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Water heater installers and replacers in Alamo
Pedro Galvan Ramirez Plumbing, Inc., is the premier plumbing contractor in the Richmond Area. We finish every job to the customer's standards. Call today for a free quote!
"Pedro is professional, patient and prompt. His skill level is top notch. I'd rehire him in a second."
Rolanda B on December 2018
Pedro Galvan Ramirez Plumbing, Inc., is the premier plumbing contractor in the Richmond Area. We finish every job to the customer's standards. Call today for a free quote!
"Pedro is professional, patient and prompt. His skill level is top notch. I'd rehire him in a second."
Rolanda B on December 2018
We are 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 baasis of our business
"Helped me right away. Did not have to wait all day."
Julie H on September 2023
We are 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 baasis of our business
"Helped me right away. Did not have to wait all day."
Julie H on September 2023
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!
"I had a great experience with them. They did a tankless water heater for a fair price and helped install new water lines for my espresso machine in my cafe. Would recommend to anyone who needs the job done right!"
Alex H on October 2023
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!
"I had a great experience with them. They did a tankless water heater for a fair price and helped install new water lines for my espresso machine in my cafe. Would recommend to anyone who needs the job done right!"
Alex H on October 2023
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Service with courtesy and professional."
Eugenio C on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Service with courtesy and professional."
Eugenio C on April 2025
At Premier Plumbing Solutions, we have over 25 years experience and we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"His customer service was excellent and I will be using him for all my future plumbing needs. He even came back a couple days later at no charge when the water was not heating properly."
Gregory W on May 2025
At Premier Plumbing Solutions, we have over 25 years experience and we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"His customer service was excellent and I will be using him for all my future plumbing needs. He even came back a couple days later at no charge when the water was not heating properly."
Gregory W on May 2025
Over thirty years and growing strong. Mr. Rooter Plumbing is one of the largest and fastest growing full service plumbing and drain cleaning companies in the world. With more than 300 global locations, the Mr. Rooter organization services the plumbing and drain cleaning needs of thousands of customers each day. Of utmost importance to each of those service calls is Mr. Rooter�s mission of providing professional plumbing services with excellent workmanship and attention to detail, always striving to exceed the expectations of each customer. We accomplish our mission through a unique system whereby locally owned and independently operated Mr. Rooter franchises deliver our services using the Mr. Rooter name.
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Kate B on May 2025
Over thirty years and growing strong. Mr. Rooter Plumbing is one of the largest and fastest growing full service plumbing and drain cleaning companies in the world. With more than 300 global locations, the Mr. Rooter organization services the plumbing and drain cleaning needs of thousands of customers each day. Of utmost importance to each of those service calls is Mr. Rooter�s mission of providing professional plumbing services with excellent workmanship and attention to detail, always striving to exceed the expectations of each customer. We accomplish our mission through a unique system whereby locally owned and independently operated Mr. Rooter franchises deliver our services using the Mr. Rooter name.
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Kate B on May 2025
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.
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Justin C on March 2025
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.
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Justin C on March 2025
Oak Plumbing 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. Our customer's safety is extremely important, which is why all of our technicians are fully trained, background checked, and drug tested.
"Malik was very punctual, polite and went into detail about the work, what it will require and estimate time on how long the job will take. I am happy with the work and for sure hired Oak Plumbing for any future work, highly recommended them."
Marco G on April 2025
Oak Plumbing 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. Our customer's safety is extremely important, which is why all of our technicians are fully trained, background checked, and drug tested.
"Malik was very punctual, polite and went into detail about the work, what it will require and estimate time on how long the job will take. I am happy with the work and for sure hired Oak Plumbing for any future work, highly recommended them."
