Michael Faria 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.
"Very efficient and thorough installing a new gas water heater and communicating procedure. Fairly priced also in a timely manner. "
Nancy A on December 2024
Michael Faria 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.
"Very efficient and thorough installing a new gas water heater and communicating procedure. Fairly priced also in a timely manner. "
Nancy A on December 2024
The Pipe Doctor has been repairing and installing plumbing equipment on Cape Cod since 1982. Local, family owned and operated for over 40 years. Our super truck stocks more than 1,400 parts. We rarely have to leave your home to get parts, saving you time and money. We offer straightforward pricing so you know all the costs upfront and a variety of discounts for your convenience. Customer service is our true concern and we will solve your plumbing problems as quickly as we can with little to no headache to you.
"B"
Linda V on March 2022
The Pipe Doctor has been repairing and installing plumbing equipment on Cape Cod since 1982. Local, family owned and operated for over 40 years. Our super truck stocks more than 1,400 parts. We rarely have to leave your home to get parts, saving you time and money. We offer straightforward pricing so you know all the costs upfront and a variety of discounts for your convenience. Customer service is our true concern and we will solve your plumbing problems as quickly as we can with little to no headache to you.
"B"
Linda V on March 2022
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet your 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. Over 30 years of experience in the mechanical industry.
"Robert was very efficient and did an excellent job."
Mart M on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet your 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. Over 30 years of experience in the mechanical industry.
"Robert was very efficient and did an excellent job."
Mart M on May 2025
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Southern Mass is your premier professional plumbing company offering the highest quality and most attentive customer service. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Please call us today to schedule your appointment! Mr. Rooter 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. Please give us a call today!
"Solid advice"
Nancy G on May 2025
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Southern Mass is your premier professional plumbing company offering the highest quality and most attentive customer service. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Please call us today to schedule your appointment! Mr. Rooter 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. Please give us a call today!
"Solid advice"
Nancy G on May 2025
At Steve Ricci & Sons plumbing and heating we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work.from the small repairs to the larger jobs we are there for our customers
"Great company to work with, highly recommended. Steve was easy to work with, communication and attention to details was the biggest highlight. He did a complete rough and finish plumbing for us including water heater installation"
Jose T on April 2025
At Steve Ricci & Sons plumbing and heating we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work.from the small repairs to the larger jobs we are there for our customers
"Great company to work with, highly recommended. Steve was easy to work with, communication and attention to details was the biggest highlight. He did a complete rough and finish plumbing for us including water heater installation"
Jose T on April 2025
Tatra Building Company provides general construction services for Cape Cod and South Shore area. We are committed to excellence, offering years of experience and fast, friendly service. Bridging design, construction and mechanical services, we deliver the best product, value and price. Shop around and then give us the call last, you will be glad you did. From a simple task like new electrical service, water heater or bathroom remodeling, to a new home or business property design and construction. Really..... Superior quality, attention, best price, forever relationship
"These people are HIGHLY professional and do the work RIGHT AWAY! Very reasonable prices! Would hire again!"
Barbara T on December 2024
Tatra Building Company provides general construction services for Cape Cod and South Shore area. We are committed to excellence, offering years of experience and fast, friendly service. Bridging design, construction and mechanical services, we deliver the best product, value and price. Shop around and then give us the call last, you will be glad you did. From a simple task like new electrical service, water heater or bathroom remodeling, to a new home or business property design and construction. Really..... Superior quality, attention, best price, forever relationship
"These people are HIGHLY professional and do the work RIGHT AWAY! Very reasonable prices! Would hire again!"
Barbara T on December 2024
We are a fully licensed and insured general contracting company. Handling all interior remodeling while specializing in kitchen & bathroom remodels.
"Excellent work. Bathroom came out beautiful. Work was done in a timely manner. Prompt & clean!"
Meg M on September 2024
We are a fully licensed and insured general contracting company. Handling all interior remodeling while specializing in kitchen & bathroom remodels.
"Excellent work. Bathroom came out beautiful. Work was done in a timely manner. Prompt & clean!"
