T&T PLUMBING 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
T&T PLUMBING 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
Were 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're involved with. We're 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.
"We were very happy with Eckhart Plumbing! They went above and beyond to find a uniquely sized water heater for our very unique space, and they did it quickly, with great care, and under budget! 10/10 will call again for future plumbing needs."
Paige J on December 2024
Were 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're involved with. We're 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.
"We were very happy with Eckhart Plumbing! They went above and beyond to find a uniquely sized water heater for our very unique space, and they did it quickly, with great care, and under budget! 10/10 will call again for future plumbing needs."
Paige J on December 2024
Henco Plumbing Services proudly serves its customers with care, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. Give us a call today! WA Plumbing: HENCOP*7829O ∣ WA GC: HENCOP*782RO ∣ OR Plumbing: PD2795 ∣ OR GC: C1761 ∣ OR CCB: 240516
"Great company to work with. Cody was Efficient, on time, explained the repairs and the cost and got right to work. Done in less than an hour. Highly recommend"
Jenny M on June 2025
Henco Plumbing Services proudly serves its customers with care, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. Give us a call today! WA Plumbing: HENCOP*7829O ∣ WA GC: HENCOP*782RO ∣ OR Plumbing: PD2795 ∣ OR GC: C1761 ∣ OR CCB: 240516
"Great company to work with. Cody was Efficient, on time, explained the repairs and the cost and got right to work. Done in less than an hour. Highly recommend"
Jenny M on June 2025
John's Waterproofing Co. 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 businesss.
"John’s was quick to respond and were able to get us on the schedule quickly. They communicated effectively and did quality work. I will work with John’s again."
Matt H on October 2022
John's Waterproofing Co. 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 businesss.
"John’s was quick to respond and were able to get us on the schedule quickly. They communicated effectively and did quality work. I will work with John’s again."
Matt H on October 2022
Evergreen Plumbing and Mechanical provides full service whenever our crew comes out to a customer’s home. Being family-owned and operated for the last 20 years, dependable and prompt service our customers can count on is the Evergreen way.
"Camerron was awesome and did great work. Everyone we worked with was friendly and helpful"
Alex S on March 2025
Evergreen Plumbing and Mechanical provides full service whenever our crew comes out to a customer’s home. Being family-owned and operated for the last 20 years, dependable and prompt service our customers can count on is the Evergreen way.
"Camerron was awesome and did great work. Everyone we worked with was friendly and helpful"
Alex S on March 2025
Swell Construction LLC offers fast, friendly and courteous service. We use only the best products and are always eager to answer your questions and concerns. We have built our reputation on our commitment to providing quality service, which has earned us an impressive reputation with many valuable customers. We take pride in delivering value through top quality, dependable work with excellent price and reliable, honest service.
"They arrived early, very personable, professional. They completed my repair in a timely manner. Great communication, and responded quickly."
Christopher B on December 2024
Swell Construction LLC offers fast, friendly and courteous service. We use only the best products and are always eager to answer your questions and concerns. We have built our reputation on our commitment to providing quality service, which has earned us an impressive reputation with many valuable customers. We take pride in delivering value through top quality, dependable work with excellent price and reliable, honest service.
"They arrived early, very personable, professional. They completed my repair in a timely manner. Great communication, and responded quickly."
Christopher B on December 2024
Shiloh Water Systems is a family business specializing in residential and water systems and water filtration company with over 40 years’ experience specializing in well and water system design, service and installation of pumps, pressure tanks, storage systems, water treatment and filtration systems, including drinking water systems. We provide 24/7 emergency service and are committed to providing innovative products and exceptional customer service at a competitive price. Shiloh Water Systems is the authorized independent Kinetico dealer for the Willamette Valley. CCB# 164951
"Great price, professional service, great communication and education and wonderful company. Would recommend all day long!"
