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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.

Is Your Central AC Low on Freon? When to Recharge It

Central air conditioning systems rely on refrigerants like Freon (typically hydrochlorofluorocarbon R-22 or hydrofluorocarbon R-410A)...

The Function of an Air Conditioner’s Outside Unit

The outside unit of an air conditioner, often referred to as the condenser unit or...

Packaged Units vs Split AC Systems: Pros and Cons

Packaged units and split AC systems are two common configurations for cooling and heating in...

Types of AC Refrigerants and their Properties

Types of Refrigerants Let us now look at the 3 types of refrigerants used in...

What is a Refrigerant? How it Works in Air Conditioning

Refrigerant is a crucial component in air conditioning systems, playing a central role in the...

Differences Between AC Condenser and Evaporator Coils

The AC (Air Conditioning) condenser coil and evaporator coil are two integral components in a...

AC Evaporator Coil 101: Everything You Need to Know

An AC (Air Conditioning) evaporator coil is a critical component of a central air conditioning...

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...

AC Condenser 101: What it Is, Functions, Types, Failures

An AC condenser is a vital component of an air conditioning system that plays a...