Propane’s versatility and cost-effectiveness make it a popular choice in homes like yours throughout Pennsylvania. Given the recent rumors of a gas stove ban, you may have questioned whether you should use propane for cooking and how safe it is. Let us put your concerns and worries to rest.
Yes. Propane has an exceptional safety record thanks in part to a lot of government and industry regulations. Furthermore, propane is non-toxic, so in the rare event of a spill, you don’t have to worry about it causing damage to the nearby flora or fauna. And when Ace-Robbins is your propane provider, you’re in good hands because we always put safety first.
No. Don’t worry. There are no laws currently banning gas stoves in Pennsylvania. However, it is a topic that has been debated recently. That’s due in large part to 2019 building code regulation in Berkeley, CA that banned gas connections in new buildings.
What was the motivation for such a building code? Concerns about climate change. That’s because it was estimated that roughly one third of Berkely’s emissions could be attributed to natural gas. Then there was a shift from environmental concerns to health concerns. This was largely due to a recent study that indicated the potential for indoor air pollution hazards with the use of gas stoves. Then the rumor began to spread that the U.S. government intended to confiscate all of the gas stoves in the country. That is patently false.
Presently, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is simply seeking to obtain public input on hazards associated with gas stoves. (The CPSC is the government agency that seeks to reduce the risk of injuries and deaths associated with faulty consumer products.)
The Propane Education and Research Council (PERC) has argued that different studies have produced different results in terms of the adverse impact to indoor air that different types of stoves produce. They further argue that the sample size of one study (known as the Stanford study) is extremely small. Furthermore, it’s based on unrealistic cooking conditions. In addition, electric stoves are not without their drawbacks. They also produce particulate matter and can emit dangerous chemicals like formaldehyde.
So, what’s the bottom line? Tucker Perkins, president of PERC, had this to say, “Rather than gas bans, states should focus on natural gas supply chains and mitigate potential hazards…. This, along with proper installation, ventilation, and yearly checkups by qualified technicians constitutes a common-sense approach to addressing health and safety concerns around gas appliances.”
You can rely on Ace-Robbins for safe, reliable, and affordable propane delivery. We proudly serve our Pennsylvania customers from Bradford to Wyoming county, from Lackawanna to Luzerne, and from Susquehanna to Sullivan. We also deliver, install, and monitor propane tanks.
Join our family of satisfied customers today. Contact Ace-Robbins for more information or to sign up for automatic propane delivery.
Propane is a popular choice for homes like yours in Pennsylvania. Part of what drives propane’s popularity is how versatile it is. There’s so much it can do in and around your home—from heating to water heating to cooking indoors and outdoors to powering a whole-house generator and much, much more. Propane is also energy efficient, which is good for your budget and the environment. So perhaps the question isn’t why is propane so popular, but why isn’t it more popular? It offers so many benefits.
Propane delivery is easy. And you can count on Ace-Robbins for safe, reliable, and affordable fuel delivery. So let’s take a moment to answer some of the questions you may have about propane and propane delivery.
Yes. Propane has an exceptional safety record thanks in part to a lot of government and industry regulations. Furthermore, propane is non-toxic, so in the rare event of a spill, you don’t have to worry about it causing damage to the nearby flora or fauna. And when Ace-Robbins is your propane provider, you’re in good hands because we always put safety first.
Propane appliances deliver more value than their electric counterparts because they operate more efficiently and thereby reduce energy costs. Modern propane heating systems can be up to 98% efficient. Propane water heaters work faster than electric water heaters. The same is true of propane clothes dryers. That saves time, money, and energy.
Yes. As a full-service company, we give you the freedom to choose how you want your propane delivered. You can sign up for our free automatic delivery service to reduce the risk of a run-out. And you want to avoid a run-out at all costs. It can be bad for your system and in requires professionals to come in and check your system and relight all your appliance pilot lights—not to mention an emergency delivery of propane. Avoid the headache and expense of a run-out by signing up for automatic delivery and letting us handle your delivery schedule.
Some customers prefer to have complete control over their propane deliveries. For those customers, Ace-Robbins offers a will-call option for propane delivery. Will-call customers must monitor their propane tank gauge with regularity and should contact us when their tank is around 20% full.
You can make monitoring your propane level easier with a wireless tank monitor that Ace-Robbins will lease to you for a nominal fee. Then you’ll have all the information you need at your fingertips wherever you are to request a delivery when you’re in need of more propane. Remember, it’s best not to let your tank get below 20% full.
