in the areas of communication, work product, or technical solutions.

Explore eBooks, Web Pages, & Graphics

Gas Accident Liability eBook

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Photo Album Of MBS At Work

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Gas Safety At School eBook

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Gas Turbine Web Page

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Natural Gas Delivery Infographic

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Los Angeles Case Study Web Page

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Download Library Web Page

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Gas Safety For k-12 Web Page

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Combined Heat And Power Gas Turbines For Breweries Web Page

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Rolling Out A Gas Turbine For Your Business Or Farm

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Gas Turbines For Buildings

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Gas Leak Survey Glossary

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Sustainable Energy Comparison Chart

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Gas Safety Flow Chart

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Our Licensing And Certifications

State Contractor Licensing
  • Class A & C-36 Contractor License Holder; License #990872 in the state of California.

PG&E Certifications​
  • PG&E Gold Shovel Standard Certified: MBS Engineering is a member of PG&E’s Gold Shovel Standard which ensures safety standards during excavation and trenching for all underground utility work to the highest level.
  • PG&E Certified in PE Pipe Welding/Fusion: MBS Engineering installers are certified and trained in PE pipe welding & fusion to PG&E utility procedures for natural gas piping sizes ½” though 8” under PG&E Gas Design Standard D-34. This includes Heat Iron Butt Fusion (Hydraulic -Task ID PGE21-07 & Mechanical – Task ID PGE21-06), Electrofusion Couplings (Task ID PGE21-08) and Saddles (Task ID PGE21-09), Mechanical Stab Fittings (Task ID PGE21-11), Heat Iron Socket (Task ID PGE21-05) and Heat Iron Saddle (Task ID PGE21-04) Fusion of PE Pipe.
  • PG&E Certified in Iron Pipe Welding: MBS Engineering installers are PG&E trained and certified in Iron Pipe welding for use with natural gas piping sizes 12” and smaller per utility Procedure # TD-4160P-30-F01.

Operator Qualifications
  • Install and Backfill Pipe – Plastic (OQ 02-11).
  • Install Tracer Wire (OQ 02-14).
  • Damage Prevention (OQ 05-07).
  • Install and Backfill Pipe – Steel (OQ 02-16).

Miscellaneous Certifications And Registrations
  • DIR Registered: MBS Engineering is registered with the Department of Industrial Relations, #1000003509.
  • California Small Business (Micro): MBS Engineering is a California certified small business with certification # 2033043.
  • ISN Certified Member ISN ID #400-236340.
  • MBS Engineering is a California certified small business with certification #2033043.
  • Employee OSHA Certifications: MBS Engineering engineers and field crew have completed OSHA 30-Hour Training Courses.

Certified Gas Regulator and Gas Meter Mechanics
  • MBS Engineering installers are all factory trained and certified to install, repair and troubleshoot gas regulators and gas meters.
Gold Shovel Certification
Proud to be selected a Gold Shovel Recipient
​Gold Shovel Certification is a proactive indication of an increased investment in damage-prevention to drive safety, reduce damages, and minimize the risks associated with excavating on or around buried assets.
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MBS Engineering, Inc
License #990872

12855 Alcosta Blvd.
San Ramon, CA 94583, USA
Phone (925) 334-7200
info@mbs.engineering
Hours: Monday - Friday,
7 am to 4 pm
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  • Home
  • Services
    • Asphalt & Concrete Services
    • Gas Leak Detection & Repair >
      • Gas System Survey
      • Gas Pressure Regulators
      • Excess Gas Flow Valves
      • Leak Detection Technology
      • Natural Gas Leak Survey Glossary
    • Excavation, Trenching, Grading >
      • Excavation
    • Plumbing Services
    • Seismic Shut-Off Valve Installation
    • Private Power Generation >
      • Cogeneration or Combined Heat And Power
    • New Construction & Re-Piping >
      • Horizontal Drilling Or Directional Drilling And Directional Boring
      • Gas Bypass Line Construction
    • Custom Fabrication
    • Gas Line Maintenance
  • Regions
    • San Francisco Bay
    • Northern California
    • California Central Valley
    • California Central Coast
    • Greater Los Angeles
    • San Diego
  • Industries
    • Hotels
    • Hospitals
    • Colleges
    • K-12 Schools
    • JPAs And Insurers
    • Commercial Segments >
      • General Commercial
      • Municipal And Infrastructure Gas System Construction And Maintenance
      • Federal And Defense Gas System Construction And Maintenance
  • Resources
    • Library
    • Graphics >
      • Gas Safety Response Flow Chart
      • Gas Turbines
      • Problems With Older Gas Systems
      • How To Spot A Gas Leak
      • What Is A Seismic Shut-Off Valve?
      • How Does Natural Gas Get To Us?
      • Natural Gas Basics
      • Exercising Your Valves
      • The Road To Gas Safety
      • Sustainable Energy Comparison Chart
    • Natural Gas Free eBooks >
      • Are You Liable For A Gas Accident On Your Property?
      • Earthquakes And Natural Gas Fires
      • Natural Gas And School Safety
      • The Coming California Energy Shortage
      • JPA And Insurer eBook
  • Contact
    • Careers
    • Photo Gallery
    • Blog
    • MBS In The News
    • About MBS Engineering
    • Line Card
  • Events