Marco G on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Camilo and Luis are fantastic plumbers. I manage several vintage apartment properties and always use Camilo and Luis at Pinnacle Plumbing for our routine jobs such as faucet repair and replacements, clogged bathroom/kitchen drains, water heater and gas wall heater replacement. One of the biggest jobs that we had to do was a complete sewer pipe replacement underground of our large vintage Victorian building. This involved excavating through the foundation and under the sidewalks to repair and replace sewer pipes that connect to the City sewage laterals. Luis and Camilo did a wonderful job of not only making the replacements and repairs, but we’re very empathetic to not disturb the tenants, with a focus on safety and good customer experience. They coordinated the entire large project from getting the permits to supervising the other subcontractors who had to excavate through concrete and also replace the concrete upon the jobs conclusion. You’ll be in good hands with Pinnacle! 👍🏼"
Ted W on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Camilo and Luis are fantastic plumbers. I manage several vintage apartment properties and always use Camilo and Luis at Pinnacle Plumbing for our routine jobs such as faucet repair and replacements, clogged bathroom/kitchen drains, water heater and gas wall heater replacement. One of the biggest jobs that we had to do was a complete sewer pipe replacement underground of our large vintage Victorian building. This involved excavating through the foundation and under the sidewalks to repair and replace sewer pipes that connect to the City sewage laterals. Luis and Camilo did a wonderful job of not only making the replacements and repairs, but we’re very empathetic to not disturb the tenants, with a focus on safety and good customer experience. They coordinated the entire large project from getting the permits to supervising the other subcontractors who had to excavate through concrete and also replace the concrete upon the jobs conclusion. You’ll be in good hands with Pinnacle! 👍🏼"
Ted W on May 2025
We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you
"I hired this contractor for a major plumbing job, including fixing a slab leak, concrete replacement, and installing new hot and cold water piping. The work was completed promptly and with excellent results. The contractor's professionalism, engineering background, and clear communication were truly impressive. Highly recommended!"
Sergey G on February 2025
We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you
"I hired this contractor for a major plumbing job, including fixing a slab leak, concrete replacement, and installing new hot and cold water piping. The work was completed promptly and with excellent results. The contractor's professionalism, engineering background, and clear communication were truly impressive. Highly recommended!"
Sergey G on February 2025
Water heater installations and replacements FAQs
You'll need an expansion tank if your home has a closed water system, which is standard in newer homes or those with backflow preventers or pressure regulators. Expanding hot water has nowhere to go in closed systems, creating potentially damaging pressure. The expansion tank provides space for this expanded water, protecting your plumbing system and water heater from premature failure. Many local building codes now require expansion tanks, and some water heater warranties may be voided without one.
For a standard 50-gallon water heater, a two-gallon expansion tank is sufficient. This sizing assumes normal household water pressure between 40 and 60 psi. If your home has higher water pressure (60 to 80 psi), consider upgrading to a slightly larger tank for added protection. The expansion tank's purpose is to accommodate the increased volume that occurs when cold water heats up, which is proportional to your water heater's capacity.
Watch for signs like dripping water around the tank, fluctuating water pressure throughout your home, or unusual noises in your plumbing system. A properly functioning expansion tank should feel light when tapped on the bottom—if it feels heavy or waterlogged, the internal bladder has likely failed. Other indicators include frequent triggering of your temperature and pressure relief valve, visible corrosion on the tank, or unexplained increases in your water bill, suggesting hidden leaks.
Most expansion tanks have a service life of five to 10 years, though some may last up to 12 years or more with proper maintenance. Factors affecting lifespan include water quality, system pressure, installation quality, and tank construction. Hard water areas often see shorter lifespans due to mineral buildup. Regular maintenance checks can help identify potential issues before complete failure. When your water heater is due for replacement, it's wise to replace the expansion tank simultaneously, even if it hasn't failed yet.
A 30-gallon water heater needs an expansion tank if your home has a closed plumbing system. The need for an expansion tank is determined by your plumbing system type rather than water heater size. Even smaller water heaters create thermal expansion when heating water. If your home has a backflow preventer, pressure regulator, or check valve on the main water line, you have a closed system that requires an expansion tank. Check your local plumbing codes, as many jurisdictions now mandate expansion tanks regardless of water heater size.
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- Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear
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