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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.

Hot Water Running Out Fast? Do This!

If your hot water runs out faster than it should, it is a sign of...

How to Replace a Water Heater Element Like a Plumber

Water heater elements will need to be replaced at one point or the other. The...

Electric Water Heater Not Heating? How to Fix It

A water heater that is not heating water is easy to troubleshoot as I will...

How to Test & Replace a Water Heater Thermostat fast!

An electric thermostat will most likely have 2 thermostats, an upper and a lower thermostat....

How to Test a Water Heater Element for Continuity

An electric water has 2 heating elements, an upper heating element and a lower heating...

Best Water Heater Temperature Setting & How to Adjust

It is awesome having hot water running through your pipe and always available when you...

How to Reset an Electric Water Heater Fast!

A water heater reset button which is also known as an emergency cut off (ECO)...

Water Heater Reset Button Keeps Tripping? Do This

A water heater reset button, also know as an emergency cut off (ECO) switch or...

Simple Steps to Replace a Water Heater Anode Rod

You should replace your water heater anode after every 5 years. If you live in...

Water Heater Leaking from the Top? 6 Easy Solutions

It is not unusual for water heaters to leak from the bottom but leaks from...