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.

Why AC Capacitors Fail & How to Prevent It

AC Capacitors are critical components in air conditioning systems, serving to start and run the...

How to Troubleshoot and Replace AC Capacitor

Troubleshooting and replacing an AC capacitor is a crucial task in maintaining your air conditioning...

How to Test AC Capacitor Visually & With Multimeter

Here is how to visually check an AC capacitor: Testing with a Multimeter Run vs...

Does You AC Need a New Capacitor? Signs It Does

Determining whether your air conditioning (AC) unit needs a new capacitor is crucial for maintaining...

Why You Shouldn’t Run AC with a Bad Capacitor

Running an air conditioner with a bad capacitor is ill-advised and can lead to various...

Start vs Run Capacitors – Differences and Applications

Start and run capacitors are distinct electrical components used in air conditioning and other electric...

What AC Capacitors Do and Everything Else

AC capacitors serve a critical role in the operation of air conditioning systems. These capacitors...

5 Reasons Heat Pump Aux Heat Keeps Coming On

The auxiliary heat in a heat pump system is designed to assist the primary heat...

One Room Hotter than the Rest? Why & What to Do

When one room in your home consistently feels hotter than the rest, it can be...

Upstairs Hot But Downstairs Cold? Why & How to Fix It

When you experience the issue of upstairs being hot while downstairs remains cold, it’s a...