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H L Bowman

4.72(
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H L Bowman

4.72(
387
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
2181 local quotes requested

HL Bowman has been in the same location for 38 years and owned by the same family for over 65 years. HL Bowman is a non commission based company. HL Bowman employees will never upsell you a product you don't need. Dennis and Bryan Enders and his family have deep roots in the Harrisburg community. After 65 years Dennis and family stay committed to giving the community the best possible service and product to fit their needs. HL Bowman has won Angie's List super service award every year.

"Adding to the above review: NEGATIVE STARS 1. The Daikon' ductless mini-split' unit, sold to me by Brian Enders and installed by H.L. Bowman Incorporated, unleashed a deluge that not only saturated the hardwood floor in my dining room but also flowed onto bookshelves and drawers in the room below, drenching 25 family photo albums. 2. The water pooled atop and between each section of my quarter-sawn oak Stickley barrister bookcase. 3. The water seeped inside each section of the bookcase. 4. The water ran onto particularly important and expensive books, framed photographs, as well as four small wooden boxes containing four of my dog's cremains. 5. In past years, water from a second-floor unit emitted sufficient water to cause a 12' by 5' section of the upstairs floor to crash through to the main floor. All furniture and items in that 12' by 5' section were so water-damaged that they had to be discarded. Water ran behind the plaster and into the wiring contained within the plaster walls. I had to make an insurance claim to have that water damage repaired. 6. In past years, water from a basement unit emitted sufficient water to cause an entire wall of built-in cabinetry to be destroyed and have to be replaced. I had to make an insurance claim to have that water damage repaired. 7. In past years, four of the six "ductless mini-split" units have simply not worked. They do not cool. They do not heat. They hang on the wall and blink. 8. Throughout these years of destruction, distress, and financial duress caused by the six 'ductless mini-splits,' Brian Enders has consistently refused to rectify the problem. 9. The FIRST REASON Brian Enders uses to refuse to rectify the problem: When the ceiling caved in from the upstairs unit and the cabinetry was ruined by the downstairs unit, Brian Enders offered substandard assistance. He sent a contractor to my home to spackle over water-damaged plaster, thus sealing water inside the walls. When I saw the inferior repairs Enders offered, I stated that I was going to call my lawyer. Enders said that because I had threatened legal action, his company would no longer serve me. 10. The SECOND REASON Brian Enders gives for refusing to rectify the problems: When the ceiling caved in from the upstairs unit and the cabinetry was ruined by the downstairs unit and Brian Enders offered substandard assistance, I wrote bad reviews of Brian Enders and his company "all over the internet." (Enders words.) Yes. I did, indeed, write bad reviews of Brian Enders and his company, H. L. Bowman, Incorporated, "all over the internet" and will continue to do so until Brian Enders and his company, H. L. Bowman, Incorporated, make the six Daikon "mini-split" units they installed in my home work properly. 11. Because Brian Enders and his company, refuse to help me, I have paid five other companies, & one private contractor, to come to my home to diagnose and repair the six Daikon "ductless mini-split" units. Each one has been unable to do so. Each one says that there is something so faulty about these units &/or the installation of these units that it is impossible to determine what is actually wrong with them. 12. On Saturday, June 22, 2024, I tried to set up a service call with H.L Bowman, Incorporated, using a form on their website. 13. On Saturday, June 22, 2024, I received a text from H.L. Bowman confirming an appointment for Monday, June 24, 2024, with a note relating that on the day of the service, I would receive a call 30 minutes before the technician arrived. 14. On Monday, June 24, 2024, I instead received a phone call from H.L. Bowman informing me that they are too busy serving their VIP customers to send a technician out to serve me. Today is Tuesday, June 24, 2025. H.L. Bowman has still not rectified their financial and material injury to me."

Faith M on June 2025

HL Bowman has been in the same location for 38 years and owned by the same family for over 65 years. HL Bowman is a non commission based company. HL Bowman employees will never upsell you a product you don't need. Dennis and Bryan Enders and his family have deep roots in the Harrisburg community. After 65 years Dennis and family stay committed to giving the community the best possible service and product to fit their needs. HL Bowman has won Angie's List super service award every year.

