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.
"The bidding process is very efficient. You can see the costs of each part of the job. The crew was friendly and efficient and were willing to answer any question I had and walked through everything they were going to do before they did it."
Sean N on April 2017
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.
"The bidding process is very efficient. You can see the costs of each part of the job. The crew was friendly and efficient and were willing to answer any question I had and walked through everything they were going to do before they did it."
Sean N on April 2017
We take great pride in offering the best possible experience with our expertise, quality, and customer service. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients; we take great care to work and communicate with everyone in a professional manner. It is our mission to exceed our clients expectations by providing excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start of each project to its completion. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"I highly recommend five daughters plumbing. They are very professional, prompt, fast and affordable. Excellent customer service. I have a friend whoâ s a plumber who referred me to this company and I would highly recommend them They were able to come out and look at my girlfriendâ s parents, hot water heater and three hours later havenâ t replaced with a new one restoring hot water at their condo all within five hour. Wayne and Tim did a very good job. I will recommend them to other family and friends and use them again down the road if need be."
Sovanara K on June 2024
We take great pride in offering the best possible experience with our expertise, quality, and customer service. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients; we take great care to work and communicate with everyone in a professional manner. It is our mission to exceed our clients expectations by providing excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start of each project to its completion. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"I highly recommend five daughters plumbing. They are very professional, prompt, fast and affordable. Excellent customer service. I have a friend whoâ s a plumber who referred me to this company and I would highly recommend them They were able to come out and look at my girlfriendâ s parents, hot water heater and three hours later havenâ t replaced with a new one restoring hot water at their condo all within five hour. Wayne and Tim did a very good job. I will recommend them to other family and friends and use them again down the road if need be."
Sovanara K on June 2024
Our team consists of licensed, highly skilled plumbers who are dedicated to providing top-notch service. As a local plumbing company, we are proud to serve the community and provide personalized service to each and every customer.
"Upfront with pricing and options. Quick response listened to needs, contract delivery installation removal, completed in 2 days, it was a weekend too. Polite, followup of satisfaction, I would recommend and use again. Prices comparable fair and low. Happy Brandon work. 👏 appreciated, thank you. Laura"
Laura B on May 2025
Our team consists of licensed, highly skilled plumbers who are dedicated to providing top-notch service. As a local plumbing company, we are proud to serve the community and provide personalized service to each and every customer.
"Upfront with pricing and options. Quick response listened to needs, contract delivery installation removal, completed in 2 days, it was a weekend too. Polite, followup of satisfaction, I would recommend and use again. Prices comparable fair and low. Happy Brandon work. 👏 appreciated, thank you. Laura"
Laura B on May 2025
Tilt Plumbing is proud to serve our local community with honest, reliable plumbing solutions. From small repairs to full installs, we’re committed to providing top-notch workmanship and quality service every step of the way. We believe in upfront, transparent pricing—no surprises, just great plumbing. At Tilt, your comfort and satisfaction are our top priorities. When you choose us, you’re choosing a team that treats your home like our own.As the owner, my aim is to earn a 5-star review on the completion of your project. So, please let me know if at any time we are not living up to earning your perfect 5-star review. We look forward to earning your business, so please ask us for references!
"I had them repipe my entire home! Seamless process start to finish. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a quality plumber with very reasonable pricing!"
Daniel T on April 2025
Tilt Plumbing is proud to serve our local community with honest, reliable plumbing solutions. From small repairs to full installs, we’re committed to providing top-notch workmanship and quality service every step of the way. We believe in upfront, transparent pricing—no surprises, just great plumbing. At Tilt, your comfort and satisfaction are our top priorities. When you choose us, you’re choosing a team that treats your home like our own.As the owner, my aim is to earn a 5-star review on the completion of your project. So, please let me know if at any time we are not living up to earning your perfect 5-star review. We look forward to earning your business, so please ask us for references!
"I had them repipe my entire home! Seamless process start to finish. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a quality plumber with very reasonable pricing!"
Daniel T on April 2025
Apollo Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning is family owned and operated serving residential and commercial clients in Idaho, Oregon and Washington since 1984. In over 38 years Apollo continues to provide friendly, efficient, quality work at competitive pricing. We also want to recognize all our clients throughout the years that continue to make Apollo their go-to company for all of their Plumbing and HVAC needs. Without you Apollo wouldn’t be where they are today.
"He was on time and completed the job to my satifaction.."
Dale G on October 2024
Apollo Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning is family owned and operated serving residential and commercial clients in Idaho, Oregon and Washington since 1984. In over 38 years Apollo continues to provide friendly, efficient, quality work at competitive pricing. We also want to recognize all our clients throughout the years that continue to make Apollo their go-to company for all of their Plumbing and HVAC needs. Without you Apollo wouldn’t be where they are today.
"He was on time and completed the job to my satifaction.."
