Is it time to replace it?

water heater care pennsylvaniaYour water heater is one of the workhorses in your northeastern Pennsylvania home. You rely on it to provide all the hot water you and your family need for bathing, laundry, washing the dishes, et cetera. That could be a lot of hot water! And the winter months put an additional strain on it. Considering how much more demand your family puts on your water heater during the winter, now is not a good time to take this appliance for granted. Is yours running optimally, in need of some repairs, or on its last legs and ready for replacement? No matter what your water heater needs are, Ace-Robbins is able to help.

Let’s take a moment to consider how much your water heater does for your household and the additional challenges it faces during the winter.

With all your water heater has to do all winter to help keep you and your family comfortable, you don’t want to take it for granted. And if it’s time for an upgrade, now is a great time to come to Ace-Robbins for a new water heater.

At Ace-Robbins, getting a new water heater couldn’t be easier. We’ll meet with you to discuss your family’s needs and explain all of your options—whether you’re looking for a water heater with a traditional storage tank, an indirect-fired water heater, or a tankless water heater. We’ll also provide you with a free estimate.

As an added benefit, Ace-Robbins also services all the appliances we sell. When you buy your new water heater from us, in addition to getting a quality product, you’ll also get top-notch service that will keep your water heater performing at its best year-round.

Ace-Robbins serves customers in Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Sullivan, and Wyoming County. Click here to see if you live in our service area.

Contact Ace-Robbins today for more information.

Heating oil and propane tank life expectancies

fuel tank installationHave you ever wondered how long the heating oil or propane tank on your Northeastern Pennsylvania property is supposed to last? Here’s the good news: fuel tanks are built for longevity. However, nothing lasts forever, so it is important to keep track of the age of yours and what kind of shape it’s in.

Heating oil tanks

The average heating oil tank will last approximately 15 years. How long yours lasts will depend on how well it’s maintained and how it’s constructed. Older tanks are made of steel. Modern tanks are made of plastic and fiberglass. They can last 50 years or more! The location of your tank’s connector valve also affects its longevity. When connector valves are at the bottom of the tank, they tend to last longer than those on the side of the tank.

Propane tanks

An aboveground propane tank can last 30 years or longer. That’s largely due to the very strict safety and durability protocols that govern them. How long your tank lasts will be determined by its size and how well it’s maintained.

An underground propane tank can last anywhere between 20 and 30 years. How long your tank lasts will depend a lot on what type of soil it’s in and how well it was installed.

Ace-Robbins Tanks & Monitoring

Ace-Robbins delivers, installs, and monitors both heating oil and propane tanks. We’ll also help you choose the right size tank for your household’s needs. Once installed, you’ll enjoy the following with your new tank:

If you sign up for tank monitoring with Ace-Robbins, you’ll never have to worry about having a fuel run-out. You’ll be able to see your tank level whenever and from wherever you like on our free mobile app. We’ll also keep an eye on your tank levels for you and schedule fuel deliveries accordingly.

Ace-Robbins serves customers in Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Sullivan, and Wyoming County.

Contact Ace-Robbins today to learn more about tank installation and monitoring.

Ace-Robbins has you covered!

dumpster rentals pennsylvaniaIf you’ve never needed to rent a dumpster before, the process may seem a little daunting.

That’s OK. Ace-Robbins is here for you every step of the way! Our experienced and knowledgeable staff will help you figure out everything you need when it comes to renting a dumpster.

Here are some key factors to consider when determining the size dumpster you will need for your project.

What kind of project are you doing?

The type of project you’re doing may impact what size dumpster you need. For example, if you’re doing a bathroom renovation you may not need as large a dumpster as you would if you’re emptying the contents of a house after a loved one has passed.

What will you be putting in the dumpster?

Volume matters. For example, if your project involves a lot of boxes, like for a move or a renovation, you can break those boxes down to be flat, so they take up less space in the dumpster. However, if you are discarding bulky items like furniture or cabinetry, those take up more space and may necessitate renting a larger dumpster.

As a reminder, there are many things that Ace-Robbins does not accept due to regulations and safety concerns, such as household appliances, hazardous materials (automotive fluids, pesticides, pool chemicals, herbicides), electronics, flammable liquids, paint, air conditioners, car tires, and any item that contains gasoline, oil or R-22 refrigerant (commonly known as Freon).

How big is the place where you will have your dumpster set?

If you’re dealing with a tight space, you may need a smaller dumpster. We’ll help you figure that out.
Here’s where Ace-Robbins offers a big advantage. Our dumpsters are designed to fit an average residential driveway, with higher volume within a smaller footprint. We also place protective wood boards under the dumpster to protect your driveway.