"Adding to the above review: NEGATIVE STARS 1. The Daikon' ductless mini-split' unit, sold to me by Brian Enders and installed by H.L. Bowman Incorporated, unleashed a deluge that not only saturated the hardwood floor in my dining room but also flowed onto bookshelves and drawers in the room below, drenching 25 family photo albums. 2. The water pooled atop and between each section of my quarter-sawn oak Stickley barrister bookcase. 3. The water seeped inside each section of the bookcase. 4. The water ran onto particularly important and expensive books, framed photographs, as well as four small wooden boxes containing four of my dog's cremains. 5. In past years, water from a second-floor unit emitted sufficient water to cause a 12' by 5' section of the upstairs floor to crash through to the main floor. All furniture and items in that 12' by 5' section were so water-damaged that they had to be discarded. Water ran behind the plaster and into the wiring contained within the plaster walls. I had to make an insurance claim to have that water damage repaired. 6. In past years, water from a basement unit emitted sufficient water to cause an entire wall of built-in cabinetry to be destroyed and have to be replaced. I had to make an insurance claim to have that water damage repaired. 7. In past years, four of the six "ductless mini-split" units have simply not worked. They do not cool. They do not heat. They hang on the wall and blink. 8. Throughout these years of destruction, distress, and financial duress caused by the six 'ductless mini-splits,' Brian Enders has consistently refused to rectify the problem. 9. The FIRST REASON Brian Enders uses to refuse to rectify the problem: When the ceiling caved in from the upstairs unit and the cabinetry was ruined by the downstairs unit, Brian Enders offered substandard assistance. He sent a contractor to my home to spackle over water-damaged plaster, thus sealing water inside the walls. When I saw the inferior repairs Enders offered, I stated that I was going to call my lawyer. Enders said that because I had threatened legal action, his company would no longer serve me. 10. The SECOND REASON Brian Enders gives for refusing to rectify the problems: When the ceiling caved in from the upstairs unit and the cabinetry was ruined by the downstairs unit and Brian Enders offered substandard assistance, I wrote bad reviews of Brian Enders and his company "all over the internet." (Enders words.) Yes. I did, indeed, write bad reviews of Brian Enders and his company, H. L. Bowman, Incorporated, "all over the internet" and will continue to do so until Brian Enders and his company, H. L. Bowman, Incorporated, make the six Daikon "mini-split" units they installed in my home work properly. 11. Because Brian Enders and his company, refuse to help me, I have paid five other companies, & one private contractor, to come to my home to diagnose and repair the six Daikon "ductless mini-split" units. Each one has been unable to do so. Each one says that there is something so faulty about these units &/or the installation of these units that it is impossible to determine what is actually wrong with them. 12. On Saturday, June 22, 2024, I tried to set up a service call with H.L Bowman, Incorporated, using a form on their website. 13. On Saturday, June 22, 2024, I received a text from H.L. Bowman confirming an appointment for Monday, June 24, 2024, with a note relating that on the day of the service, I would receive a call 30 minutes before the technician arrived. 14. On Monday, June 24, 2024, I instead received a phone call from H.L. Bowman informing me that they are too busy serving their VIP customers to send a technician out to serve me. Today is Tuesday, June 24, 2025. H.L. Bowman has still not rectified their financial and material injury to me."

Faith M on June 2025


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J Thurston Fuel

5.00(
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J Thurston Fuel

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
145 local quotes requested

J. Thurston Fuel is a full-service fuel delivery company owned and operated by Jim Thurston and Jay Carter. Established in 1998, we service customers in New Haven and Fairfield counties and is one of the premier home heating oil distributors in the state. J. Thurston Fuel is devoted to satisfying the needs and wants of our customers. Our services range from heating oil & propane delivery, new equipment installation and equipment repairs. We are committed to providing the highest quality fast, efficient service, competitively priced to all our customers we serve. From our delivery drivers, to our office staff and service technicians, our employees are friendly, knowledgeable ready to assist you in saving energy and money regarding all your home services needs.

"Very accommodating to my schedule. Everything neatly done . The final copper work looks like a piece of art. These people know what they are doing make no mistake about that. If you want the best hire this company. They are very knowledgeable and answer all of your questions. They are very easy to work with every step of the way for your project"

Carole O on September 2025

J. Thurston Fuel is a full-service fuel delivery company owned and operated by Jim Thurston and Jay Carter. Established in 1998, we service customers in New Haven and Fairfield counties and is one of the premier home heating oil distributors in the state. J. Thurston Fuel is devoted to satisfying the needs and wants of our customers. Our services range from heating oil & propane delivery, new equipment installation and equipment repairs. We are committed to providing the highest quality fast, efficient service, competitively priced to all our customers we serve. From our delivery drivers, to our office staff and service technicians, our employees are friendly, knowledgeable ready to assist you in saving energy and money regarding all your home services needs.

"Very accommodating to my schedule. Everything neatly done . The final copper work looks like a piece of art. These people know what they are doing make no mistake about that. If you want the best hire this company. They are very knowledgeable and answer all of your questions. They are very easy to work with every step of the way for your project"

Carole O on September 2025


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Petro Home Services

4.44(
98
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Petro Home Services

4.44(
98
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
575 local quotes requested
122 years of experience

With over 100 years experience, we know how to keep you comfortable, safe and help you save on energy costs. Our local 24/7 customer service and support means automatic heating oil deliveries and our service response is always fast. We never run out of heating oil plus our pricing and payment plans are designed to help you manage your costs all year round. Experience the Petro difference today!

