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.
Renting a dumpster for your residential or commercial project is an investment of not only money, but time.
Ace-Robbins makes renting a dumpster easy! All you have to do is contact us to get a quote, then we deliver the dumpster on the day you need it and pick it up when you ask us to.
Something else that makes renting a dumpster easy is knowing how to put it to good use for maximum efficiency. We’ve put together five tips to help you do that.
If you have questions about what you’re throwing out and whether you can put it in one of our dumpsters, ask us. Due to safety regulations, there are several things that Ace-Robbins cannot accept, such as:
A little work before you start loading, or even before the dumpster arrives, can make the project go faster and easier for you.
Do you have cardboard boxes? Break them down. They’re easier to carry that way and take up less room in the dumpster.
Break down furniture for easier loading and so it’s more compact. For example, a bed can be broken down, so the headboard and footboard lie flat with the side rails on top of them.
Another way to prepare is by knowing what should go in first. Lighter items such as flattened boxes, pillows, and furniture pieces should go in first. The heavier items on top will compact them so they take up less room.
Bag light items such as papers, Styrofoam, and fabrics so they don’t blow away. Put them on the bottom of the dumpster as well so they can be compacted by the heavier items on top.
Our dumpsters have a door that swings open. It may seem like more fun to just toss stuff over the side into the dumpster, but using the door makes the job faster, easier, and safer.
Start at the back of the dumpster and work your way back towards the door. This also allows you to distribute the load more evenly for safe hauling.
Our dumpsters have a maximum fill line. That line indicates the limit for safe hauling. Stop when or before you reach it. If the load goes past the fill line, we may not be able to haul it. You’ll lose time removing the items above the fill line. It’s easier and more efficient to let us know that you need another dumpster.
Ready to get started on your project that needs a dumpster? Get a quote from us today!
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 are new to renting a dumpster, you probably have a lot of questions about the process. No worries! Ace-Robbins is here to help make sure your dumpster rental goes smoothly for you.
That process starts with getting a FREE quote for dumpster rental from us. We go over your project so we can be sure of what you’ll need in terms of the dumpster size that will best work for your project.
We make dumpster rental easy. Once you get the quote, we’ll deliver the dumpster the day you want it. Unlike some other dumpster companies, we take great care in our dumpster delivery and removal services. We place our dumpsters carefully on wood boards, so your driveway is protected. When we come to remove the dumpster, we take the time to sweep and clean up behind us, so you don’t have to.
One question we commonly get asked is how long a dumpster can be rented for, so let’s address that.
The average dumpster rental period tends to be five to seven days. Ace-Robbins offers flexible rental periods as we know each project is unique. All you need to do is call us when the dumpster is full, and we’ll come pick it up. You don’t have to be home.
When people see their dumpster in person, they think it’s going to take a good while to fill it up. More often than not, a dumpster can get filled pretty quickly. Between drywall, lumber, cabinetry, furniture, kitchen and bath fixtures, and other debris and waste, this can be especially true for big renovation projects like kitchens and primary suites.
If you fill your dumpster and still have waste and junk to get rid of, no problem! Let us know and we’ll bring a new, empty dumpster when we come to retrieve the full one.
One of the advantages that renting your dumpster from Ace-Robbins offers is how easy our dumpsters are to fill! You don’t have to waste time and risk injury trying to chuck the waste up over the sides of the dumpster. That’s because our dumpsters all have swing doors! With the door open, you can easily and safely carry waste in or use a wheelbarrow for loading.
As you plan your project, you are likely going over what you are going to need to get rid of.
For safety and regulatory reasons, we cannot haul away the below items. Get in touch with us if you have any questions about the items you are discarding.
If you’re working with a contractor on a renovation, make sure that they know what can and cannot go into the dumpster you rent from Ace-Robbins.
Whatever the size of your project, Ace-Robbins has the right dumpster for it! Get a FREE quote today.
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.
With summer starting, the days ahead seem to stretch on and on. But experience has shown that summer can actually go by pretty fast.
If you have a home improvement project you want to tackle this summer, be efficient with your time so you can focus on getting it done and you can enjoy the fruits of your labor while the sun shines.
One way to help you better manage your project is by renting a residential dumpster from Ace-Robbins! We’ll deliver your dumpster, and you can use it as long as you need to, and then call us when you’re ready to haul it away.
This can save you so much time, hassle, and money. First of all, you will not be stopping work regularly to ferry trash to the dump. You also won’t have to rent a truck to haul waste or spend extra for disposing of larger loads at the dump.
This is one area where the experience and knowledge of the Ace-Robbins team comes in handy. When we give you a quote, we’ll go over the scale of your project so you can get the right size dumpster to meet your needs. Here are our dumpster sizes so you have an idea of which one will be in your driveway.
10-yard dumpster – Our minimum rental dumpster size is the 10-yard dumpster. It has dimensions of 3 feet in height, 8 feet in width, and 12 feet in length. This dumpster is the size to choose when you’re doing outdoor projects that involve disposing of weighty debris like bricks or concrete, like if you are updating a patio, landscaping borders, or walkways. On average, it can contain about four pickup trucks worth of waste. Indoors, it’s great if you are doing a small purging/decluttering project.
12-yard dumpster – Is your tween tired of their princess-themed bedroom and wants a new look? That’s a perfect summer project because you can get them to help. This dumpster is 3 feet high, 8 feet wide, and 12 feet long and can hold about five pickup trucks worth of waste. It’s the right size for clearing out their bedroom of worn-out furniture, toys, and other items.
15-yard dumpster – Summer is also a time many people take on renovations such as a bathroom or a primary suite. At 4 feet high, 8 feet wide, and 14 feet long this dumpster can take bulkier items like vanities and larger pieces of furniture and can hold approximately six pickup trucks worth of waste.
20-yard and 20-long dumpster – We give you a choice when it comes to these two dumpsters. The 20-yard dumpster has dimensions of 5½ feet in height, 8 feet in width, and 14 feet in length. However, for those who prefer a dumpster with a shorter height, there is an option known as the 20-long dumpster, which measures 4 feet in height, 8 feet in width, and 23 feet in length.
30-yard dumpster – Maybe you’re finally renovating the kitchen. Or perhaps you are planning a move and want to take advantage of the good weather to do a whole-house decluttering and purge. You’ll need a big dumpster like this one, which measures 6 feet high, 8 feet wide, and 23 feet long. It can hold about 12 pickup trucks worth of material.
40-yard dumpster – Are you feeling really ambitious this summer and want to finally get that open-concept living space you’ve always dreamed of? You will likely need our largest dumpster. It’s 7½ feet high, 8 feet wide, and 23 feet long, and can hold approximately 16 pickup trucks worth of waste.
Ace-Robbins is the solution for keeping your summer home improvement projects on track. Get a FREE quote today!
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.
