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Progressive Homecare Solutions

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro

Progressive Homecare Solutions

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

We provide comprehensive plumbing solutions tailored to meet your needs. Emergency Plumbing: Rapid response for leaks, clogs, and other urgent issues, ensuring your home or business stays safe and functional. Drain Cleaning: Utilizing advanced techniques and equipment to clear stubborn blockages and restore proper drainage. Fixture Installation: Professional installation of sinks, faucets, toilets, and more enhancing both functionality and aesthetics in your space. Water Heater Services: Installation, repair, and maintenance of traditional and tankless water heaters for consistent hot water. Pipe Repair and Replacement: Addressing leaks, corrosion, and pipe damage with durable solutions to prevent future issues. Sewer Line Services: Comprehensive inspections, repairs, and replacements to ensure your sewer system operates smoothly. Preventative Maintenance: Regular inspections and maintenance plans to keep your plumbing system in top shape and avoid costly repairs. We prioritize your comfort and peace of mind. We’re dedicated to delivering high-quality service with a focus on integrity and reliability.

"Excellent work! Everything completed way beyond my expectations for a very reasonable price."

Paul S on October 2024

We provide comprehensive plumbing solutions tailored to meet your needs. Emergency Plumbing: Rapid response for leaks, clogs, and other urgent issues, ensuring your home or business stays safe and functional. Drain Cleaning: Utilizing advanced techniques and equipment to clear stubborn blockages and restore proper drainage. Fixture Installation: Professional installation of sinks, faucets, toilets, and more enhancing both functionality and aesthetics in your space. Water Heater Services: Installation, repair, and maintenance of traditional and tankless water heaters for consistent hot water. Pipe Repair and Replacement: Addressing leaks, corrosion, and pipe damage with durable solutions to prevent future issues. Sewer Line Services: Comprehensive inspections, repairs, and replacements to ensure your sewer system operates smoothly. Preventative Maintenance: Regular inspections and maintenance plans to keep your plumbing system in top shape and avoid costly repairs. We prioritize your comfort and peace of mind. We’re dedicated to delivering high-quality service with a focus on integrity and reliability.

"Excellent work! Everything completed way beyond my expectations for a very reasonable price."

Paul S on October 2024


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Clear Ridge Mechanical, LLC

8528 Clear Ridge Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro

Clear Ridge Mechanical, LLC

8528 Clear Ridge Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We are a local Refrigeration, HVAC and mechanical service contractor servicing central PA and surrounding areas. Residential, industrial and commercial work accepted. No job is too big or too small! We take pride in the work we do and strive for customer satisfaction. 12 years experience in the trade. Fully insured and dedicated to delivering every time no matter the project. Give us a call today, I guarantee you won’t be disappointed.

"We had a mini split air conditioner with a heat pump installed, and the work was finished in 1 day. Excellent service and good rates!"

Daniel D on September 2022

We are a local Refrigeration, HVAC and mechanical service contractor servicing central PA and surrounding areas. Residential, industrial and commercial work accepted. No job is too big or too small! We take pride in the work we do and strive for customer satisfaction. 12 years experience in the trade. Fully insured and dedicated to delivering every time no matter the project. Give us a call today, I guarantee you won’t be disappointed.

"We had a mini split air conditioner with a heat pump installed, and the work was finished in 1 day. Excellent service and good rates!"

Daniel D on September 2022


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Once & Done Waterproofing Solutions, LLC

P.O. BOX
4.92(
53
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Approved Pro

Once & Done Waterproofing Solutions, LLC

P.O. BOX
4.92(
53
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 local quotes requested

At Once & Done Waterproofing Solutions, LLC, 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! With our new location in Martinsburg, WV we service Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan counties and our new location in Mercersburg, PA, we are happy to serve Franklin, Fulton, Adams, and Cumberland counties.

"Once & Done did a great job!"

Hugh L on August 2024

At Once & Done Waterproofing Solutions, LLC, 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! With our new location in Martinsburg, WV we service Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan counties and our new location in Mercersburg, PA, we are happy to serve Franklin, Fulton, Adams, and Cumberland counties.

"Once & Done did a great job!"

Hugh L on August 2024


Shank's Refrigeration & HVAC Service, Inc.

PO Box 384
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro

Shank's Refrigeration & HVAC Service, Inc.

PO Box 384
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
78 years of experience

Welcome to Shanks Refrigeration and HVAC Service, the leading HVAC specialists, serving Franklin county and the surrounding areas. With over 35 years of experience in projects ranging from AC installs and repairs to furnace installs and heat pump repairs, we look forward to earning your business. Call today for a free estimate!

