Travis Martin Plumbing is the premier professional plumbing company offering a wide variety of residential services to our clients in and around San Lorenzo Valley, Santa Cruz, and San Jose. Travis is known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making your satisfaction our number one priority. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with true professionals at work for you!
"Travis is a great guy. He's very friendly, kind, and thoughtful. Him and his crew above and beyond to help. He does excellent work. I've already recommended him to many of my friends."
Lisa P on May 2019
Travis Martin Plumbing is the premier professional plumbing company offering a wide variety of residential services to our clients in and around San Lorenzo Valley, Santa Cruz, and San Jose. Travis is known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making your satisfaction our number one priority. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with true professionals at work for you!
"Travis is a great guy. He's very friendly, kind, and thoughtful. Him and his crew above and beyond to help. He does excellent work. I've already recommended him to many of my friends."
Lisa P on May 2019
POSEIDON 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.
"Excellent work, fair price. Iâ ll hire him from now on."
Diana F on August 2024
POSEIDON 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.
"Excellent work, fair price. Iâ ll hire him from now on."
Diana F on August 2024
Escobar Custom Plumbing Corp 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.
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Rocha Ramirez H on April 2025
Escobar Custom Plumbing Corp 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.
"I strongly recommend Escobar custom Plumbing. Very professional and friendly. Very hard workers. They came in on time . Did what they had to do . Very knowledgeable and clean . I been having plumbing issues for a while now . Escobar custom plumbing came in and fixed the issue . I give them 5/5 . Well done boys "
Rocha Ramirez H on April 2025
We are a locally owned and operated pumbing company based out of Santa Clara that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have over a decade of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with 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! Call us for 24 hour emergency service!
"I felt comfortable and at peace which is hard during stressful times"
Dinorah G on August 2023
We are a locally owned and operated pumbing company based out of Santa Clara that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have over a decade of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with 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! Call us for 24 hour emergency service!
"I felt comfortable and at peace which is hard during stressful times"
Dinorah G on August 2023
Epa and NASTeC Certified, Service Specialist. RO Appliance is owned and operated with the upmost respect and professionalism, by certified, knowledgeable and honest technicians, covering south of the Bay Area.
"We had to get our Cooking range hood serviced that had just stopped working. NEXT HVAC promptly scheduled John T to come the same day. We were also updated about the schedule and ETA proactively. John was on time, kind and very knowledgeable. He diagnosed and fixed the problem in about 30-45 minutes. Great professional service!"
Brian T on August 2024
Epa and NASTeC Certified, Service Specialist. RO Appliance is owned and operated with the upmost respect and professionalism, by certified, knowledgeable and honest technicians, covering south of the Bay Area.
"We had to get our Cooking range hood serviced that had just stopped working. NEXT HVAC promptly scheduled John T to come the same day. We were also updated about the schedule and ETA proactively. John was on time, kind and very knowledgeable. He diagnosed and fixed the problem in about 30-45 minutes. Great professional service!"
Brian T on August 2024
Need help with plumbing, HVAC or duct work? We can help! Our family-owned business is happy to help you with all plumbing, HVAC or Duct Work services including: Tank water heaters Tankless water heaters Shower valve Kitchen and bathroom faucets Toilet Drain Cleaning Sewer clog and repair Sewer replacement Water leak All plumbing service HVAC Boilers Duct Work Call now!
Need help with plumbing, HVAC or duct work? We can help! Our family-owned business is happy to help you with all plumbing, HVAC or Duct Work services including: Tank water heaters Tankless water heaters Shower valve Kitchen and bathroom faucets Toilet Drain Cleaning Sewer clog and repair Sewer replacement Water leak All plumbing service HVAC Boilers Duct Work Call now!
I am a general contractor. I remodel your home, kitchen, bathroom and garages. I do additions and do custom homes. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"We couldn't have been happier with the work performed by PYMA Construction. Everything from preparation of the contract, to attention to details and following our requests was smooth and effortless. We are planning to hire Marco and his team again in the near future for the next stage of our remodel work."
Anmari K on March 2025
I am a general contractor. I remodel your home, kitchen, bathroom and garages. I do additions and do custom homes. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"We couldn't have been happier with the work performed by PYMA Construction. Everything from preparation of the contract, to attention to details and following our requests was smooth and effortless. We are planning to hire Marco and his team again in the near future for the next stage of our remodel work."
Anmari K on March 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.
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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.
"They were very professional.id recommend them all the time. Great work guys"
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Call us today and learn why we're the most referred name in construction. We look forward to doing business with you! We take pride in our reputation for excellent craftsmanship and exemplary work ethics. One of the most important parts of our job is giving our clients the best there is to offer and maintaining good working relationships with them for years after. There is no job too big or too small for us to take on. We will work closely with you through every step of your project, from planning and permits through the final touches. We specialize in new construction, home remodels, additions, kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, commercial remodels, foundation repairs, retrofits and much more!
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Call us today and learn why we're the most referred name in construction. We look forward to doing business with you! We take pride in our reputation for excellent craftsmanship and exemplary work ethics. One of the most important parts of our job is giving our clients the best there is to offer and maintaining good working relationships with them for years after. There is no job too big or too small for us to take on. We will work closely with you through every step of your project, from planning and permits through the final touches. We specialize in new construction, home remodels, additions, kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, commercial remodels, foundation repairs, retrofits and much more!
"Ali did an exceptional job remodeling my parents’ kitchen and bathroom. He was a professional and punctual, which was crucial considering our tight deadlines for the house remodel to coincide with my dad’s birthday. I highly recommend him."
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Family owned business specializing in the best and latest water proofing products and systems for your decks and patios With 30+ years of experience were you’re one stop shop for your remodeling and new construction needs Services we provide: kitchen and bathroom remodeling, concrete ,stucco, siding ,tile ,flooring, framing, ADU.
Family owned business specializing in the best and latest water proofing products and systems for your decks and patios With 30+ years of experience were you’re one stop shop for your remodeling and new construction needs Services we provide: kitchen and bathroom remodeling, concrete ,stucco, siding ,tile ,flooring, framing, ADU.
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.