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Continue ReadingAt HL Bowman our sole purpose is to provide continued comfort to our valued customers. We are committed to the safety and wellness of those we service and our team members. Temp Check – We temperature check our technicians. Safety First – If there are symptoms of illness technicians are instructed to stay home and…
Continue ReadingYour family’s safety and health is very important to us and we would like to provide you with an option to keep your family safe while inside your home. The Air Scrubber by Aerus® utilizes 3 different technologies: ActivePure® to kill viruses, ionization to reduce dust, and ozone (optional) to eliminate odors. Please take…
Continue ReadingThere is a lot of confusion in our community right now as to how best to respond to the current health concerns and what businesses are considered essential and will remain open. We at HL Bowman Inc can think of nothing more essential than the heating, cooling, air purification, plumbing, and hot water systems in…
Continue ReadingHow-to Prevent Plumbing Clogs Thanksgiving hosts can avoid a visit from their plumber over the holiday weekend by following these clog-preventing tips: — Never pour fats or cooking oils down drains. They solidify in pipes. Instead, wipe grease from pots with paper towels and throw them in the trash. — Avoid putting stringy, fibrous or starchy waste…
Continue ReadingHL Bowman Inc Earns 2018 Angie’s List Super Service Award Award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service Harrisburg, Pa – HL Bowman Inc is proud to announce that it has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award (SSA). This award honors service professionals who have maintained exceptional service…
Continue ReadingFinance Your Heating and Air Conditioning Purchase Today! HL Bowman Inc has partnered with Wells Fargo Home Projects to help our customers get financing on heating, air conditioning and plumbing purchase. 12 – 72 month program depending on project. We can have a decision for you within 30 minutes. Easy and convenient re-payment options via online banking.…
Continue ReadingJust a reminder we are closed for regular service on 11/21/2018 but are open for emergency. Have a safe and happy holiday!
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Continue ReadingHL Bowman Inc Earns Esteemed 2017 Angie’s List Super Service Award Award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service Harrisburg Pa, 1/17/2018 – HL Bowman Inc is proud to announce that it has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award (SSA). This award honors service professionals who have maintained…
Continue ReadingHappy Holidays from our team at HL Bowman Inc! We will be closed on December 25th. If you have a plumbing or heating emergency on Christmas we can provide service for you. Just call us!
Continue ReadingThanksgiving plumbing tips! Don’t throw leftovers down the drain. Use a strainer. Make sure your disposal is working! Eat extra pie. If you have a problem with a clogged sewer or drain call us for help. 717-561-1206.
Continue ReadingAnnual Maintenance Keeps Your Furnace Warranty Active HVAC manufacturers usually require annual maintenance to keep your furnace warranty valid. Not having your furnace maintained regularly by a licensed professional might void the manufacturer’s warranty. If your furnace breaks down and you did not have it regularly serviced by a licensed professional, you may be…
Continue ReadingPlumbing Checklist to prepare for Winter by Bryan Enders As temperatures begin to fall, homeowners should begin to prepare their home for plumbing problems associated with cold weather. To help prepare your home for the cold winter months ahead and to ensure that you don’t experience any unwanted plumbing problems. 1. Disconnect Water Hoses…
Continue ReadingSpecial thanks to Angie’s List and all of our customers who helped make this happen.
Continue ReadingMy thermostat isn’t working! Wiring up the thermostat is usually pretty straightforward if an old one is being replaced. If a thermostat is being put in where one had never been before, that could involve running new wiring. The placement of the thermostat is also important so that its sensors can get an accurate reading…
Continue ReadingEvery year we get multiple calls regarding frozen pipes. Pipes typically will not freeze until the temperature gets below 20 degrees. The best guide we found was through the Red Cross. You can prevent frozen pipes by making sure they are insulated, adding extra heat, and opening up a faucet on the cold side to…
Continue ReadingEnergy savings per SEER rating How much energy does an HVAC system use? At HL Bowman this is a question we get asked every single day. Our friends at Daikin HVAC have made a guide that’s easy to understand. Check out the article Currently PPL and Energy star are offering rebates for air conditioning unit…
Continue ReadingEvery summer we get multiple calls for a frozen air conditioner in the middle of the summer. How is it possible that your air conditioner turns into a block of frozen ice? Listed below are 3 common causes of a frozen air conditioner: A.) Insufficient air flow. Typical causes are clogged filter, blower motor not…
Continue ReadingNot having your air conditioning checked regularly can cause the unit to lose up to 5% efficiency rating. Your air conditioning unit should be tuned up once a year. Just like your car. You wouldn’t go all year without an oil change. Here are some simple tips: Remove any debris or vegetation growing around…
Continue ReadingFurnace repair and Boiler repair help! Here at HL Bowman Inc we try our best to give everyone the best possible customer service. We take pride in being able to fix problems that other HVAC companies might not be able to fix. Even with great service you might not want to call us…
Continue ReadingThere is no better way to keep your gas o furnace or oil boiler working as efficiently and reliably as possible as with routine, professional gas furnace or oil boiler maintenance near Harrisburg Pa. Let a trained member of our staff know if you would like to learn more about the many ways in which…
