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Learn more about ways to save on your energy bills. Our home improvement articles contain topics on plumbing, heating, air conditioning and home performance.

The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide

The technicians here at Summers & Zim’s take carbon monoxide very seriously. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that may take place in many types of heating systems that exist in our homes.  When not properly maintained, your furnaces, boilers and some water heaters can begin to leak this gas into the surrounding rooms […]

Technician Spotlight: Geoff Hurley

Technician Spotlight: Geoff Hurley

As we approach the heating season, would like to take the opportunity to share with you one of our top service technicians in the HVAC field: our own Geoff Hurley. Geoff has worked at Summers & Zim’s for the past 30+ years, delivering quality workmanship and excellent customer service in every home he visits.  In […]

3 Ways to Save Money on Costly Repairs

On the hottest days of the summer, Service Membership customers at Summers & Zim’s can rest easy. First, your equipment is inspected by our certified professionals using a 42-point checklist during your annual maintenance visit.

Your Summer Vacation Checklist

Next weekend is Memorial Day and the start of the summer vacation season. If you’re going away for a long weekend, or in planning any vacation this summer, be sure the plumbing and AC in your home is prepared for your vacation too.

Spring Pollen Can Get Into Your House

We’re all happy to see trees in bud or blooming after the long winter. But with those buds and blooms comes the spring pollen season. For many people this is the start of a variety of allergies and increased breathing problems, sneezing, and watery eyes.

It’s Time to Schedule Your AC Service

The recent summer-like weather is a great reminder that now is the time to get the annual service done on your air conditioning system. Without a service to keep it in top condition, your AC could lose 5% or more of its cooling efficiency when you turn it on.

Aeroseal® Reduces Your Energy Costs up to 30%

If you want to see a big improvement in preventing loss of hot air in cool months and air conditioned air in warm months through leaks in your ducts, the new Aeroseal duct sealing process can do that for you. This is the most effective, affordable, and reliable method available for stopping air duct leaks.

Why Choose Summers & Zim’s for Your Home Services

When it comes to safeguarding your home’s comfort, Summers & Zim’s stands as your trusted partner in Chester County and beyond. Why entrust us with your residential plumbing, heating, and air conditioning needs? With a legacy spanning over 80 years, we’re not just experts; we’re your neighbors, deeply invested in our community’s wellbeing. Our team embodies a friendly and professional spirit, backed by a wealth of experience that’s recognized through prestigious certifications, including the Master Plumbing License, North American Technician Excellence, Inc., and the Environmental Protection Agency.

Our holistic approach to home services extends beyond mere repairs and installations. We believe in creating lasting relationships with our customers, delivering not only exceptional service but also tailored solutions that fit your unique home environment. It’s this dedication that has earned us the trust of families across Lancaster, Delaware, and Chester Counties.

We take pride in our work, and it shows in our commitment to excellence, reflected in our exclusive 5 Point Guarantee. This is our promise to you – consistent quality and satisfaction in every job we undertake, whether it’s ensuring your faucets don’t drip, your heating system keeps you cozy through winter, or your air conditioning offers respite from the summer heat. Choose Summers & Zim’s, where your home’s functionality and comfort are in capable hands.

5-Point Guarantee

  • Design Guarantee

    At Summers & Zim’s, we’re committed to excellence in every repair and installation we undertake. Our Design Guarantee ensures that the work we do not only meets but exceeds your expectations. Whether it’s a complex HVAC installation or a routine plumbing fix, we promise that it will function exactly as intended. If, for any reason, you feel that the results aren’t what you were expecting, our team is prepared to make necessary adjustments or replacements, completely free of charge. We’re not satisfied until you are, ensuring your home’s systems are both efficient and reliable.

  • No Lemons Guarantee

    We understand the frustration of a new plumbing fixture failing to perform as expected. With our No Lemons Guarantee, you have our assurance of quality and reliability. If any plumbing fixture we’ve installed in your home shows signs of malfunction or unreliability, rest assured, we will replace it with a new one at no additional cost. This guarantee is our promise of quality and your peace of mind, ensuring that your plumbing investments are secure and reliable.

  • $500 No Frustration Guarantee

    Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we stand firmly behind the quality of our plumbing installations. With our $500 No Frustration Guarantee, we take our commitment to a higher level. If any new plumbing installation we provide doesn’t perform as promised or expected within the first two years, we acknowledge the inconvenience it causes. To make it right, we will compensate you with $500. This guarantee underscores our dedication to providing services that not only meet but exceed your expectations.

  • Home Protection Guarantee

    At Summers & Zim’s, we treat your home with the utmost care and respect. Our Home Protection Guarantee ensures that in the unlikely event our team accidentally causes any damage to your home during our service, we will bear the cost of all necessary repairs or replacements. We strive to work meticulously, but should any mishaps occur, you can have peace of mind knowing that we will take full responsibility to restore your home to its original condition, or better.

  • 100% Money Back Guarantee

    Your trust in our system installations is valued, and we aim to deliver solutions that perfectly match your needs and expectations. Our 100% Money Back Guarantee is a testament to this commitment. If you find that a new system installation by Summers & Zim’s does not fulfill your requirements or live up to your expectations, we will not only remove the installation but also return every penny of your investment. This guarantee is our way of ensuring that your investment in your home’s systems is completely risk-free.

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