Ace-Robbins provides complete dumpster services to homes and businesses in Wyoming County and the surrounding area. We’re glad to answer any questions you have about our services, so get in touch with us and get a FREE quote!

Dear Valued Customer,

Once again, we’re seeing energy prices surge across the board. We know how painful that can be for our customers. It’s painful for us as well.

What’s Going On?

Gasoline has risen more than a dollar more per gallon vs. a year ago. Natural gas prices have skyrocketed more than 150%. Crude oil prices have climbed above $100 per barrel, a level we haven’t seen in seven years.

The cost of electricity has not been spared either. Higher natural gas prices result in price hikes for wholesale electricity because of heavy reliance on natural gas-fired power plants.

What’s more, wholesale propane prices have hit their highest weekly average levels since February 2014. Read more about the factors that are driving today’s energy market.

What We’re Doing

People sometimes misunderstand how negatively all this impacts us as well. We don’t make more money when prices rise like this–we make less. Think of it this way: it’s like when the cost of coffee, milk or orange juice rises. It’s not the local grocery that is profiting. (That’s left to the Wall Street investors). Our customers have a harder time paying their bills. They reduce expenditures. We need to tap into our lines of credit more. Our phones light up with questions. So the sooner energy prices drop, the happier we’ll be.

In the meantime, please talk to us about things we can offer to help you reduce your energy costs, or handle payments more easily. And if you are having trouble with your bills, please call us. We can generally work with you if you reach out before you fall behind.

Trust Us to Come through for You

We’ve been in business for many years and have deep roots in the community. We have secure access to supply. We are doing everything possible to ensure we can deliver—even if other companies cannot—no matter the cost or difficulty we face.

We thank you for your understanding and we appreciate your loyalty. As we’ve done quite a few times in the past, we will get through these tough times by all working together.

What to DIY and What Not to DIY

pilot light pennsylvaniaIf the propane furnace in your Northeastern Pennsylvania home is on the older side, chances are it relies on a pilot light for ignition. If the furnace’s pilot light goes out, your furnace won’t work. (Modern furnaces utilize electric ignition, which makes them more efficient and reliable.)

Why do pilot lights go out?

If the pilot light on your furnace goes out, it’s probably due to one of the following four primary causes:

  1. There’s a blocked intake valve. Dust or debris can build up and cut off the oxygen supply to the pilot light chamber. You can’t have a flame without sufficient oxygen.
  2. There’s a damaged thermocouple. A thermocouple is an electrical switch that adjusts its output as the temperature changes. In the case of your furnace, it’s a safety measure that will cut off the gas supply if things get too hot. If the thermocouple on your furnace is malfunctioning, it will need to be repaired by a trained technician. It’s not something you should attempt to fix yourself.
  3. There’s a fuel leak. If an insufficient amount of fuel is reaching the pilot light on your furnace, that can cause your flame to burn yellow instead of blue. Yellow flames are less intense (hot) than blue flames, and a yellow pilot light flame usually means there’s a leak somewhere in your system. Your furnace will respond to that leak by automatically shutting down as a safety precaution. Do not attempt to repair a leak in your heating system yourself.
  4. There’s a draft. Sometimes pilot lights simply blow out like a candle on a birthday cake due to a draft or gust of wind. This is a situation you can address yourself.

If a draft or wind causes your pilot light to go out, you can reset it by following the steps below. However, first check with the manufacturer’s instructions for resetting your pilot light and follow those instead if they are different from what’s listed below.

Resetting a pilot light

To reset the pilot light on your furnace if a wind or draft blew it out, do the following:

  1. Find the gas valve in the pilot light assembly. It probably has the following settings: ON, OFF, and PILOT.
  2. Turn the valve to the OFF position. Wait at least three minutes for It to reset.
  3. Now that you’ve waited three minutes, turn the valve to the PILOT setting and hold a lighted match next to (not inside) the pilot light opening. While holding the match, push and hold the reset button on the pilot control panel until you see the pilot light ignite. Now set the valve to the ON position.
  4. If you’re unsuccessful after a few attempts, it’s time to call in the pros. An Ace-Robbins technician will come and make any necessary repairs for a reasonable rate.

Is it time to upgrade?

Modern furnaces are significantly more efficient than their predecessors. If you think it might be time to replace the furnace in your Northeastern Pennsylvania home, Ace-Robbins has you covered. We’ll provide a free, no-obligation evaluation of your current furnace as well as an estimate on the cost of a new furnace. Whether you need repairs, service, or installation, we can handle it.

Bet on the Ace

Ace-Robbins has a large fleet of vehicles ready to serve all your fuel and HVAC needs—whether you’re in Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Sullivan, or Wyoming County. Click here to see if you live in our service area.