Continue ReadingOur friends at Angies List talk about how even small water leaks left untreated can cause major damage to your home that can be costly to repair. This is a great article for any home owner who has experienced even the smallest water leak. Angies List Article Bryan Enders Don’t forget to change your air…
Continue ReadingAfter long a day of work some home owners go into a state of panic after discovering no air coming out of there AC ducts. Step one – Take a close look at the thermostat. We get a lot of calls each summer where we show up and the thermostat isn’t turned or programmed…
Continue ReadingAs a home owner you probably worry about unwanted leaks and flooding when it rains. Almost all home owners do including us!!!! Almost all basements will experience water penetration, flooding, or recurrent leaks. Having reoccurring water in your home can lead to some nasty things like mold and mildew. Having a sump pump installed by a HL…
Continue ReadingEach time I go to a big box store I see so many customers wondering around the plumbing isles looking at each toilet wondering which one they should buy. We also also receive hundreds of phone calls a year asking the difference between toilets and which one is best for their individual needs. Delta…
Continue ReadingHL Bowman Earns Esteemed 2014 Angie’s List Super Service Award Award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service HL Bowman has earned the service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award, reflecting an exemplary year of service provided to members of the local services marketplace and consumer review site in 2014. “Only…
Continue ReadingAs the holiday season approaches HL Bowman and Angies List wants to remind what NOT to put down your garbage disposal. Do: Run water when operating garbage disposal Use garbage disposal regularly to avoid rust Cut large items into small items to help your disposal Grind fruit peels to freshen up your disposal. Do Not…
Continue ReadingSometimes plumbing chores are tackled by Dad who needs a little bit of help. Delta was nice enough create a little cheat sheet. Enjoy. Don’t forget to change your filters! Bryan Enders
Continue ReadingAndy Enders at Enders Insurnace wrote a excellent blog about boiler preventative maintenance. Every year when fall comes rolling along we attempt to educate our customers about the importance of preventative maintenance. Reading this blog is a great way to educate yourself. Keeping up with the blog/twitter @EndersInsurance is a great way to educate yourself on…
Continue ReadingDelta has released new technology called FlushIQ. The FlushIQ toilet includes touch technology, leak detection and completely touch free. Most defiantly worth taking a look at it. When your toilet needs repaired, keep this technology in mind. Bryan Enders Don’t forget to change your air filters!
Continue ReadingAt HL Bowman we recommend checking your thermostat regularly. One way to test your thermostat is to place a thermometer next to your thermostat to make sure they both have the same reading. After double checking the temperature reading, raise the thermostat’s temperature a few degrees above the current temperature to make sure…
Continue ReadingInspect your A/C and heating ducts regularly!!! As a home owner you should inspect your ductwork at least once a year. If gaps or seams are found, seal them off immediately by using duct tape. (Every home owner should have a roll around the house at all times!) Using duct tape as a temporary remedy is a great option. …
Continue ReadingSure, it’s nice when your toilet looks pristine and shiny, but that’s not even the number one reason it’s important to keep your toilet bowl clean. Keeping the bowl clean prevents corrosion and clogging. This helps you prevent a problem before it occurs. As a home owner you want to make sure your siphon jets…
Continue ReadingEvery month at HL Bowman plumbing heating and air conditioning, we receive calls from concerned customers regarding indoor air quality. According to the EPA, indoor air quality is often 5x worse than outdoor. One common concern is “Does mold grow in my coil?” The answer is yes and one great way to counter act…
Continue ReadingAt HL Bowman whenever one of our technicians enters your home, you can be re-assured that your technician will never recommend a part to be replaced that doesn’t need to be! As a home owner you might not know that a majority of the HVAC and plumbing companies in the country compensate their technicians with…
Continue ReadingSpring is a great time to get your air conditioning or heat pump checked before the brutally hot days of summer arrive. Potential problems can be diagnosed so that preventive repairs can be completed before summer. You wouldn’t drive your car 100,000 miles without getting it checked. You shouldn’t use your HVAC equipment…
Continue ReadingCongratulations to our President Dennis Enders for being honored with the Patriotic Employer Award! This award recognizes small businesses who hire and support members of America’s National Guard.
Continue ReadingThis is an article I read posted by American Red Cross. During the deep freeze of January 2014, we must have received over 300 calls regarding frozen pipes. While I tried to educate each and every worried home owner, it was very difficult. This is a great article about preventing and dealing with frozen pipes…
Continue ReadingTo reduce repair costs, here are some basic plumbing self-help tips.
Continue ReadingAll year round, your heat pump should run efficiently in order for you to enjoy a comfortable home and reduce energy bills. Here are five tips to help keep your heat pump functioning at top performance in every season.
Continue ReadingJust like your car needs regular service to perform well, so does your home comfort system. Regular preventative maintenance is the best way to ensure trouble-free operation and peak performance year-round.
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