You can rely on Ace-Robbins for safe, reliable, and affordable propane delivery. We proudly serve our Pennsylvania customers from Bradford to Wyoming county, from Lackawanna to Luzerne, and from Susquehanna to Sullivan. We also deliver, install, and monitor propane tanks.
Join our family of satisfied customers today. Contact Ace-Robbins for more information, to lease a wireless tank monitor, or to sign up for automatic propane delivery.
Your water heater plays a very important role in your home. You want it to last. Unfortunately, water heaters don’t last forever. How long do water heaters last? The answer to that question is determined by a few factors: the type of water heater, the quality of the water heater, and how well the water heater has been maintained.
Ace-Robbins provides water heater installation and water heater service. The water heaters we install are high quality. And if you have us service your water heater regularly, you’ll get the most longevity out of it. So that covers two of the three variables in your water heater’s lifespan. Now let’s take a look at the types of water heaters.
There are two basic types of water heaters. How long your water heater lasts depends in part on whether it’s a traditional storage tank water heater or a tankless water heater. Here is an explanation of the two types of water heaters and how long you can expect them to last:
Especially if your water heater is approaching the limit of its life expectancy, you should be on the lookout for some of the telltale signs that something isn’t right. Fortunately, water heaters don’t tend to break down out of the blue. There are usually things that you can look out for that signal trouble is ahead. In addition to your water heater’s age, here are four signs its days are numbered:
Ace-Robbins is here for our customers in Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Sullivan, and Wyoming County.
Contact Ace-Robbins today for more information on water heaters or to request a free estimate.
Maybe you are a homeowner who is just getting around to installing air conditioning in your home. Or perhaps you’re looking to upgrade your current AC system to something better. But with all the different options out there on the market, how do you decide what kind of air conditioning system is right for you?
Let’s take a close look at the various types of air conditioning systems that are available so that you can better determine if a ductless air conditioning system might be right for you.
All air conditioning systems have the same goal and that is to manage heat and cool down a space. However, the way that goal is achieved changes depending on the type of air conditioner that is being used.
The professionals at Ace-Robbins can easily install a ductless air conditioning system into your home with minimum drilling. We can set up multiple indoor units that all connect to one outdoor compressor. Ace-Robbins carries a wide selection of ductless mini-split systems that you can choose from including Mitsubishi Electronic ductless mini-split systems.
When you choose Ace-Robbins for air conditioning installation and servicing, we start with a personal and thorough evaluation of your home. Then we work with you to help determine what type of air conditioning system is best for your specific needs. The Ace-Robbins professionals are trained to install both ductless mini-split systems and central air conditioning and all we need is a day or two to do it.
Our customers throughout the Northeastern Pennsylvania region are happy customers thanks to our affordable rates and our reliable and extensive cooling services. We even offer a cooling maintenance plan.
Here at Ace-Robbins we want to make sure that your air conditioning is working as efficiently and effectively as it can. That’s why we created our Cooling Maintenance Plan, which includes an annual multi-point AC tune-up. Cooling Maintenance Plan members also receive 20% off air conditioning repairs.
Let the expert technicians at Ace-Robbins help ensure that your cooling system will keep you cool all summer long. Contact us today to set up an appointment for a no-obligation air conditioning consultation or to enroll in our Cooling Maintenance Plan.
There are a number of compelling reasons to invest in a propane whole-house generator for your home. Here in northeastern Pennsylvania, we’re vulnerable to power outages all year long. In the summer you need to worry about thunderstorms. In the winter, there are ice and snowstorms to contend with. And there are non-weather-related events like a car accident knocking down power lines or an electrical grid failure that can leave you and your family’s home in the dark. But you’ll only be in the dark for a few seconds if your home is equipped with a whole-house generator.
The frequency of power outages has been steadily increasing over the past few decades. As a homeowner, you can gain peace of mind and prepare your home for the unexpected by investing in a propane whole-house generator. And Ace-Robbins provides both generator installation and propane delivery.
Whole-house generators keep your house running with minimal interruption. Less than one minute after the power goes out, your generator will kick into gear and start powering your entire HVAC system and all your home’s electrical appliances. Having a whole-house generator means you’ll be able to do more than just keep the lights on; you will also be able to keep your family safe and comfortable and protect your home and valuables in the following ways:
As a general rule of thumb, you should have enough propane in your tank to keep your generator running for one week if there’s a power outage.
Whenever you need more propane, contact Ace-Robbins to schedule your next propane delivery or sign up for automatic delivery. You can rely on us for safe, reliable, and affordable propane delivery.
