Steve Moore

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Steve Moore

Steve Moore is a home services industry expert with over five years of hands-on experience working alongside plumbing, HVAC, and electrical companies across the Northeast, from small-town crews in Vermont to fast-paced operations in Boston and Philadelphia. Specializing in helping contractors grow, market, and systemize their businesses, Steve has gained deep insight into what truly matters to homeowners when something breaks: fast answers, trustworthy guidance, and clear steps to fix the issue. Plumbing Sniper was created to make plumbing problems less overwhelming for everyday homeowners. Whether you're dealing with a leaky pipe, strange noises from your water heater, or trying to avoid shady service calls, this blog delivers practical, easy-to-understand advice. While Steve isn’t a licensed technician, his content is shaped by hundreds of real conversations with industry pros and homeowners alike. His mission is simple: to break down complex issues into straight-talking, no-fluff guidance you can actually use, saving you time, stress, and money.

5 Ways to Tell if You Have a Heat Pump or Air Conditioner

Determining whether your HVAC system is a heat pump or an air conditioner is essential...

Heat Pump vs Air Conditioners: The Pros and Cons

Heat pumps and air conditioners are both HVAC systems used for cooling, but they operate...

What Does a Freon/Refrigerant Leak Smell Like?

Does Freon Have a Taste or Smell? In air conditioning or refrigeration, Freon (a refrigerant)...

Central Air vs Ductless Mini-Splits: Differences, Pros & Cons

Central air conditioning and ductless mini-split systems are two distinct types of cooling systems with...

R-22 VS R-410A Refrigerants: How Different are they?

R-22 and R-410A are two distinct types of refrigerants used in air conditioning systems, and...

Options for Your Old Air Conditioner after Freon (R-22) Ban

As of January 1, 2020, the production and import of Freon, also known as R-22...

How Ductless Air Conditioners Work – Pros & Cons

Do Ductless Air Conditioners Work Well? Ductless air conditioners, also known as ductless mini-split systems,...

What is Freon – Use in ACs, Phase Out, Alternatives

What is Freon Used For? Freon, commonly known as R-22 is hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) used as...

Main Parts of Air Conditioners and How they Function

Here’s a summary of the main parts of an air conditioner and how they function:...

7 Main Types of Air Conditioners, With Pictures: Pros, Cons

There are so many types of Air Conditioners…… Wondering where to start? Here’s a summary...