"Worst service I’ve ever have experienced. They wanted to sell me the product, never told me that there was an early termination fee and another penalty for an initial offer they gave me. Had double charges every month, once for the oil they provided (which they never told me they were going to provide before coming. They just came without my knowledge and then I find a high amount bill) and another for an “automatic payment” for 500 that they never could explain. The didn’t even fix this issue and it kept happening every month even after I cancelled the service. Then having to call them is a hastié for the refund of the 500. Stay away of this company"

Axel R on January 2023

With over 100 years experience, we know how to keep you comfortable, safe and help you save on energy costs. Our local 24/7 customer service and support means automatic heating oil deliveries and our service response is always fast. We never run out of heating oil plus our pricing and payment plans are designed to help you manage your costs all year round. Experience the Petro difference today!

"Worst service I’ve ever have experienced. They wanted to sell me the product, never told me that there was an early termination fee and another penalty for an initial offer they gave me. Had double charges every month, once for the oil they provided (which they never told me they were going to provide before coming. They just came without my knowledge and then I find a high amount bill) and another for an “automatic payment” for 500 that they never could explain. The didn’t even fix this issue and it kept happening every month even after I cancelled the service. Then having to call them is a hastié for the refund of the 500. Stay away of this company"

Axel R on January 2023


Tranmer Electric, LLC

4.75(
121
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Tranmer Electric, LLC

4.75(
121
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

Tranmer Electric has been the leading electrical company serving your area for 10 years. Our reputability for everything electrical is the key to success & we bring it to you at an affordable price.

"Professional company. Their workers were on time, did a great job and left the site nice and neat."

Zeke G on April 2018

Tranmer Electric has been the leading electrical company serving your area for 10 years. Our reputability for everything electrical is the key to success & we bring it to you at an affordable price.

"Professional company. Their workers were on time, did a great job and left the site nice and neat."

Zeke G on April 2018


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Precise HVAC Home Services

4.94(
24
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Precise HVAC Home Services

4.94(
24
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
264 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

We take great pride in offering the best possible experience with our expertise, quality, and customer service. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients, we make every effort to work and communicate with everyone in a professional manner. It is our mission to exceed our clients expectations by providing excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start of each project to its completion. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Ac needs service, but not the outlet. "

Rich F on June 2025

We take great pride in offering the best possible experience with our expertise, quality, and customer service. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients, we make every effort to work and communicate with everyone in a professional manner. It is our mission to exceed our clients expectations by providing excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start of each project to its completion. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Ac needs service, but not the outlet. "

Rich F on June 2025


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Maxim Home Inspections

5.00(
2
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Maxim Home Inspections

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
17 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Home buyers choose Maxim Home Inspections for my online digital reports delivered within twenty four hours of the inspection. I have a home buyback guarantee in which I will buy your home if I miss a covered item. I use the most advanced tools in the business, including infrared cameras, moisture meters, radon monitors and aerial drones.

Home buyers choose Maxim Home Inspections for my online digital reports delivered within twenty four hours of the inspection. I have a home buyback guarantee in which I will buy your home if I miss a covered item. I use the most advanced tools in the business, including infrared cameras, moisture meters, radon monitors and aerial drones.


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Wa/ve Sound and Security, LLC

4.93(
54
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Wa/ve Sound and Security, LLC

4.93(
54
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Customers say: True professional
23 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

Founded in 2007, Wa/ve Sound and Security, LLC has evolved as an industry leader in providing innovative solutions for the security, entertainment, and productivity of our customers. Our focus is to educate the customer so they can make the most informed decision on the products they are looking to purchase. We maintain a clean work environment, cleanup is important to us - we strive to leave the work site better than how we found it!

"Wes did an amazing job getting our dental practice music back up and running after a power surge took it out. His prompt attention brought the morality back up in the office while treating the patients. He was extremely communicative throughout the whole process. Thank you Wes!"

Samantha V on March 2025

Founded in 2007, Wa/ve Sound and Security, LLC has evolved as an industry leader in providing innovative solutions for the security, entertainment, and productivity of our customers. Our focus is to educate the customer so they can make the most informed decision on the products they are looking to purchase. We maintain a clean work environment, cleanup is important to us - we strive to leave the work site better than how we found it!

"Wes did an amazing job getting our dental practice music back up and running after a power surge took it out. His prompt attention brought the morality back up in the office while treating the patients. He was extremely communicative throughout the whole process. Thank you Wes!"