"Bought a home ....I had them fix the older furnace and the Air conditioner several times in 9 years until I bought a new unit from them. Their service calls were fast and very reasonable. They always went above and beyond as some calls were on a holiday. Great service with. Great prices ! Love our new unit ! Really nice guys & family! Highly recommend!"

Becky B on November 2020

Welcome to Shanks Refrigeration and HVAC Service, the leading HVAC specialists, serving Franklin county and the surrounding areas. With over 35 years of experience in projects ranging from AC installs and repairs to furnace installs and heat pump repairs, we look forward to earning your business. Call today for a free estimate!

"Bought a home ....I had them fix the older furnace and the Air conditioner several times in 9 years until I bought a new unit from them. Their service calls were fast and very reasonable. They always went above and beyond as some calls were on a holiday. Great service with. Great prices ! Love our new unit ! Really nice guys & family! Highly recommend!"

Becky B on November 2020


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Basement Gurus, LLC

431 Rhawn Street
4.84(
150
)
Approved Pro

Basement Gurus, LLC

431 Rhawn Street
4.84(
150
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
1014 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

Basement Gurus LLC, is a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in professional waterproofing services. Our commitment is 100% guaranteed customer satisfaction on every project. Call us today, so that we can give you a free estimate and make your project come to life!

"Steven was very nice and easy to do business with very honest and gave me all kinds of options. Hard to find people like that nowadays just overall great quality people"

Derek K on October 2025

Basement Gurus LLC, is a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in professional waterproofing services. Our commitment is 100% guaranteed customer satisfaction on every project. Call us today, so that we can give you a free estimate and make your project come to life!

"Steven was very nice and easy to do business with very honest and gave me all kinds of options. Hard to find people like that nowadays just overall great quality people"

Derek K on October 2025


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Chambersburg Waterproofing, LLC

735 Forest Road
4.63(
8
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Approved Pro

Chambersburg Waterproofing, LLC

735 Forest Road
4.63(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Chambersburg Waterproofing, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Couldn't have been better. Soup to nuts, less than 24 hours, very professional, and great customer service!"

Justin C on May 2022

Chambersburg Waterproofing, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Couldn't have been better. Soup to nuts, less than 24 hours, very professional, and great customer service!"

Justin C on May 2022


Bracken Waterproofing

1046 Menoher Blvd
4.63(
75
)
Approved Pro

Bracken Waterproofing

1046 Menoher Blvd
4.63(
75
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
65 local quotes requested

At Bracken Waterproofing, customer satisfaction is our top priority. We ensure that any job we do matches your vision of the work done. If you're looking for the top waterproofing company, give us a call today!

"So far, they were great."

Kathy P on July 2025

At Bracken Waterproofing, customer satisfaction is our top priority. We ensure that any job we do matches your vision of the work done. If you're looking for the top waterproofing company, give us a call today!

"So far, they were great."

Kathy P on July 2025


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Revelare Kitchens

1750 Industrial Highway, Suite100
4.34(
86
)
Approved Pro

Revelare Kitchens

1750 Industrial Highway, Suite100
4.34(
86
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
502 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

Revelare Kitchens (latin for "unveil") was created in 2007. Since then, we have grown into a family of creative and innovative kitchen designers and craftsmen who are committed to excellence and unparalleled design. Specializing in kitchen cabinet refacing, custom cabinetry, and countertops; Revelare Kitchens has an option to satisfy a wide range of styles perfectly matched to your house and your budget. We believe creative designs are the result of meaningful dialogue and trust between the interior designer and client. In every project, we strive to fully understand our clients’ needs and apply their feedback and ideas into our designs. We do, however, use our expertise to ensure that the end result is as professional as possible. Contact us today to see how we can get you started.

"Will King is an outstanding rep of Revelare Kitchens. Very knowledgeable, courteous and overall , an excellent employee"

Tom M on September 2025

Revelare Kitchens (latin for "unveil") was created in 2007. Since then, we have grown into a family of creative and innovative kitchen designers and craftsmen who are committed to excellence and unparalleled design. Specializing in kitchen cabinet refacing, custom cabinetry, and countertops; Revelare Kitchens has an option to satisfy a wide range of styles perfectly matched to your house and your budget. We believe creative designs are the result of meaningful dialogue and trust between the interior designer and client. In every project, we strive to fully understand our clients’ needs and apply their feedback and ideas into our designs. We do, however, use our expertise to ensure that the end result is as professional as possible. Contact us today to see how we can get you started.

