Welcome to Platinum Plumbing! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!
"These people say down with me and work with me until they came up with a plan to make us smile I really appreciate them Charles and Eric being patient and so caring to wait and making sure they didn't leave us with no water running before the holiday. This company really training up people to really care about our situation more than just caring about money they were God sent I pray God bless over them and their family ."
carla j on November 2024
Welcome to Platinum Plumbing! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!
"These people say down with me and work with me until they came up with a plan to make us smile I really appreciate them Charles and Eric being patient and so caring to wait and making sure they didn't leave us with no water running before the holiday. This company really training up people to really care about our situation more than just caring about money they were God sent I pray God bless over them and their family ."
carla j on November 2024
Welcome to Rabb's A Plus Heating & Air & Remodeling. We work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.
"He is a real good guy and by far did a great job!! He cleaned up after the work was done and it was a great value!!"
Chris B on January 2023
Welcome to Rabb's A Plus Heating & Air & Remodeling. We work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.
"He is a real good guy and by far did a great job!! He cleaned up after the work was done and it was a great value!!"
Chris B on January 2023
Z Plumberz is proud to be a locally owned and operated business that serves the North Atlanta community. With years of experience and unmatched expertise, we can help with any and all of your plumbing needs. As we like to say, big or small, we do it all! Since opening our doors we have built our business on providing our customers with prompt service at a fair price. You can count on us to be timely, tidy and when the job is done that you will be 100% satisfied with the work completed. You are our neighbors, we believe in full transparency and will not take shortcuts, giving the same recommendations that we would make in our own homes. Let us show you the Z Plumberz difference, get in touch today!
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David C on January 2024
Z Plumberz is proud to be a locally owned and operated business that serves the North Atlanta community. With years of experience and unmatched expertise, we can help with any and all of your plumbing needs. As we like to say, big or small, we do it all! Since opening our doors we have built our business on providing our customers with prompt service at a fair price. You can count on us to be timely, tidy and when the job is done that you will be 100% satisfied with the work completed. You are our neighbors, we believe in full transparency and will not take shortcuts, giving the same recommendations that we would make in our own homes. Let us show you the Z Plumberz difference, get in touch today!
"Quick thorough great service"
David C on January 2024
Welcome to Bossier Elite Plumbing & Drains, LLC! We are google guaranteed. We are veteran owned and are a full service plumbing company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. We specialize in all maintenance and repairs for residential properties, and no job is too big or too small. We specialize in complex drainage solutions and offer financing. We also specialize in slab leaks and water filtration. Serving the greater Shreveport and Bossier City area, be sure to give us a call today! 99 Percent of all repairs starts with a two year warranty up to a 12 year warranty. Over 30 years experience. We offer solutions for every budget with no hidden fees and upfront prices!
"Derrick and his crew are superb! Friendly honest professionals who handled my water heater issue. No charge to come diagnose problems! Offered in house financing and got us hot water in just a few short hours with only my wife present at the time. Couldn't ask for better!"
Eric Y on November 2024
Welcome to Bossier Elite Plumbing & Drains, LLC! We are google guaranteed. We are veteran owned and are a full service plumbing company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. We specialize in all maintenance and repairs for residential properties, and no job is too big or too small. We specialize in complex drainage solutions and offer financing. We also specialize in slab leaks and water filtration. Serving the greater Shreveport and Bossier City area, be sure to give us a call today! 99 Percent of all repairs starts with a two year warranty up to a 12 year warranty. Over 30 years experience. We offer solutions for every budget with no hidden fees and upfront prices!
"Derrick and his crew are superb! Friendly honest professionals who handled my water heater issue. No charge to come diagnose problems! Offered in house financing and got us hot water in just a few short hours with only my wife present at the time. Couldn't ask for better!"
Eric Y on November 2024
Inspiration to Installation: Remodels in as Little as One Day FREE Estimates. We Provide Quality Bathroom Remodeling to Enhance Style and Functionality Tubbs by Grubbs has been providing comprehensive bathroom remodeling services for residential customers for over 10 years. Get the style, functionality, and quality you deserve out of your bathroom with our expert bathroom remodeling services, including replacement bathtubs, replacement showers, tub/shower conversions, and walk-in tubs. We also carry a full line of bathroom accessories. We offer military and senior discounts and free estimates
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Charm B on May 2025
Inspiration to Installation: Remodels in as Little as One Day FREE Estimates. We Provide Quality Bathroom Remodeling to Enhance Style and Functionality Tubbs by Grubbs has been providing comprehensive bathroom remodeling services for residential customers for over 10 years. Get the style, functionality, and quality you deserve out of your bathroom with our expert bathroom remodeling services, including replacement bathtubs, replacement showers, tub/shower conversions, and walk-in tubs. We also carry a full line of bathroom accessories. We offer military and senior discounts and free estimates
"I called in requested a recaulk on my shower they installed back in 2016. Office was very friendly and quick to get me a service ticket out to the repair man! They had him out two days later!! He did a great job and was very friendly! I’ve had no issues with my shower and i love it! And incredibly Thankyou they offer upkeep service like the recaulking to keep it looking beautiful!!!"