Breanne W on April 2024
Shiloh Water Systems is a family business specializing in residential and water systems and water filtration company with over 40 years’ experience specializing in well and water system design, service and installation of pumps, pressure tanks, storage systems, water treatment and filtration systems, including drinking water systems. We provide 24/7 emergency service and are committed to providing innovative products and exceptional customer service at a competitive price. Shiloh Water Systems is the authorized independent Kinetico dealer for the Willamette Valley. CCB# 164951
"Great price, professional service, great communication and education and wonderful company. Would recommend all day long!"
Breanne W on April 2024
Since 1976, Roth Home has been committed to one thing: providing the very best heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical, and drain services in the greater Portland area, coupled with truly outstanding customer care. Throughout the decades, we’ve been helping residential and commercial customers throughout the region achieve the comfort and safety they need. The Roth team goes above and beyond for every customer, offering custom solutions and fast, honest repairs when you need them most. We’re even available for 24/7 emergency services! As a full-service heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical company in Portland and serving the entire region, Roth Home has what it takes to tackle any home service problem. From new water heater installation to furnace repairs to AC replacement, drain cleaning, whole home repiping, electrical panel upgrades, new lighting installation, and more, we can help ensure that your home or business is in tip-top shape. With Roth, one call does it all! Find out more about our comprehensive range of services, or request your appointment today when you call our friendly and professional team!
"They were excellent! They came out quick and fixed it the same day!"
Heather H on April 2025
Since 1976, Roth Home has been committed to one thing: providing the very best heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical, and drain services in the greater Portland area, coupled with truly outstanding customer care. Throughout the decades, we’ve been helping residential and commercial customers throughout the region achieve the comfort and safety they need. The Roth team goes above and beyond for every customer, offering custom solutions and fast, honest repairs when you need them most. We’re even available for 24/7 emergency services! As a full-service heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical company in Portland and serving the entire region, Roth Home has what it takes to tackle any home service problem. From new water heater installation to furnace repairs to AC replacement, drain cleaning, whole home repiping, electrical panel upgrades, new lighting installation, and more, we can help ensure that your home or business is in tip-top shape. With Roth, one call does it all! Find out more about our comprehensive range of services, or request your appointment today when you call our friendly and professional team!
"They were excellent! They came out quick and fixed it the same day!"
Heather H on April 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Service was great it was an after hours call they were very prompt and work was done vert quickly. Would call them again."
Sandra L on December 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Service was great it was an after hours call they were very prompt and work was done vert quickly. Would call them again."
Sandra L on December 2024
Here at Masters Plumbing you're gonna be dealing with someone who isn't rushing; someone who isn't fixated on hurrying or "just getting it done". Here at Masters Plumbing you're dealing with me, My name is Tre Whittemore and it is my goal to make myself efficiently effective every single day. Im not invested in seeing how fast i can get done with your project, I am however invested in efficiency, correctness, and overall beautiful work. I may not be building a piano, but I love the trade I claim as a profession, and truly treat it as if its what puts the roof over my because, it does exactly that. So if you're looking for someone who loves the work they do, someone who enjoys doing it the correct way, then give Masters a shout and watch me Tee off!
"Great job and very polite and knowledgeable person. Very pleased!"
Shirley R on March 2025
Here at Masters Plumbing you're gonna be dealing with someone who isn't rushing; someone who isn't fixated on hurrying or "just getting it done". Here at Masters Plumbing you're dealing with me, My name is Tre Whittemore and it is my goal to make myself efficiently effective every single day. Im not invested in seeing how fast i can get done with your project, I am however invested in efficiency, correctness, and overall beautiful work. I may not be building a piano, but I love the trade I claim as a profession, and truly treat it as if its what puts the roof over my because, it does exactly that. So if you're looking for someone who loves the work they do, someone who enjoys doing it the correct way, then give Masters a shout and watch me Tee off!
"Great job and very polite and knowledgeable person. Very pleased!"
Shirley R on March 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.