When it comes to commercial or residential plumbing installs and repairs; look no further than Advent Plumbing, LLC. One stop for all your plumbing repairs: toilet, faucet, sink, shower, leaks, water heaters, garbage disposal, water main, sewer, all plumbing replacements, repairs and installations done by a GA. license Master Plumber. We have several 25 years experience providing quick neat and reliable services through out the community. We are priced right. Free estimate, and never an overtime charge. License, insured and bonded.
"Elie did a great job installing my hot water heater at a price that was much better than the other quotes I received. I highly recommend Advent Plumbing!"
Tim S on April 2025
When it comes to commercial or residential plumbing installs and repairs; look no further than Advent Plumbing, LLC. One stop for all your plumbing repairs: toilet, faucet, sink, shower, leaks, water heaters, garbage disposal, water main, sewer, all plumbing replacements, repairs and installations done by a GA. license Master Plumber. We have several 25 years experience providing quick neat and reliable services through out the community. We are priced right. Free estimate, and never an overtime charge. License, insured and bonded.
"Elie did a great job installing my hot water heater at a price that was much better than the other quotes I received. I highly recommend Advent Plumbing!"
Tim S on April 2025
We at Adams Plumbing Services, LLC have been in business for over Four years. We are locally owned and operated with over 15 years of experience in the plumbing industry. We look forward to giving you a world class customer service experience from initial phone call through to finished project. No project is too big or too small for us to complete!
"Adams was prompt and reasonable on price and got the project done efficiently."
Travis M on March 2025
We at Adams Plumbing Services, LLC have been in business for over Four years. We are locally owned and operated with over 15 years of experience in the plumbing industry. We look forward to giving you a world class customer service experience from initial phone call through to finished project. No project is too big or too small for us to complete!
"Adams was prompt and reasonable on price and got the project done efficiently."
Travis M on March 2025
With over 20 years of industry experience, Taylor Plumbing and Mechanical is the only name you need to know. We take pride in delivering our clients with the highest quality service of work at a reasonable price. We specialize in water heaters, but can do so much more! Give us a call today for a PRE estimate!
"Great service, good price, on time and cleaned up."
Jackie M on April 2025
With over 20 years of industry experience, Taylor Plumbing and Mechanical is the only name you need to know. We take pride in delivering our clients with the highest quality service of work at a reasonable price. We specialize in water heaters, but can do so much more! Give us a call today for a PRE estimate!
"Great service, good price, on time and cleaned up."
Jackie M on April 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of exterior services, that are customized to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each, and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!
We are a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of exterior services, that are customized to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each, and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!
is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. With over 10 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Very professional and punctual "
Bailey T on May 2025
is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. With over 10 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Very professional and punctual "
Bailey T on May 2025
Holy Water 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. We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own.
"Very clean and solid work. Definitely recommend!"
Toby H on April 2025
Holy Water 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. We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own.
"Very clean and solid work. Definitely recommend!"
Toby H on April 2025
A-Total Plumbing (coming soon as Ace Hardware Home Services – Plumbing, Heating & Cooling) is your trusted partner for expert plumbing and HVAC solutions in metro Atlanta and North Georgia. As part of Ace Hardware Home Services, we provide reliable plumbing repairs, HVAC installation, and ongoing maintenance to keep your home comfortable and safe year-round. Whether you need an urgent repair or routine service, our team delivers exceptional workmanship and peace of mind. Let us bring helpful to your home today!
"Very little knowledge of the work to be done,complained the entire visit."
Kathy M on February 2025
A-Total Plumbing (coming soon as Ace Hardware Home Services – Plumbing, Heating & Cooling) is your trusted partner for expert plumbing and HVAC solutions in metro Atlanta and North Georgia. As part of Ace Hardware Home Services, we provide reliable plumbing repairs, HVAC installation, and ongoing maintenance to keep your home comfortable and safe year-round. Whether you need an urgent repair or routine service, our team delivers exceptional workmanship and peace of mind. Let us bring helpful to your home today!