Charm B on May 2025
Shreveport-Bossier Plumber - 24/7 Emergency Plumber Service We’re not your typical plumbing company. With us, you can get a FREE plumbing inspection coupled with expert recommendations, ensuring your home runs smoothly. Plus, say goodbye to upfront costs and enjoy FREE water testing on us. We stand behind our work with confidence, offering a remarkable 6-year parts and labor warranty with the purchase of a Rheem water heater, and an outstanding 10-year parts and labor warranty for Titan water heaters. Experience the elite difference with Bossier Elite Plumbing & Drains today! Call us at (318) 706-6955 for a free estimate. LMP#6821
"These guys called me gave a good price then once they seen my pipe was filled with roots and needed to be replaced they gave me a quote that I couldn’t say no to"
Shilo S on January 2025
Shreveport-Bossier Plumber - 24/7 Emergency Plumber Service We’re not your typical plumbing company. With us, you can get a FREE plumbing inspection coupled with expert recommendations, ensuring your home runs smoothly. Plus, say goodbye to upfront costs and enjoy FREE water testing on us. We stand behind our work with confidence, offering a remarkable 6-year parts and labor warranty with the purchase of a Rheem water heater, and an outstanding 10-year parts and labor warranty for Titan water heaters. Experience the elite difference with Bossier Elite Plumbing & Drains today! Call us at (318) 706-6955 for a free estimate. LMP#6821
"These guys called me gave a good price then once they seen my pipe was filled with roots and needed to be replaced they gave me a quote that I couldn’t say no to"
Shilo S on January 2025
North-West Louisiana Contractors LLC delivers High-Quality Remodeling, Painting and Carpentry Services with over 55 years of Experience throughout the North West Louisiana area. As a General Remodleing Contractor, we combine the industry's best materials with our passion for detail to exceed your expectations. We offer a wide range of services to meet your residential and commercial needs. Big job or small, we have you covered We are committed to delivering Quality craftmanship, with honest and reliable customer service that stands above the rest and is second to none. Call us TODAY for a free estimate! Our team is ready to help you!
"The crew was very polite and knowledgeable. Easy to talk to."
Christopher H on April 2022
North-West Louisiana Contractors LLC delivers High-Quality Remodeling, Painting and Carpentry Services with over 55 years of Experience throughout the North West Louisiana area. As a General Remodleing Contractor, we combine the industry's best materials with our passion for detail to exceed your expectations. We offer a wide range of services to meet your residential and commercial needs. Big job or small, we have you covered We are committed to delivering Quality craftmanship, with honest and reliable customer service that stands above the rest and is second to none. Call us TODAY for a free estimate! Our team is ready to help you!
"The crew was very polite and knowledgeable. Easy to talk to."
Christopher H on April 2022
Custom Exteriors LLC provides a wide variety of interior and exterior renovation services in Shreveport, LA and surrounding areas. With experience since 2006, you can trust us to replace your flooring, counter tops, drafty windows, sagging roof or cracked siding in no time. We use top-quality materials manufactured by James Hardie, TAMKO, Window Mart and Senox.
"Jonathan and his team were very professional and the work was done well. I will be hiring him again for out outdoor patio remodel next!"
Nicole J on March 2024
Custom Exteriors LLC provides a wide variety of interior and exterior renovation services in Shreveport, LA and surrounding areas. With experience since 2006, you can trust us to replace your flooring, counter tops, drafty windows, sagging roof or cracked siding in no time. We use top-quality materials manufactured by James Hardie, TAMKO, Window Mart and Senox.
"Jonathan and his team were very professional and the work was done well. I will be hiring him again for out outdoor patio remodel next!"
Nicole J on March 2024
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Virtually diagnose and/or repair your appliances and HVAC units today without anyone stepping foot inside your home! Starting at $45 you can take control of your home appliance repairs via video chat with a certified technician when it’s convenient for you. Make an appointment today on our website. Neli's certified technicians will work with you to conduct either a diagnosis to find out what's wrong or a repair. You will use Neli’s advanced video chat technology during your appointment. Schedule your appointment today at nelihome.com or call us at 833-876-0900!
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Blake's Construction Llc * Residential & Commercial Remodeling * Quality Workmanship * We accept all major credit cards * 10% Senior Discount
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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.