Harts is your trusted local provider for all your plumbing and electrical needs. With 10 years of business experience, our certified team specializes in delivering top-quality residential and commercial solutions in the PNW. From emergency repairs to routine maintenance, we pride ourselves on using the latest technology for efficient diagnostics and repairs, ensuring minimal disruption to your daily life. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making your satisfaction our number one priority. Our company has been serving the local community with dedication and professionalism for over a decade. We specialize in a wide range of services, from intricate electrical installations and repairs to comprehensive plumbing work, including leak detection, pipe repairs, fixture installations, and much more. You can trust Harts Plumbers, Electricians, & HVAC Technicians for professional and friendly service for all your plumbing, electrical, & HVAC projects. Call us today!
"GUY COMES OUT IN HIS FANCY TRUCK LOOKS NEAT AND ALL. GIVES US 2 BIDS, LOW 500, HIGH 800 !!! HE PROCEEDS TO UNCLOG 3 P TRAPS ON BATHROOM SINKS AND TUB. TAKES ABOUT AN HOUR, NEVER BREAKS A SWEAT, NO EQUIPMENT NEEDED. CHARGES US $1300+ [Name Removed]"
WILLIAM S on April 2025
Harts is your trusted local provider for all your plumbing and electrical needs. With 10 years of business experience, our certified team specializes in delivering top-quality residential and commercial solutions in the PNW. From emergency repairs to routine maintenance, we pride ourselves on using the latest technology for efficient diagnostics and repairs, ensuring minimal disruption to your daily life. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making your satisfaction our number one priority. Our company has been serving the local community with dedication and professionalism for over a decade. We specialize in a wide range of services, from intricate electrical installations and repairs to comprehensive plumbing work, including leak detection, pipe repairs, fixture installations, and much more. You can trust Harts Plumbers, Electricians, & HVAC Technicians for professional and friendly service for all your plumbing, electrical, & HVAC projects. Call us today!
"GUY COMES OUT IN HIS FANCY TRUCK LOOKS NEAT AND ALL. GIVES US 2 BIDS, LOW 500, HIGH 800 !!! HE PROCEEDS TO UNCLOG 3 P TRAPS ON BATHROOM SINKS AND TUB. TAKES ABOUT AN HOUR, NEVER BREAKS A SWEAT, NO EQUIPMENT NEEDED. CHARGES US $1300+ [Name Removed]"
WILLIAM S on April 2025
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Tom R on October 2024
Rock Creek Llc 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.
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Tom R on October 2024
Tarkka 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.
"Moved an outdoor faucet. Quick and responsive"
Susan A on June 2025
Tarkka 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.
"Moved an outdoor faucet. Quick and responsive"
Susan A on June 2025
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Lydia R on March 2025
Licensed, Bonded and Insured Let us help you complete your home projects, no matter how big or how small we can get it done. We are a local business out of Centralia WA. Doing all kinds of home improvements and renovations. *Residential & Commercial *Roofing & Siding *Insulation *Bathroom Remodels *Decks and more! We offer reliable, professional, friendly service, with free estimates.
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At Handy Andy's Repair and Remodel, we specialize in providing value to our customers by performing quality repair and remodeling services. We take on all types of projects for both residential and commercial customers and pride ourselves on the quality and efficiency of those services, making your home or business improvements quick and easy! We believe that our customers should be paying for a result they are happy with, not the time it takes the contractor to perform the work they deem only good enough. If you are interested in working with us, please call or text (760) 927-2545 for scheduling. We look forward to serving you!
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"Stayed on schedule. All projects completed. Cleaned up work area. Will use this person again when we have a remodeling project."
Merry Noel M on June 2025
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patti b on June 2025
We are a general contractor that focuses on the customers needs since 2002. Our primary goal is find solutions that fit into the clients time frame and budget. We work on remodels, rental renovations, handy mans services for general maintenance and repairs, drainage and sewer solutions, decking. Emergency Service. Big or small projects welcome. Let us fulfill your desired needs.
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patti b on June 2025
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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.