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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)...

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...

AC Evaporator Coil 101: Everything You Need to Know

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

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

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

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...

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...