Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers a variety of services to satisfy all of your plumbing and heating needs. Our experienced service technicians are trained to provide quality customer service. Toilet trouble, water leaks, no hot water, clogged drains? Not a problem, we guarantee 100% satisfaction along with 100% financing. Call today to get straight forward pricing on service work. We look forward to your call. Service fee charged for all estimates and service calls
"Definitely would use them again and would highly recommend. "
Dom M on February 2025
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers a variety of services to satisfy all of your plumbing and heating needs. Our experienced service technicians are trained to provide quality customer service. Toilet trouble, water leaks, no hot water, clogged drains? Not a problem, we guarantee 100% satisfaction along with 100% financing. Call today to get straight forward pricing on service work. We look forward to your call. Service fee charged for all estimates and service calls
"Definitely would use them again and would highly recommend. "
Dom M on February 2025
Thomas D. Evans is Rockaway's premiere company for plumbing repairs. Locally owned and operated with more than 30 years of experience providing friendly and quality service, Thomas D. Evans 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. Call today for your next plumbing project!
"Hired Tom to replace vales on 4 toilets and my bathroom sink. Arrived on time ready to start. He did an awesome job. He also noticed my refrigerator pump was leaking. He changed out the pump as well. Will be hiring him again for future plumbing issues."
Janice K on January 2025
Thomas D. Evans is Rockaway's premiere company for plumbing repairs. Locally owned and operated with more than 30 years of experience providing friendly and quality service, Thomas D. Evans 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. Call today for your next plumbing project!
"Hired Tom to replace vales on 4 toilets and my bathroom sink. Arrived on time ready to start. He did an awesome job. He also noticed my refrigerator pump was leaking. He changed out the pump as well. Will be hiring him again for future plumbing issues."
Janice K on January 2025
Gold Medal Services, LLC, warrants and guarantees to the original purchaser, that should Customer accept and purchase Gold Medals recommended repair, such repair shall be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions for as long as the Customer owns the residence in which the recommended repair was provided or until the Unit in which the Covered Repair was performed, if applicable, is replaced.
"Gold Medal really helped out after our sewer line backed up into our basement. The other pros all wanted us to pay for a camera view first for several hundred. Then the actual cleaning of the line was $500 and up depending on the results of the camera. Gold Medal had a fixed price for cleaning out a sewer line. They came and quickly diagnosed the problem and cleaned it out. Our technician Brett was awesome and even put us in touch with DryTech to assist cleaning up the water damage."
Adam S on July 2024
Gold Medal Services, LLC, warrants and guarantees to the original purchaser, that should Customer accept and purchase Gold Medals recommended repair, such repair shall be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions for as long as the Customer owns the residence in which the recommended repair was provided or until the Unit in which the Covered Repair was performed, if applicable, is replaced.
"Gold Medal really helped out after our sewer line backed up into our basement. The other pros all wanted us to pay for a camera view first for several hundred. Then the actual cleaning of the line was $500 and up depending on the results of the camera. Gold Medal had a fixed price for cleaning out a sewer line. They came and quickly diagnosed the problem and cleaned it out. Our technician Brett was awesome and even put us in touch with DryTech to assist cleaning up the water damage."
Adam S on July 2024
Sydlar Service LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Excellent customer service! He came right away to unclogged my kitchen sink and left everything clean . Thank you so much George!"
Marilyn A on May 2025
Sydlar Service LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Excellent customer service! He came right away to unclogged my kitchen sink and left everything clean . Thank you so much George!"
Marilyn A on May 2025
We are the premier plumbing, heating, air conditioning, drain cleaning, electrical and insulation company serving the New Jersey area for the last two decades. We pride ourselves as the number one service company. Call today!
"Timely and well done"
John B on December 2024
We are the premier plumbing, heating, air conditioning, drain cleaning, electrical and insulation company serving the New Jersey area for the last two decades. We pride ourselves as the number one service company. Call today!
"Timely and well done"
John B on December 2024
Plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems make your house livable. One minor issue with any of these systems can put your home at a standstill. In case you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, know that you can count on Gold Medal Service. For over 24 years, our company has been taking care of the homes of New Jersey residents through our top quality plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to address even the most mind-boggling issues of your in-home equipment. From repairs, installations, and upgrades, our technicians are known for getting the job done right every time. We also provide upfront pricing with a full description of the service before commencing work to avoid any surprises down the line.
"Wanted to charge $90 just to come out and give an estimate while I had other providers offering an estimate at no charge for sump pump installation. I declined an appointment with them."
Ron M on January 2024
Plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems make your house livable. One minor issue with any of these systems can put your home at a standstill. In case you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, know that you can count on Gold Medal Service. For over 24 years, our company has been taking care of the homes of New Jersey residents through our top quality plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to address even the most mind-boggling issues of your in-home equipment. From repairs, installations, and upgrades, our technicians are known for getting the job done right every time. We also provide upfront pricing with a full description of the service before commencing work to avoid any surprises down the line.
