We take great pride 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. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Great job"
Kenneth G on September 2022
We take great pride 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. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Great job"
Kenneth G on September 2022
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're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!
"Above and beyond! Really great to work with."
Tom L on April 2025
We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!
"Above and beyond! Really great to work with."
Tom L on April 2025
We are a family-oriented company that has been committed to taking care of our team, customers and community since 1993. Our highly trained technicians are focused on providing the right options, to make sure you are focused on providing the right options, to make sure that you are 100% satisfied with every solution we deliver. Our goal is to give you peace of mind in knowing, that it comes to plumbing, heating and air needs - we'll always take care of it, because we are here to take care of you.
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charles g on October 2024
We are a family-oriented company that has been committed to taking care of our team, customers and community since 1993. Our highly trained technicians are focused on providing the right options, to make sure you are focused on providing the right options, to make sure that you are 100% satisfied with every solution we deliver. Our goal is to give you peace of mind in knowing, that it comes to plumbing, heating and air needs - we'll always take care of it, because we are here to take care of you.
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charles g on October 2024
Starving Plumbers has been servicing Marin County for over 3 decades. Over the years, we have built a loyal following of repeat clients and would love the opportunity to earn your business.
"Very professional and efficient all the way through the process. Emergency replacement of the water heater just before a holiday is no fun, but they were above and beyond with the challenge! Fast and excellent value. Professional installation is greatly appreciated!"
Patrick and Margaret R on December 2023
Starving Plumbers has been servicing Marin County for over 3 decades. Over the years, we have built a loyal following of repeat clients and would love the opportunity to earn your business.
"Very professional and efficient all the way through the process. Emergency replacement of the water heater just before a holiday is no fun, but they were above and beyond with the challenge! Fast and excellent value. Professional installation is greatly appreciated!"
Patrick and Margaret R on December 2023
Please see our Special Offers and Promotions, for a limited time only! Welcome to Bragg Home Services. Since 1968 our company has been providing expert plumbing, heating and cooling services to our many satisfied customers in Marin, Napa and Sonoma counties. Our customers especially like our on-time personalized service, expert skills and up-front fair pricing. We take pride in our ability to respond quickly to your plumbing, heating or cooling problems, with most repairs performed the same day and many within hours of the call. Bragg Home Services takes pride in being the most trusted Mitsubishi Diamond Contractor in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties. We provide the highest quality solutions to your heating and cooling needs at the most reasonable price.
"David was super helpful in looking at my Trane furnace and making all of the recommended adjustments. I especially appreciated the timexhextook to assess the health of the heater and suggestions for making some changes to get cleaner air. Also what to expect in the next few years. Bragg has been a reliable partner for my heating and and water heater"
Helen G on May 2025
Please see our Special Offers and Promotions, for a limited time only! Welcome to Bragg Home Services. Since 1968 our company has been providing expert plumbing, heating and cooling services to our many satisfied customers in Marin, Napa and Sonoma counties. Our customers especially like our on-time personalized service, expert skills and up-front fair pricing. We take pride in our ability to respond quickly to your plumbing, heating or cooling problems, with most repairs performed the same day and many within hours of the call. Bragg Home Services takes pride in being the most trusted Mitsubishi Diamond Contractor in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties. We provide the highest quality solutions to your heating and cooling needs at the most reasonable price.
"David was super helpful in looking at my Trane furnace and making all of the recommended adjustments. I especially appreciated the timexhextook to assess the health of the heater and suggestions for making some changes to get cleaner air. Also what to expect in the next few years. Bragg has been a reliable partner for my heating and and water heater"
Helen G on May 2025
An independently operated plumbing company dedicated to providing expert service, lasting solutions, and exceptional care
"Steve did a great job. He was thorough, detailed, and on time."
Nathan C on May 2025
An independently operated plumbing company dedicated to providing expert service, lasting solutions, and exceptional care
"Steve did a great job. He was thorough, detailed, and on time."
Nathan C on May 2025
Award-winning, 5-Star Services in Marin since 2003! Electrical, Plumbing, Generator, and Quiet Cool whole house fan experts! We understand that your homes Electrical and Plumbing Systems are important. We help you stay safe and up to speed with todays modern home needs and we are dedicated to helping you with yours. We are experts in Electric Vehicle Charging, and we stock charging units (Chargepoint and Tesla) for same day installations. We are experts in home standby and portable generators with transfer switches, and we stock this equipment too (Generac, Honda, Champion, Reliance and more. We are experts in Quiet Cool whole house systems too. Give us a call today for instant scheduling of any of our services! Divine Electric and Plumbing is locally owned and operated. We are licensed, insured, and bonded.
"Good service. Nice clean team"
Mathew K on April 2024
Award-winning, 5-Star Services in Marin since 2003! Electrical, Plumbing, Generator, and Quiet Cool whole house fan experts! We understand that your homes Electrical and Plumbing Systems are important. We help you stay safe and up to speed with todays modern home needs and we are dedicated to helping you with yours. We are experts in Electric Vehicle Charging, and we stock charging units (Chargepoint and Tesla) for same day installations. We are experts in home standby and portable generators with transfer switches, and we stock this equipment too (Generac, Honda, Champion, Reliance and more. We are experts in Quiet Cool whole house systems too. Give us a call today for instant scheduling of any of our services! Divine Electric and Plumbing is locally owned and operated. We are licensed, insured, and bonded.
"Good service. Nice clean team"
Mathew K on April 2024
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
For over 56 years Bragg Home Services has specialized in offering residential and light commercial plumbing, heating, and air conditioning services to the residents of Sonoma, Marin, and Napa Counties. At Bragg Home Services we know that our customers expect integrity, excellence, value, and commitment. That’s why at Bragg Home Services we hire only the best people, and use only the best products, offering exceptional value, backed by our lifetime workmanship guarantee. Because at Bragg Home Services, your satisfaction is our number 1 priority.
For over 56 years Bragg Home Services has specialized in offering residential and light commercial plumbing, heating, and air conditioning services to the residents of Sonoma, Marin, and Napa Counties. At Bragg Home Services we know that our customers expect integrity, excellence, value, and commitment. That’s why at Bragg Home Services we hire only the best people, and use only the best products, offering exceptional value, backed by our lifetime workmanship guarantee. Because at Bragg Home Services, your satisfaction is our number 1 priority.
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.