Caswell and Sons Contracting, LLC has become a staple of professionalism and quality work in our community for years. With decades of experience, there is no job too large or small for our crew. Call today to schedule an appointment!
"Kevin and his crew Installed a utility sink in my basement. He was very professional and neat and a pleasure to deal with."
Lisa M on October 2021
Caswell and Sons Contracting, LLC has become a staple of professionalism and quality work in our community for years. With decades of experience, there is no job too large or small for our crew. Call today to schedule an appointment!
"Kevin and his crew Installed a utility sink in my basement. He was very professional and neat and a pleasure to deal with."
Lisa M on October 2021
At Drainworks Plumbing & Septic, LLC, 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 start to 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.
"Excellent communication - quick response"
Michael B on April 2025
At Drainworks Plumbing & Septic, LLC, 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 start to 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.
"Excellent communication - quick response"
Michael B on April 2025
Spiros Plumbing and Heating is your trusted partner for high-quality plumbing and heating solutions in CT. Our experienced and certified team is dedicated to delivering reliable, efficient, and cost-effective services to homeowners and businesses alike. We specialize in a wide range of services, including plumbing repairs, water heater installations, boiler maintenance, drain cleaning, pipe replacements, and comprehensive heating system solutions. Whether youre dealing with an emergency or planning an upgrade, our expert team is available 24/7 to ensure your comfort and peace of mind. At Spiros Plumbing and Heating, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, transparent pricing, and outstanding customer service. We use the latest technology and industry best practices to diagnose and solve plumbing and heating issues efficiently, saving you time and money.
"They arrived at the estimated time and had the toilet running in 30 minutes. They also needed to leave to pick up a valve to replace the existing one, but came back the same night to finish it."
Wendell B on May 2025
Spiros Plumbing and Heating is your trusted partner for high-quality plumbing and heating solutions in CT. Our experienced and certified team is dedicated to delivering reliable, efficient, and cost-effective services to homeowners and businesses alike. We specialize in a wide range of services, including plumbing repairs, water heater installations, boiler maintenance, drain cleaning, pipe replacements, and comprehensive heating system solutions. Whether youre dealing with an emergency or planning an upgrade, our expert team is available 24/7 to ensure your comfort and peace of mind. At Spiros Plumbing and Heating, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, transparent pricing, and outstanding customer service. We use the latest technology and industry best practices to diagnose and solve plumbing and heating issues efficiently, saving you time and money.
"They arrived at the estimated time and had the toilet running in 30 minutes. They also needed to leave to pick up a valve to replace the existing one, but came back the same night to finish it."
Wendell B on May 2025
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing, bathroom, window and door projects. 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 guarantee your satisfaction!
"Quick, one day service, cleaned up after, friendly they even double checked with us before installing safety handles and shelves to make sure they were exactly where we wanted them."
Shelley A on March 2025
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing, bathroom, window and door projects. 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 guarantee your satisfaction!
"Quick, one day service, cleaned up after, friendly they even double checked with us before installing safety handles and shelves to make sure they were exactly where we wanted them."
Shelley A on March 2025
Home remodeling company specializing in Bathrooms and Kitchens.
"I love my new walk-in shower!!!! The team of people who met with me and did my shower installation were very professional and pleasant to work with. I have recommended Imagine Remodel to all of my family members and I would definitely use them again. Plus the price was HALF of what some bigger big box companies were trying to sell me on even though they offered the same product. I'm very impressed!!"
Jackie O on June 2024
Home remodeling company specializing in Bathrooms and Kitchens.
"I love my new walk-in shower!!!! The team of people who met with me and did my shower installation were very professional and pleasant to work with. I have recommended Imagine Remodel to all of my family members and I would definitely use them again. Plus the price was HALF of what some bigger big box companies were trying to sell me on even though they offered the same product. I'm very impressed!!"
Jackie O on June 2024
When quality is your priority Cowan Family Plumbing is here for you! We offer high quality residential plumbing and heating services such as: Plumbing, Heating, Well Pumps & Tanks, Water Conditioning, Water Heaters, and more. We are fully licensed and insured, and offer high quality work at competitive pricing allowing our customers to choose the service option that best fits their budget. At Cowan Family Plumbing we want you to feel like family!
"Absolutely fantastic service! Jake is not only an incredibly skilled plumber but also extremely hardworking and professional. I highly recommend Cowan Family plumbing!"
Daphney M on January 2025
When quality is your priority Cowan Family Plumbing is here for you! We offer high quality residential plumbing and heating services such as: Plumbing, Heating, Well Pumps & Tanks, Water Conditioning, Water Heaters, and more. We are fully licensed and insured, and offer high quality work at competitive pricing allowing our customers to choose the service option that best fits their budget. At Cowan Family Plumbing we want you to feel like family!