"Wanted to charge $90 just to come out and give an estimate while I had other providers offering an estimate at no charge for sump pump installation. I declined an appointment with them."
Ron M on January 2024
Specializing in PLUMBING SERVICES! We have been in business for 30 years! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Carmine did an excellent job removing and installing the hot water heater. It was Sunday afternoon and he came over within an hour, two hours later the job was completed. Really appreciated his help. Great guy, knows his business and was extra careful as if it was his own house to make sure nothing got damaged while transporting the old and new tanks. I’ll definitely call again for any more plumbing jobs. Thanks again"
Jason H on March 2025
Specializing in PLUMBING SERVICES! We have been in business for 30 years! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Carmine did an excellent job removing and installing the hot water heater. It was Sunday afternoon and he came over within an hour, two hours later the job was completed. Really appreciated his help. Great guy, knows his business and was extra careful as if it was his own house to make sure nothing got damaged while transporting the old and new tanks. I’ll definitely call again for any more plumbing jobs. Thanks again"
Jason H on March 2025
At AJT Complete Construction, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. We offer free estimates and evaluations
"Great communication. Fast, reliable and professional service. Would 110% hire again!"
Oliver S on April 2025
At AJT Complete Construction, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. We offer free estimates and evaluations
"Great communication. Fast, reliable and professional service. Would 110% hire again!"
Oliver S on April 2025
For over 30 years, owner George Ellenberg, has been building high quality structures. George merged a wealth of experience and skill into a company that has earned a markable reputation as one of the leading contracting companies. George Ellenberg, and his team of professional architects, licensed plumbers and licensed electricians, combine their strengths to create an unbeatable force in construction.
"George and his crew (Dave) were amazing to work with! From planning, to permits, layouts and every detail that goes into gutting and redoing our home was a breeze! George is extremely easy to work with, and we were happy to see him every day for 6 months!! George is punctual and shows up when he says, he works hard and even showed up during snow storms and weekend when needed. George stuck to his timeline and always communicated with us...even answered my 100 phone calls. He has an attention to detail that is unlike any other. We have two small boys and he made sure to keep all construction areas safe for them and even showed up with hammers and safety glasses so they could help knock walls down!!! I have reccomended George to a half a dozen friends already and will continue to do so!! Such a pleasurable experience and an all around great guy to work with... he truly remade our dream home!!!"
Melissa C on September 2018
For over 30 years, owner George Ellenberg, has been building high quality structures. George merged a wealth of experience and skill into a company that has earned a markable reputation as one of the leading contracting companies. George Ellenberg, and his team of professional architects, licensed plumbers and licensed electricians, combine their strengths to create an unbeatable force in construction.
"George and his crew (Dave) were amazing to work with! From planning, to permits, layouts and every detail that goes into gutting and redoing our home was a breeze! George is extremely easy to work with, and we were happy to see him every day for 6 months!! George is punctual and shows up when he says, he works hard and even showed up during snow storms and weekend when needed. George stuck to his timeline and always communicated with us...even answered my 100 phone calls. He has an attention to detail that is unlike any other. We have two small boys and he made sure to keep all construction areas safe for them and even showed up with hammers and safety glasses so they could help knock walls down!!! I have reccomended George to a half a dozen friends already and will continue to do so!! Such a pleasurable experience and an all around great guy to work with... he truly remade our dream home!!!"
Melissa C on September 2018
Along with the Monk's Kitchen & Bath Design Studio, we are a full-service home improvement provider. Monk's will help you plan, design, and purchase everything you need for a remodel. Then our expert craftsmen will install everything and our painters will come and complete the job.
"Jaclyn Lorber is the designer at Monks Showroom, who created the overall design for our kitchen renovation. She was excellent throughout the process of designing the whole remodel and making suggestions for the selection of appropriate materials and appliances. This is our first kitchen renovation. We had multiple questions and changed our minds about what we wanted multiple times! Jaclyn was always patient with us, very generous with her time and accommodating. The final design is gorgeous! We are eager to see the finished product that will be delivered by Monks Home Improvement."
Bohdan M on May 2025
Along with the Monk's Kitchen & Bath Design Studio, we are a full-service home improvement provider. Monk's will help you plan, design, and purchase everything you need for a remodel. Then our expert craftsmen will install everything and our painters will come and complete the job.
"Jaclyn Lorber is the designer at Monks Showroom, who created the overall design for our kitchen renovation. She was excellent throughout the process of designing the whole remodel and making suggestions for the selection of appropriate materials and appliances. This is our first kitchen renovation. We had multiple questions and changed our minds about what we wanted multiple times! Jaclyn was always patient with us, very generous with her time and accommodating. The final design is gorgeous! We are eager to see the finished product that will be delivered by Monks Home Improvement."
Bohdan M on May 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.