Dale G on October 2024
Your home should be a place of comfort, not chaos... That's why we're dedicated to providing you with total home care, from AC to H2O! D&F's licensed journeyman technicians have been helping homeowners in the Pacific Northwest since 1927, offering the kind of service that's as reliable as the rain. From clogged drains to growling furnaces, our Plaid Pros will help you weather the storms of homeownership. We can even help with residential new construction! Contact us today for your plumbing, heating, or cooling needs! And we haven't forgotten about all you local business owners, developers, general contractors, and facility managers! Whether you're constructing a sleek new apartment complex or a trendy strip mall, or just need maintenance, repairs, or upgrades for your commercial space, our Plumbers in Plaid are ready to be an extension of your team. Contact us for commercial services and new construction plumbing today! Licensed, Bonded, Insured. Oregon #26-23PBCCB *465 Washington #CCDAE DFPLU **3398N
"Great but expensive."
Jann C on April 2025
Your home should be a place of comfort, not chaos... That's why we're dedicated to providing you with total home care, from AC to H2O! D&F's licensed journeyman technicians have been helping homeowners in the Pacific Northwest since 1927, offering the kind of service that's as reliable as the rain. From clogged drains to growling furnaces, our Plaid Pros will help you weather the storms of homeownership. We can even help with residential new construction! Contact us today for your plumbing, heating, or cooling needs! And we haven't forgotten about all you local business owners, developers, general contractors, and facility managers! Whether you're constructing a sleek new apartment complex or a trendy strip mall, or just need maintenance, repairs, or upgrades for your commercial space, our Plumbers in Plaid are ready to be an extension of your team. Contact us for commercial services and new construction plumbing today! Licensed, Bonded, Insured. Oregon #26-23PBCCB *465 Washington #CCDAE DFPLU **3398N
"Great but expensive."
Jann C on April 2025
Roots Plumbing LLC knows how important time is to you. Our experienced and professional team will get to the root of your plumbing issues with top quality service and products to save you time and money so you can get on with your day worry free. www.rootsplumbingllc.com https://g.page/r/CcSNBQIWtQHgEBM/review
"Great. Very thorough and very decent and knowledgeable people. Will definetly use again."
Ronan F on April 2025
Roots Plumbing LLC knows how important time is to you. Our experienced and professional team will get to the root of your plumbing issues with top quality service and products to save you time and money so you can get on with your day worry free. www.rootsplumbingllc.com https://g.page/r/CcSNBQIWtQHgEBM/review
"Great. Very thorough and very decent and knowledgeable people. Will definetly use again."
Ronan F on April 2025
Offering Kitchen & Bath Remodeling Services in your area. Call today to discuss your project.
Offering Kitchen & Bath Remodeling Services in your area. Call today to discuss your project.
Our goal at Speedy Septic is to show up when you need us, address the issue at hand, but most importantly, leave you with confidence that your septic system will work properly moving forward. How do we do this? We at Speedy view education and improvement as a religion, invest in and utilize the latest tools and technology, and keep our state of the art vacuum trucks stocked with every part that could potentially be needed. 41 years and 4 generations of experience and thousands of reviews averaging 4.8 stars is the resume you want looking after your sewer system. We have live people ready to answer your call, a truck stocked and warmed up with a smiling Technician ready to roll. Give us a call now!
"WAAAAAY OVERPRICED!!! And false diagnosis that could have cost me WAY MORE!!!"
Sarah W on March 2021
Our goal at Speedy Septic is to show up when you need us, address the issue at hand, but most importantly, leave you with confidence that your septic system will work properly moving forward. How do we do this? We at Speedy view education and improvement as a religion, invest in and utilize the latest tools and technology, and keep our state of the art vacuum trucks stocked with every part that could potentially be needed. 41 years and 4 generations of experience and thousands of reviews averaging 4.8 stars is the resume you want looking after your sewer system. We have live people ready to answer your call, a truck stocked and warmed up with a smiling Technician ready to roll. Give us a call now!
"WAAAAAY OVERPRICED!!! And false diagnosis that could have cost me WAY MORE!!!"
Sarah W on March 2021
Delph Creek Construction, LLC is a family owned and operated construction company specializing in home remodels and builds. Delph Creek Construction, LLC is a residential and commercial general construction company located in Estacada, Oregon serving the greater Portland Metro area that offers services with whole house remodels, kitchen, bathrooms, basements, carports/garages, additions, decks, patios, flooring, tile, and new home builds.
"Corey is amazing he has a great eye and goes above expectations. They are very professional and add suggestion that you might not have thought of my kitchen is beautiful a both bathrooms. I refer him to all my friends"
Tricia B on February 2024
Delph Creek Construction, LLC is a family owned and operated construction company specializing in home remodels and builds. Delph Creek Construction, LLC is a residential and commercial general construction company located in Estacada, Oregon serving the greater Portland Metro area that offers services with whole house remodels, kitchen, bathrooms, basements, carports/garages, additions, decks, patios, flooring, tile, and new home builds.
"Corey is amazing he has a great eye and goes above expectations. They are very professional and add suggestion that you might not have thought of my kitchen is beautiful a both bathrooms. I refer him to all my friends"
Tricia B on February 2024
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.