Meg M on September 2024
From stunning beachside retreats to elegant coastal homes, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch craftsmanship and attention to detail in every project. Let us bring your vision to life with our dedication to quality and our commitment to exceeding your expectations. Experience the beauty and functionality of our custom carpentry solutions tailored specifically for the unique charm and style of Cape Cod living.
From stunning beachside retreats to elegant coastal homes, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch craftsmanship and attention to detail in every project. Let us bring your vision to life with our dedication to quality and our commitment to exceeding your expectations. Experience the beauty and functionality of our custom carpentry solutions tailored specifically for the unique charm and style of Cape Cod living.
Anchor Building & Designs is a fully licensed and insured Construction company. We are proud to be the Top 1% Massachusetts licensed contractors according to BuildZoom rank. Our company has over 25 years of combined experience on the Cape providing to all costumers the best experience as possible. Our team is totally prepared for any type of construction, from small to high end custom homes. We are proud of our reputation and will be more than happy to connect our new costumers to previous happy costumers. Feel free to contact us anytime for a free consultation.
"Great work start to finish"
Michael S on October 2024
Anchor Building & Designs is a fully licensed and insured Construction company. We are proud to be the Top 1% Massachusetts licensed contractors according to BuildZoom rank. Our company has over 25 years of combined experience on the Cape providing to all costumers the best experience as possible. Our team is totally prepared for any type of construction, from small to high end custom homes. We are proud of our reputation and will be more than happy to connect our new costumers to previous happy costumers. Feel free to contact us anytime for a free consultation.
"Great work start to finish"
Michael S on October 2024
Massachusetts Licensed General Contracting firm, family and woman owned and operated. Whether you would like to remodel a portion of your home, paint - interior or exterior, fix up a room or two, or even build a new home, we are the company for you! We help homeowners to see the true potential in their homes. We collaborate with customers who have an idea, and our designer will help you put your ideas on paper, and then make it a reality in your home. We also have inspection and troubleshooting experience and can provide homeowners with information about problems in the home and solutions to correct them. We offer FREE estimates. Our well established contractors look forward working with you AND your budget to complete your project in a timely fashion. Call today to discuss your home improvement project and schedule an estimate, Mike 774-212-2547. 2023 Roof Special September, October, and November ONLY 1- One day "in and out" 2- Guaranteed 1 year workmanship 3- Lifetime warranty CertainTeed asphalt shingles
"We had this company build a new master-suite in our home. That included floor plan changes, tiling the bath, installing a new shower, a jetted tub and a new toilet. Only 3 months after many things fall apart. A glass shelf almost fell in the tub when my wife was in it. It almost injured her. Towel racks came of the walls leaving giant holes behind. The brand new tub stoped draining. I brought in a licensed plumber to fix that and he told me he never saw "such a sh*tshow". And conveniently Mike told me in the middle of he project that his company declared bankruptcy, so no point suing him."
Alexander V on September 2023
Massachusetts Licensed General Contracting firm, family and woman owned and operated. Whether you would like to remodel a portion of your home, paint - interior or exterior, fix up a room or two, or even build a new home, we are the company for you! We help homeowners to see the true potential in their homes. We collaborate with customers who have an idea, and our designer will help you put your ideas on paper, and then make it a reality in your home. We also have inspection and troubleshooting experience and can provide homeowners with information about problems in the home and solutions to correct them. We offer FREE estimates. Our well established contractors look forward working with you AND your budget to complete your project in a timely fashion. Call today to discuss your home improvement project and schedule an estimate, Mike 774-212-2547. 2023 Roof Special September, October, and November ONLY 1- One day "in and out" 2- Guaranteed 1 year workmanship 3- Lifetime warranty CertainTeed asphalt shingles
"We had this company build a new master-suite in our home. That included floor plan changes, tiling the bath, installing a new shower, a jetted tub and a new toilet. Only 3 months after many things fall apart. A glass shelf almost fell in the tub when my wife was in it. It almost injured her. Towel racks came of the walls leaving giant holes behind. The brand new tub stoped draining. I brought in a licensed plumber to fix that and he told me he never saw "such a sh*tshow". And conveniently Mike told me in the middle of he project that his company declared bankruptcy, so no point suing him."
Alexander V on September 2023
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.