"Will King is an outstanding rep of Revelare Kitchens. Very knowledgeable, courteous and overall , an excellent employee"

Tom M on September 2025


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Northern Air Heating and Cooling, LLC

Edgemont Road
4.79(
19
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Northern Air Heating and Cooling, LLC

Edgemont Road
4.79(
19
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

Employee owned and operated residential and light commercial company. We specialize in installation, Replacement and servicing of most makes and models. Being a small family owned company I can assure quality, honesty, customer service and prices that are very competitive. I have 30 years experience in the business. Servicing Frederick Maryland, Washington County Md and Southern PA area. We give you an honest assessment as if you were family.

"Last week Todd and his team replaced my HVAC system with a new system. Working with Todd went extremely well from the initial contact to the installation. Todd and his team removed the old system and installed the new system in a couple of hours. They are very professional, knowledgeable and great to work with. Todd also returns calls very quickly so make sure you leave a message if he is busy and doesn't answer the phone right away. Very highly recommended."

Donald Z on May 2023

Employee owned and operated residential and light commercial company. We specialize in installation, Replacement and servicing of most makes and models. Being a small family owned company I can assure quality, honesty, customer service and prices that are very competitive. I have 30 years experience in the business. Servicing Frederick Maryland, Washington County Md and Southern PA area. We give you an honest assessment as if you were family.

"Last week Todd and his team replaced my HVAC system with a new system. Working with Todd went extremely well from the initial contact to the installation. Todd and his team removed the old system and installed the new system in a couple of hours. They are very professional, knowledgeable and great to work with. Todd also returns calls very quickly so make sure you leave a message if he is busy and doesn't answer the phone right away. Very highly recommended."

Donald Z on May 2023


American Home Guard Home Warranty - PA

1515 Market St
5.00(
1
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American Home Guard Home Warranty - PA

1515 Market St
5.00(
1
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

American Home Guard is America’s top rated home warranty provider. They service home buyers and sellers across the nation.They offer home warranty service plans for single family homes, multiple units, condos, and even mobile and manufactured homes. They are proud to offer their referral and realtor programs as well as enticing rates to multiple property owners.

American Home Guard is America’s top rated home warranty provider. They service home buyers and sellers across the nation.They offer home warranty service plans for single family homes, multiple units, condos, and even mobile and manufactured homes. They are proud to offer their referral and realtor programs as well as enticing rates to multiple property owners.

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

A thermocouple is a pretty simple device. It simply tells the control valve if heat is present. Most water heaters can use a universal thermocouple, provided it's the correct length. Getting one that's long enough for your appliance is crucial for success. However, some water heater models require model-specific thermocouples, which is why it's essential to take your existing one to the store to find the right match.

Every type of water heater has its advantages and disadvantages. Understanding those can help you decide the best type for your situation and budget. 

Pros

  • Safer than gas or propane

  • Doesn’t require extensive venting systems

  • Lower upfront costs

  • Simpler to operate

  • No pilot light

  • Easier installation

  • More efficient heating than gas models

  • Available as point-of-use (POU) and whole-house units

Cons

  • Slower to heat water

  • Longer recovery time

  • Possibly higher operating costs

  • Doesn’t work during a power outage

  • Costs can increase without a 240-volt connection

No. Expansion tanks must be installed on the supply side (where heated water flows out) of the boiler. There’s also a list of other requirements for most boilers, including being above the pressure relief valves, being on the inner side of any circulator, and more. Your installation manual should have more information on expansion tank installation requirements and what sort of tank the system is made for.

When wondering what size of breaker for a water heater is appropriate, the majority of hot water heaters need a 30-amp, two-pole breaker. Most residential water heaters use 240 volts and between 3,500 and 5,500 watts. If your appliance matches these measurements, a 30-amp breaker is likely perfect. Owners of point-of-use water heaters using 120 volts and between 1,500 and 3,000 watts often find that a 30-amp breaker is adequate. Water heaters that use more watts than average may need a 40-amp breaker. Smaller units that use fewer watts could potentially use a 20-amp breaker.

No, you’ll need to drain the tank before changing a water heater element, as the water heater element sticks through the side of the tank and uses a gasket to prevent water from pouring out. However, you don’t always need to drain it completely. If you’re only replacing the upper heating element, you can drain the tank until the water line is below the element. If you’re replacing the lower element, you’ll need to drain the whole thing.

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