"Very little knowledge of the work to be done,complained the entire visit."
Kathy M on February 2025
At Lee Plumbing our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.
"Very professional and affordable. Worked quickly and quietly. I will refer him to all my family and friends."
Michael P on May 2025
At Lee Plumbing our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.
"Very professional and affordable. Worked quickly and quietly. I will refer him to all my family and friends."
Michael P on May 2025
Peelers Contractors LLC is here to help! We offer emergency service, new installs, repairs, upgrades, routine maintenance & preventive maintenance services to meet ALL of your plumbing needs! Including drain cleaning, new piping, re-piping, water heater services/installs, water lines, drain lines, sewer lines/back ups, fixtures, dishwashers, garbage disposals, sump pumps & more. We service all of Georgia. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to providing you with EXPERT & AFFORDABLE service! (470) 914-8766
"The irrigation specialist did an excellent job.He was fair on the price,firm on the job,and consistent on the time it took him to get here,and get the job done./// "
Morris L on May 2025
Peelers Contractors LLC is here to help! We offer emergency service, new installs, repairs, upgrades, routine maintenance & preventive maintenance services to meet ALL of your plumbing needs! Including drain cleaning, new piping, re-piping, water heater services/installs, water lines, drain lines, sewer lines/back ups, fixtures, dishwashers, garbage disposals, sump pumps & more. We service all of Georgia. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to providing you with EXPERT & AFFORDABLE service! (470) 914-8766
"The irrigation specialist did an excellent job.He was fair on the price,firm on the job,and consistent on the time it took him to get here,and get the job done./// "
Morris L on May 2025
The professional and trusted plumbing company of Atlantis Plumbing proudly serves the metro Atlanta area. Our upstanding plumbers will provide you with quality service and honest assessment of your situation. We can take care of any plumbing issues you may have. From pipe repairs to installations and much more. We specialize in plumbing service and repair, sewer and drain cleaning, polybutylene pipe replacement, pipe camera inspection, water leak detection and trenchless pipe replacement. We currently have a team of over 24 plumbers and office staff. Our average service plumber has over 18 years of plumbing experience, which makes our plumbers more experienced than the average plumber in the area. We have maintained almost our entire staff for the past 10 years with a few additions. We take pride in providing quality work at a reasonable price. Our management team strives to keep our plumbers on schedule, competitively priced, to stay well organized, to keep all work areas clean or cleaner than when they started, and to always show respect for our customers. We want your repeat business and your references. Additional office email: atlantisplumbing@gmail.com or email the owner Michael Whitman: mikewhitma@aol.com. Michael Whitman Atlantis Plumbing 770-505-8570
"Initially I thought it went well. The new piping looked better than my old piping, but turned out to be totally useless."
Towanda E on January 2025
The professional and trusted plumbing company of Atlantis Plumbing proudly serves the metro Atlanta area. Our upstanding plumbers will provide you with quality service and honest assessment of your situation. We can take care of any plumbing issues you may have. From pipe repairs to installations and much more. We specialize in plumbing service and repair, sewer and drain cleaning, polybutylene pipe replacement, pipe camera inspection, water leak detection and trenchless pipe replacement. We currently have a team of over 24 plumbers and office staff. Our average service plumber has over 18 years of plumbing experience, which makes our plumbers more experienced than the average plumber in the area. We have maintained almost our entire staff for the past 10 years with a few additions. We take pride in providing quality work at a reasonable price. Our management team strives to keep our plumbers on schedule, competitively priced, to stay well organized, to keep all work areas clean or cleaner than when they started, and to always show respect for our customers. We want your repeat business and your references. Additional office email: atlantisplumbing@gmail.com or email the owner Michael Whitman: mikewhitma@aol.com. Michael Whitman Atlantis Plumbing 770-505-8570
"Initially I thought it went well. The new piping looked better than my old piping, but turned out to be totally useless."
Towanda E on January 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.