"Absolutely fantastic service! Jake is not only an incredibly skilled plumber but also extremely hardworking and professional. I highly recommend Cowan Family plumbing!"
Daphney M on January 2025
With over 15 years of experience, JCS Remodeling is a family owned and operated Rhode Island based home improvement company serving Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts. At JCS Remodeling our mission is to maintain the highest level of professionalism, integrity and fairness with our suppliers, subcontractors and customers. Our entire team is committed to meeting your needs and exceeding your expectations. Whether it needs a minor update or a major transformation, JCS Remodeling has you covered every step of the way.
"Jcs remodeling did a fantastic job on my bathroom I love their work.they worked really hard to bring out my vision and they exceeded all of my expectations. I will definitely recommend jcs remodeling for any home remodeling and will be using them for future projects."
Darshay W on April 2021
With over 15 years of experience, JCS Remodeling is a family owned and operated Rhode Island based home improvement company serving Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts. At JCS Remodeling our mission is to maintain the highest level of professionalism, integrity and fairness with our suppliers, subcontractors and customers. Our entire team is committed to meeting your needs and exceeding your expectations. Whether it needs a minor update or a major transformation, JCS Remodeling has you covered every step of the way.
"Jcs remodeling did a fantastic job on my bathroom I love their work.they worked really hard to bring out my vision and they exceeded all of my expectations. I will definitely recommend jcs remodeling for any home remodeling and will be using them for future projects."
Darshay W on April 2021
At CT Home Remodeling LLC, we specialize in comprehensive interior and exterior renovations that transform homes into beautiful, functional, and modern spaces. Whether you're looking to update your kitchen and bathrooms, enhance your living areas, or completely revamp your home’s exterior, our expert team delivers high-quality craftsmanship and innovative design solutions tailored to your needs.
At CT Home Remodeling LLC, we specialize in comprehensive interior and exterior renovations that transform homes into beautiful, functional, and modern spaces. Whether you're looking to update your kitchen and bathrooms, enhance your living areas, or completely revamp your home’s exterior, our expert team delivers high-quality craftsmanship and innovative design solutions tailored to your needs.
Family owned and operated home improvement company, with a very simple mission: provide quality home improvement services at affordable prices. We truly care for our customers! We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, siding, roofing, gutters, and more! Call today for a free consultation.
"3 Son’s Siding & Gutters LLC did my roof about four months ago.They came and gave me a price that was more than fair…3 Son’s were very professional,work very safely.They stripped two layers, found that they had to get plywood and replace the whole roof, it was a bit more but they did the plywood, re-shingled the roof in the one day.i was very impressed with the way all the workers did what needed to be done. The job was done in a day and a half,all the mess was picked up went around the house with magnets picking up all the nails.All I can say I believe they are very professional, very concerned about how my property was left I think it was cleaner than when they started.Very good crew did a great job couldn’t be any happier. Great crew very professional!!!! Thanks for all your hard work.Al Couture Southwick Mass."
Alan C on April 2025
Family owned and operated home improvement company, with a very simple mission: provide quality home improvement services at affordable prices. We truly care for our customers! We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, siding, roofing, gutters, and more! Call today for a free consultation.
"3 Son’s Siding & Gutters LLC did my roof about four months ago.They came and gave me a price that was more than fair…3 Son’s were very professional,work very safely.They stripped two layers, found that they had to get plywood and replace the whole roof, it was a bit more but they did the plywood, re-shingled the roof in the one day.i was very impressed with the way all the workers did what needed to be done. The job was done in a day and a half,all the mess was picked up went around the house with magnets picking up all the nails.All I can say I believe they are very professional, very concerned about how my property was left I think it was cleaner than when they started.Very good crew did a great job couldn’t be any happier. Great crew very professional!!!! Thanks for all your hard work.Al Couture Southwick Mass."
Alan C on April 2025
All Carpentry and Acoustical needs. Providing quality fine finish carpentry and drop ceilings since the early 2000's with many other services available. No job too big or small.We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"The work was done timely and beautifully. Kevin is a joy to be around and easy to communicate with. He’s conducts his business with integrity and thoughtfulness. He genuinely cares about people. I’d highly recommend him."
Scott A on February 2025
All Carpentry and Acoustical needs. Providing quality fine finish carpentry and drop ceilings since the early 2000's with many other services available. No job too big or small.We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"The work was done timely and beautifully. Kevin is a joy to be around and easy to communicate with. He’s conducts his business with integrity and thoughtfulness. He genuinely cares about people. I’d highly recommend him."
Scott A on February 2025
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.