Contact Ace-Robbins today to join our family of satisfied customers.

Learn more about these “cool” gadgets

thermostats pennsylvaniaIt seems like every day brings a new advancement in technology. Not too long ago, no one had heard of a smart house or virtual assistant. Now they’re everywhere. Programmable thermostats are getting more advanced too. If you aren’t already benefiting from using one in your Northeastern Pennsylvania home, here are five reasons to invest in one.

  1. You’ll save money: Perhaps one of the most compelling reasons to add a programmable thermostat to your home is how much money it could save you. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, you could save up to 10% on your annual heating and cooling bills by following their guidelines for adjusting your thermostat’s settings.
  2. You’ll enjoy a consistent temperature in your home: With a programmable thermostat in use, your home will stay at whatever your desired temperature is for consistent comfort.
  3. You’ll benefit from advanced features: You can set your thermostat to adjust your home’s temperature according to your family’s sleep, work, and school schedule. Need to make a change while you’re out of the house? Even if you’re far away on vacation, you can adjust it remotely. Modern units include features like Wi-Fi capability, mobile device syncing, Bluetooth capability, and compatibility with your virtual assistant devices (e.g., Alexa and Google Nest). Some even coordinate with the weather forecast.
  4. You’re in complete control: You can keep different areas of your home at different temperatures and on different schedules.
  5. Your HVAC system will run better: When you link a programmable thermostat to your HVAC system, it operates more efficiently. You may even be able to squeeze a few more years out of an aging system by adding a programmable thermostat. When your HVAC system runs more efficiently, you save money and reduce your carbon footprint. It’s win win!

Ace-Robbins is a full-service HVAC contractor. We can keep your HVAC system in tip-top shape. And when you install a programmable thermostat, you will expand the benefits of that system. We serve customers in Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Sullivan, and Wyoming County. Click here to see if you live in our service area.

Join our family of satisfied customers today. Contact Ace-Robbins for more information.

Consider upgrading your appliances!

appliance store pennsylvaniaAre you among the fortunate who will be receiving a tax refund this year? If so, now might be the perfect time to upgrade one or more of the appliances in your northeastern Pennsylvania home. In addition to feeling like you’re spending found money, you’ll also be purchasing a more efficient model that will save you money on your energy bills over the course of its lifetime.

Whatever you’re in the market for, we’ve got a great selection at Ace-Robbins. Plus, shopping for a new appliance at Ace Robbins couldn’t be more convenient. You can visit our virtual showroom day or night, dressed up or in your pajamas. What could be easier than that? And since we service all the appliances we sell, in addition to getting a great product, you’ll also have dependable access to expert technicians who can service and repair your appliance to keep it running optimally.

We’ve got a great selection of products

At Ace-Robbins, we offer a wide variety of appliances from quality manufacturers you can trust like Amana, Maytag, and Whirlpool. Here’s a selection of the appliances we sell and service:

Ace-Robbins serves customers in Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Sullivan, and Wyoming County. So, if you’re in the northern Pennsylvania area and it’s time to upgrade at least one of the appliances in your home, look no further than Ace-Robbins. Our knowledgeable staff is waiting and willing to help you find the right appliance for your household’s needs.

Put your tax refund towards something your whole family will benefit from—a new appliance. Visit Ace Robbins online or in-person today.

Yes, you do!

hvac service plans pennsylvaniaIf you’re the type of person that always forgoes the warranty, you may also be tempted to go without having a service plan for the heating oil or propane heating system in your Northeastern Pennsylvania home. We at Ace-Robbins think that’s a mistake.

As a homeowner, it’s not a matter of whether something will go wrong or break down, it’s simply a matter of when and how expensive it will be to get things up and running again. However, if you’re getting regular service, chances are your technician will be able to save you the big, expensive repairs by discovering and addressing issues while they’re still small. In addition to saving you money, it will also save you some unwelcomed surprise breakdowns.

It’s like preventative healthcare

Having a service plan is like going to the doctor or dentist for your annual checkup. By keeping on top of things and getting a check-up each year, it’s less likely that something critical will sneak up and catch you completely off guard. In the same way that your doctor tests your blood and checks your vitals to make sure your body is working as well as it can, when you sign up for an Ace-Robbins service plan, we’ll make annual maintenance visits to ensure that your heating system equipment is in tip-top shape—whether you have a boiler or a furnace. And a well-running heating system is an efficiently running heating system. Higher efficiency means you’re getting more for each dollar you spend on fuel.

