Pottstown, PA

Pottstown can trace its history back to Pennsylvania’s founding. In fact, it’s part of the original tract that the British Crown deeded to William Penn during the Colonial Era. Originally known as Pottsgrove, the young town was an early center for Pennsylvania’s critical iron industry. By the mid-19th century, it was home to an impressive array of blast furnaces and support facilities. Pottstown’s forges supplied some of the 19th and 20th centuries’ biggest building projects, including the Panama Canal. After a long period of deindustrialization, Pottstown has been reborn as a bedroom community for Philadelphia and suburban Montgomery County.

Pottstown is located in the northwestern corner of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It’s about 30 miles by car from Philadelphia and boasts effortless transportation connections to the rest of Pennsylvania via I-476, I-276 and I-76. The city is characterized by gently rolling terrain, ample tree cover and a densely packed historic core. However, there’s a significant amount of open space and protected land on its fringes.

Pottstown has a population of about 22,000. This figure has wavered a bit in recent years due to tough economic conditions and the appeal of more affordable housing in the surrounding communities. Pottstown is home to a cross-section of people, including young homeowners who commute to Philadelphia for work and empty-nesters whose children have moved to Philadelphia, New York or other major Northeastern cities. Families with school-age children are well-represented here as well.

Pottstown has a rich supply of historical and contemporary attractions. The Grubb Mansion and Henry Antes House both showcase authentic colonial architecture. The Pottstown Roller Mill is among the Northeast’s best-preserved examples of early-Industrial Revolution manufacturing capabilities. Old Pottstown and High Street effortlessly mix historical architecture with modern-day window shopping and dining opportunities. For outdoorsy types, the trails along the Schuylkill River offer endless recreation opportunities. Other local parks include Manatawny Park and French Creek State Park.

Pottstown has as continental climate that’s characterized by cold winters and hot summers. Snow is possible from late November through early April and can occasionally be quite heavy. Temperatures occasionally reach 100 degrees during the summer months and may be accompanied by oppressive humidity. During the transitional seasons, windstorms and thunderstorms are quite common. Precipitation occurs regularly throughout the year, supporting a seven-to-eight-month growing season.

For years, New Age Air has provided responsive, on-demand air conditioner and furnace repair for Pottstown’s residents and business owners. The company’s NATE-certified, Pennsylvania-licensed technicians are capable of handling a wide range of repair and maintenance needs, including duct cleanings, energy-efficiency audits, equipment replacements and installation jobs. They’re proud to follow Energy Star guidelines during all installations in an effort to reduce long-term ownership costs. What’s more, New Age offers 24/7 emergency service and annual maintenance agreements that provide much-needed peace of mind and reduce costs even further.

As a factory-authorized dealer of Carrier systems and equipment, New Age has an HVAC solution for virtually every Pottstown resident or business owner. The company offers access to cutting-edge products, including central air conditioning units, heat pumps, boilers, conventional and geothermal water heaters, gas and oil furnaces, indoor air quality equipment and more. With New Age, Pottstown enjoys year-round comfort.