If you’re in Clarks Summit, Towanda, or Lake Winola, Pennsylania, let Ace-Robbins help you get peace of mind with a Generac whole-house backup generator and reliable propane delivery.
Contact Ace-Robbins today to learn more.
If you want to stay cool and comfortable in your Northeastern Pennsylvania home while keeping your air conditioning energy use under control, there are a few things you can do. Follow the tips below and you’ll be comfortable without sending you energy bills through the roof:
Worried your AC needs more than maintenance? Here are some indicators that something is wrong with your cooling system:
If any of the above is happening in your home, it’s time to call Ace-Robbins for service. We’ll come quickly with all the tools and replacement parts needed to get the job done right the first time.
You can count on Ace-Robbins to keep you cool all summer with our full range of cooling services for central air conditioning systems and ductless mini-split units. We offer affordable rates for installation, repair, and service in Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Sullivan, and Wyoming County.
Contact Ace-Robbins today to learn more, schedule your next service visit, or to enroll in our Cooling Maintenance Plan.
Summer is officially here. Now that things are heating up outside, you’re going to be looking for ways to stay as cool as possible inside. And if you’re like most, you’re hoping to do it as economically as possible. To stay cool without breaking the bank, you want an energy efficient way to stay cool. That means using as little electricity as possible.
Which is better in terms of electricity use, central air or room air conditioners? Let’s take a look.
According to the US Department of Energy, central air conditioners are more efficient than room air conditioners. That means central air conditioning doesn’t use more electricity to keep the same amount of space cool. Central air is the more energy efficient option.
There are additional benefits to using central air conditioning. Central air keeps things out of the way. You don’t have to lose a window or part of a window like you do with a window unit. Central air conditioning is also very quiet and convenient to operate.
Looking to install central air conditioning or upgrade to a more modern and efficient system? Ace-Robbins provides expert central air conditioning installation in Montrose, Scranton, Towanda, and in nearby towns.
When it comes to efficiency, the age of your air conditioning matters as well. According to the US Department of Energy, today’s most efficient air conditioners use between 30% and 50% less energy than models made in the mid 1970s. And versus an air conditioner that’s 10 years old, a modern unit could save you 10% to 40% on your cooling costs because of improved efficiency.
Your HVAC system is a major investment. And the best way to keep it running as efficiently as possible is to have it regularly serviced by a professional. The easiest way to make sure your air conditioning system gets the service it needs is to sign up for the Ace-Robbins Cooling Maintenance Plan. It’s a great way to reduce the need for future repairs, extend the life of your system, and guarantee it’s operating as efficiently as possible (which saves you money on your energy bills). And in the rare event that repairs become necessary, as a Cooling Maintenance Plan member, you’ll save on covered repairs.
Membership in the Ace-Robbins Cooling Maintenance Plan includes a yearly multipoint tune-up for your air conditioning system. This will keep your AC system running at peak efficiency, and that translates into lower cooling costs for you. In addition, should you ever need repairs, as a Cooling Maintenance Plan member, you’ll receive a 20% discount on covered repairs.
You can count on Ace-Robbins to keep you cool all summer with our full range of cooling services. We offer affordable rates for installation, repair, and service in Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Sullivan, and Wyoming County.
Contact Ace-Robbins today to learn more about our air conditioning installation, service, and maintenance services.
If your neighborhood in Northeastern Pennsylvania has or will soon be getting natural gas service, you should consider adding this versatile, clean-burning, efficient, and cost-effective energy source to your home. Not sure how to go about doing that? Don’t worry. Ace-Robbins can take care of your natural gas conversion! We’ll help you with every single step of the process. We offer our customers expert natural gas equipment and service. And we stand behind all of the work that we do.
Natural Gas offers your Northeastern Pennsylvania home a number of benefits over alternatives like electricity.
For all these reasons and more, you should consider converting to natural gas in your home. And with more than 70 years of experience in the business, Ace-Robbins is equipped to help you through the process every step of the way. We’ll ensure that your conversion is done correctly and to the highest safety standards. We also install, maintain, and repair natural gas appliances such as boilers, furnaces, water heaters, fireplaces, and hearths.
From Tunkhannock to Towanda and Scranton to Wysox, whatever you need, Ace-Robbins is here for you. Some larger companies have moved their customer service out of state, but we’re right here. Because of that, you won’t have to wait as long for service.
We’re committed to delivering real value to our customers every day of the week. You can count on us to charge fair prices and install only the highest quality products. We stand proudly behind everything we do for you—whether it’s delivering fuel or repairing and appliance.