It’s like having good health insurance

In the event that we discover a problem during one of our maintenance visits (or if anything goes wrong at any point with your heating system), as a service plan customer, you’ll save money on all covered repairs and parts. And if you opt for our Oil Heat Comprehensive Plan, you’ll also be guaranteed 24-hour priority emergency heating service. You’ll be glad for the shorter wait if things go wrong on a particularly cold day (and don’t they always?).

Sign up or renew today!

So what are you waiting for? Give yourself some additional peace of mind and help avoid an unwanted no-heat situation this winter. Sign up for an Ace-Robbins service plan today. And if you’ve already signed up for one of our service plans in the past, now is a good time to renew so you’re guaranteed uninterrupted coverage. Click here for all the details.

Ace-Robbins has a large fleet of vehicles ready and waiting for your call—whether you’re in Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Sullivan, or Wyoming County. Click here to confirm that you live in our service area.

Join our family of satisfied customers today. Contact Ace-Robbins for more information or to enroll in a service plan. And be sure to ask about our Loyalty Credits. (You could save up to $500!)

We’ve got what you need

appliances pennsylvaniaIt’s a new year. Are you ready for something new? Perhaps you’re in the market for a new appliance? Is the washer or dryer in your northeastern Pennsylvania home on its last legs? Perhaps it’s simply time for an upgrade to something more modern and efficient. Whether you need a new washer, dryer, or other home appliance, this month is a great time to make the resolution to enjoy greater efficiency and energy bill savings with a new appliance from Ace-Robbins.

Have you been putting off replacing your appliance because you think it will be a hassle? Well, don’t. At Ace-Robbins, getting a new appliance couldn’t be easier. In fact, you can do it from the comfort of your own home in your pajamas!

Ace-Robbins bring the shopping experience to you. The best place to start is our virtual showroom. Our staff is willing and eager to walk you through the advantages and features of each brand. They’re also experts who can help you choose the best appliance within your budget. We offer a wide selection of top brands that you can trust, like Amana, KitchenAid, Maytag, and Whirlpool.

When you upgrade, you end up saving money in the long run because each year’s models are more efficient than their predecessors. They also offer new features you’ll enjoy.

Ace-Robbins isn’t just an appliance retailer. We also service all the appliances we sell. So when you buy from us, in addition to getting a quality product, you also get peace of mind knowing that you’ll receive the best in repairs when the time comes.

Our current special

The Whirlpool smart all-in-one washer and dryer (2.8 cubic feet) comes with a lot of features. Here are two:

This unit used to cost $1,799. Now it’s only $1,499. That means you save $300!

Ace-Robbins serves customers in Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, Sullivan, and Wyoming County. Click here to see if you live in our service area. Mention reading this blog post, and we’ll waive our standard delivery fee on your next order.

Join our family of satisfied customers today. Contact Ace-Robbins for more information.

Ace-Robbins’ Ace-Robbins Makes It Easy

renting a dumpster pennsylvaniaIf you’re like most homeowners, you have a growing mass of stuff that you don’t use, don’t need, but don’t know what to do with. Is your northeastern Pennsylvania attic, basement, or garage full of stuff you’d love to never see again? Think about all the space you’d get back if you decluttered. Well, Ace Robbins and our Ace-Robbins division can help. We make cleanup a breeze.

When you call on Ace-Robbins, we’ll provide you with removal bins for your junk. We have volumes ranging from 10 yards to 40 yards—big enough to help you completely rid your home of all the stuff that’s just taking up space and collecting dust. For an affordable price, you can rent a removal bin for 7 or 10 days. Our rates are competitive and completely transparent.

Residential Dumpsters

There are lots of reasons you might want a dumpster for your home. Here are just a few:

Commercial Dumpsters

Lots of northeastern Pennsylvania companies need a dumpster from time to time. Ace-Robbins offers reliable roll-off dumpster delivery and retrieval. Here are some of the business types that benefit from our dumpster rental service.

It’s easy!

Whatever your dumpster needs, Ace-Robbins makes it as easy as 1, 2, 3!

  1. Contact us and get a free quote easily and quickly. Click here for our quote form.
  2. We’ll deliver your dumpster on the date and time that’s most convenient for you. You can count on us to be there when we say we will.
  3. We’ll take the dumpster away when you’re done with it. Just give us a call. And don’t worry, we’ll make sure to tidy up so there’s no debris left behind.

If want to choose the best dumpster rental service Wyoming County and the surrounding areas have to offer, look no further than Ace-Robbins. We provide responsive, personal service for your home or business. We deliver up to 30 miles from Tunkannock, Pennsylvania. Click here to see if you’re in our service area.

Ace-Robbins provides exceptional service to our customers in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Contact us today for more information on Ace-Robbins or to request a free quote.

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