Samantha V on March 2025


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J.M. Curtis Energy Solutions, LLC

4.93(
61
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J.M. Curtis Energy Solutions, LLC

4.93(
61
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

With over 30 years of experience in the refrigeration and HVAC industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home, or business. We handle everything from refrigeration and HVAC Installations, to full repairs. We will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. Give J.M. Curtis Energy Solutions, a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"recently had the pleasure of working with Joel for an AC diagnosis and repair, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the level of service provided. From the moment he arrived, Joel displayed a high level of professionalism, courtesy, and technical expertise that immediately put me at ease. He quickly identified the issue, clearly explained the problem, and outlined the steps needed to get everything back up and running. What stood out the most was his thoroughness and honesty throughout the entire process. Joel didn’t just do a quick fix—he took the time to ensure everything was working properly and efficiently before he left. His professionalism, punctuality, and attention to detail were truly appreciated. It’s rare to find someone so committed to quality service and customer satisfaction. I highly recommend Joel for any HVAC needs—he’s a true professional who takes pride in his work. Thank you, Joel, for the outstanding service!"

Herold B on September 2025

With over 30 years of experience in the refrigeration and HVAC industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home, or business. We handle everything from refrigeration and HVAC Installations, to full repairs. We will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. Give J.M. Curtis Energy Solutions, a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"recently had the pleasure of working with Joel for an AC diagnosis and repair, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the level of service provided. From the moment he arrived, Joel displayed a high level of professionalism, courtesy, and technical expertise that immediately put me at ease. He quickly identified the issue, clearly explained the problem, and outlined the steps needed to get everything back up and running. What stood out the most was his thoroughness and honesty throughout the entire process. Joel didn’t just do a quick fix—he took the time to ensure everything was working properly and efficiently before he left. His professionalism, punctuality, and attention to detail were truly appreciated. It’s rare to find someone so committed to quality service and customer satisfaction. I highly recommend Joel for any HVAC needs—he’s a true professional who takes pride in his work. Thank you, Joel, for the outstanding service!"

Herold B on September 2025


"Joe and Larry were wonderful! We bought a new house that needed work, including a serious issue with how our water heater was installed (without a pressure release valve!). Joe came by and looked at it all and because the situation was dangerous he and Larry came the very next day. Their estimate was clear and the job came in at the estimate (with one small additional nal.repair they found taking a part the toilet.). They walked me through everything and made me feel at ease. These are our new go-to plumbers!!"

Ali B on July 2021

Professional for over 30 years in the same area! Fully equipped for service, diversified plumbing, heating, kitchen and bath remodeling.

"Joe and Larry were wonderful! We bought a new house that needed work, including a serious issue with how our water heater was installed (without a pressure release valve!). Joe came by and looked at it all and because the situation was dangerous he and Larry came the very next day. Their estimate was clear and the job came in at the estimate (with one small additional nal.repair they found taking a part the toilet.). They walked me through everything and made me feel at ease. These are our new go-to plumbers!!"

Ali B on July 2021


"Yes, he did a good job."

Kathy E on July 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Yes, he did a good job."

Kathy E on July 2025

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Wood Stove Inspection questions, answered by experts

You don’t need electricity for a wood-burning stove unless it has a blower fan. Some wood-burning stoves include blower fans to help with heat distribution, but blower fans have a motor and use electricity to power the fan. You can still operate a wood stove without using the blower fan, so it’s a good source of heat if you have a power outage or are looking to lower your electric bill during winter.

In most homes, your chimney and HVAC are separate from each other. However, you can use your chimney to save on heating costs in the winter. Turn off your HVAC system and start a cozy fire, then watch the electric bills drop during the coldest months. Make sure your flue is closed when not in use so that you don’t end up pumping heat or cool air from your system outside.

Modern gas fireplaces are relatively efficient and don't burn excessive amounts of gas, especially compared to older models. A gas fireplace might use between 10,000 to 40,000 BTUs per hour; the total amount of gas used depends on the fireplace's size, heat output, and how often it's in use. To help keep your running costs down, consider using a thermostat and turning off the fireplace when not needed to minimize gas consumption

Like other kinds of masonry and brickwork, a properly installed chimney should have a lifespan that extends beyond multiple generations of homeowners. But there are parts of the chimney that will need to be replaced more frequently. 

  • Clay tile or cast-in-place liners should be replaced every 50 years.

  • Stainless steel liners will last an average of 15–20 years.

  • Mortar will require replacement every 25–30 years.

  • Chimney crowns have an average lifespan of 50–75 years.

It’s hard to calculate how long a chimney damper will last because its life span depends on various factors, namely how often you use your fireplace, how much debris gets into your chimney regularly, and what material your damper is made of. It’s best to schedule an annual chimney inspection so a pro can examine it and let you know if it’s time for a replacement.

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