Ace-Robbins operates in Northeastern Pennsylvania in Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Sullivan, and Wyoming County.
Join our family of satisfied customers today. Contact Ace-Robbins for more information on converting to natural gas. We can handle your home’s natural gas service.
As someone who lives in Northeastern Pennsylvania, you know you can’t afford to run out of propane during the winter. So you make sure that you always have enough propane to keep your heating system up and running. Now that we’re enjoying the warmer months of the year, you might be tempted to pay less mind to your propane tank. That would be a mistake. Even if it isn’t the dead of winter, you never want to let your propane tank run too low.
Running out of propane when it’s cold outside is a matter of health and safety. However, running out of propane at any time of year can do damage to your system and will mean expenses and inconveniences you could have avoided by keeping enough propane in your tank.
Hopefully you’ve never experienced a runout before. If you have, you know what a pain in the neck (and hit to the wallet) it is. Ask anyone who’s ever experienced a propane runout before, and they’ll tell you what a disaster it was.
Again, you already know that running out during the winter months can put your family’s health and safety at risk. It’s more than inconvenient or uncomfortable to be without heat in the dead of winter. It’s dangerous. But it’s no picnic during the warmer months either.
If your tank completely runs out of propane, do you know what you have to do? It’s not as simple as just calling for a propane delivery and everything’s fine once it arrives. You’ll also need to call in a professional to get your system back up and running again. You can’t do it yourself. That’s an expense (and a wait for service) you can avoid by keeping enough propane in your tank.
You should also know that your propane tank doesn’t have to be completely empty for you to have problems. When the propane level in your tank gets too low, air gets into your heating system. That can cause expensive damage. As a rule, you shouldn’t let your tank’s propane level go below 20%. That’s a good rule of thumb for all year long.
There are two basic ways to make sure you never let your propane levels get too low. One is to vigilantly check your tank’s level yourself. The easier option is to make use of a propane tank monitor. Ace-Robbins offers tank monitoring in addition to tank delivery and installation.
First, Ace-Robbins professionally installs a monitor on your tank. Once it’s installed, you can download our free TankUtility app on your phone or mobile device. The app can give you real-time alerts when your tank’s level is getting low.
You’ll be able to see your tank level and track your monthly fuel consumption whenever you want and from anywhere—even while away on vacation! However, you don’t have to be responsible for monitoring your fuel levels. We’ll also monitor your tank’s level to help prevent runouts.
The cost to lease the monitor for your tank is a nominal fee. And it’s more than worth the peace of mind you’ll gain by eliminating the guesswork of when you need a fill-up and removing the likelihood of having a runout and the expenses and problems that can lead to.
Even if you’ve never run out of propane in the past, a propane tank monitor is a good idea. It’s a great value. All year long you’ll get peace of mind and avoid the costly problems associated with running out of propane for just a nominal monthly fee. Why not let Ace-Robbins take care of all your propane needs with our dependable and affordable service?
Serving Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Sullivanm, and Wyoming counties, Ace-Robbins, gives our customers the tools they need to stay on top their propane usage and delivery schedule.
Contact Ace-Robbins today for more information on propane tank monitors or to schedule your next propane delivery.
Water heating makes up a significant percentage of your energy bills—roughly 20%. It’s not an appliance most people spend a lot of time thinking about unless something goes wrong, but your water heater works very hard to keep your family clean and comfortable by heating water for bathing, washing hands, cleaning dishes, washing clothes, and more.
Unfortunately, water heaters don’t last forever. If it’s time for you to replace your water heater, now is a good time to familiarize yourself with the various types of water heaters available and to decide which type of water heater is best for your home and your household’s needs.
Not sure which water heater is best for your home, don’t worry. Ace-Robbins is here for you. We’ll meet with you to discuss your household’s needs. We’ll explain the different options available to you. And we’ll provide you with a completely free estimate for water heater installation.
There are a few basic types of water heaters. Each offers different advantages.
Ace-Robbins can provide water heater installation and service for all makes and models of traditional, tankless, and indirect water heaters. However, we recommend the following brands and models:
Ace-Robbins services and installs all of the top brands of water heaters. In addition to high-efficiency tankless water heaters, you can also choose from traditional tank storage water heaters and indirect water heaters that work with your boiler.
Ace-Robbins is here for our customers in Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Sullivan, and Wyoming County.
Contact Ace-Robbins today for more information on water heaters or to request a free estimate.
