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Water heater installers and replacers in Grass Valley

Elliott Plumbing Inc
918 Pesaro Place
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Elliott Plumbing Inc
918 Pesaro Place
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

After more than two decades of working with national plumbing companies, Robert Elliott founded Elliott Plumbing, Inc. to be the local plumbing company you can trust that delivers the expert plumbing services you need. Our team of experts has seen it all. From minor repairs to major installations, drain cleaning to troubleshooting, we have the expertise and knowledge to handle any plumbing job. We offer scheduled and emergency plumbing services. We stand behind our work and are committed to your satisfaction. That's why we offer a satisfaction guarantee on all of our services. If you're not happy with the work we've done, we'll make it right - no questions asked.

"Did an excellent job for a fair price"

Brandon M on July 2024

After more than two decades of working with national plumbing companies, Robert Elliott founded Elliott Plumbing, Inc. to be the local plumbing company you can trust that delivers the expert plumbing services you need. Our team of experts has seen it all. From minor repairs to major installations, drain cleaning to troubleshooting, we have the expertise and knowledge to handle any plumbing job. We offer scheduled and emergency plumbing services. We stand behind our work and are committed to your satisfaction. That's why we offer a satisfaction guarantee on all of our services. If you're not happy with the work we've done, we'll make it right - no questions asked.

"Did an excellent job for a fair price"

Brandon M on July 2024


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Ridgeway Construction, Inc.
6906 Coronation Court
4.88(
12
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Approved Pro
Ridgeway Construction, Inc.
6906 Coronation Court
4.88(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Ridgeway Construction Inc is a family owned and operated General B licensed construction company serving the Greater Sacramento area. We specialize in decks, siding, dry rot repairs and remodels but as a General B Licensed Contractor - CSLB Lic. 1083145 - we do everything from fencing, painting, and concrete to French drains and everything in-between whether it's big or small. We do most of the work ourselves and, whether it's our own crew on the job or one of our personally vetted subcontractors, our GC Mike physically oversees all work to ensure consistency of excellence and even puts on his own bags. If you happen to have a project outside of our wheelhouse, or if we feel like we are not a good fit, we will always point you in the right direction. Give us a call today, we look forward to earning your business!

"Excellent he took care of all of my concerns and was able to tackle a project that other handymen would not even return my calls for. Thanks"

Kevin S on September 2021

Ridgeway Construction Inc is a family owned and operated General B licensed construction company serving the Greater Sacramento area. We specialize in decks, siding, dry rot repairs and remodels but as a General B Licensed Contractor - CSLB Lic. 1083145 - we do everything from fencing, painting, and concrete to French drains and everything in-between whether it's big or small. We do most of the work ourselves and, whether it's our own crew on the job or one of our personally vetted subcontractors, our GC Mike physically oversees all work to ensure consistency of excellence and even puts on his own bags. If you happen to have a project outside of our wheelhouse, or if we feel like we are not a good fit, we will always point you in the right direction. Give us a call today, we look forward to earning your business!

"Excellent he took care of all of my concerns and was able to tackle a project that other handymen would not even return my calls for. Thanks"

Kevin S on September 2021


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All Good Plumbing and Drains
P.O. Box 386
4.96(
51
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Approved Pro
All Good Plumbing and Drains
P.O. Box 386
4.96(
51
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

All Good plumbing and drains is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. With over 20 years in the Plumbing and Drain cleaning buisness 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 the plumbing 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.

"Brian called me early the morning after the request, showed up to evaluate the bid the job exactly when he said he would, and got everything fixed quickly and completely. "

Jeff D on January 2025

All Good plumbing and drains is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. With over 20 years in the Plumbing and Drain cleaning buisness 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 the plumbing 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.

"Brian called me early the morning after the request, showed up to evaluate the bid the job exactly when he said he would, and got everything fixed quickly and completely. "

Jeff D on January 2025


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Lee's Air, Plumbing, & Heating
3299 SWETZER RD STE A
4.54(
164
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Approved Pro
Lee's Air, Plumbing, & Heating
3299 SWETZER RD STE A
4.54(
164
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 local quotes requested

Lee's Air, Plumbing & Heating specializes in the service, repair, and replacement of HVAC and plumbing systems. Our pricing for select services includes: Residential HVAC Diagnostics: $99 Residential Plumbing Diagnostics: $49 FREE Estimates for HVAC system replacements All estimates are provided at a flat rate when our technicians or plumbers are on-site. We also offer services for commercial businesses, with pricing that may vary based on location. Lee's Air is proud to partner with the SMUD Rebate Program to help customers save on energy-efficient upgrades. Contact our customer service team today for more details!

"I would recommend them. The =y were fast and I plan to use them for additional project"

Drake R on April 2025

Lee's Air, Plumbing & Heating specializes in the service, repair, and replacement of HVAC and plumbing systems. Our pricing for select services includes: Residential HVAC Diagnostics: $99 Residential Plumbing Diagnostics: $49 FREE Estimates for HVAC system replacements All estimates are provided at a flat rate when our technicians or plumbers are on-site. We also offer services for commercial businesses, with pricing that may vary based on location. Lee's Air is proud to partner with the SMUD Rebate Program to help customers save on energy-efficient upgrades. Contact our customer service team today for more details!

"I would recommend them. The =y were fast and I plan to use them for additional project"

Drake R on April 2025


CMS Plumbing - Sacramento Branch
Corporate Office- 545 Westchester Drive, Suite D
4.61(
115
)
Approved Pro
CMS Plumbing - Sacramento Branch
Corporate Office- 545 Westchester Drive, Suite D
4.61(
115
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

CMS Plumbing, has been a family owned and operated company since 2000. At CMS Plumbing, quality is always first and at a reasonable price. When you need a plumber think CMS Plumbing. Between the 2 owners we have over 40 years? experience in all aspects of plumbing. We have passed this knowledge and experience onto our technicians to ensure CMS Plumbers maintain higher quality.

"Kevin was polite, friendly and very professional. The kind of man that you want to do the job. The work he did looks great. He gave me professional advice on future jobs. I will definitely use CMS again. Thanks Kevin!"

Greg H on May 2025

CMS Plumbing, has been a family owned and operated company since 2000. At CMS Plumbing, quality is always first and at a reasonable price. When you need a plumber think CMS Plumbing. Between the 2 owners we have over 40 years? experience in all aspects of plumbing. We have passed this knowledge and experience onto our technicians to ensure CMS Plumbers maintain higher quality.

"Kevin was polite, friendly and very professional. The kind of man that you want to do the job. The work he did looks great. He gave me professional advice on future jobs. I will definitely use CMS again. Thanks Kevin!"

Greg H on May 2025


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Service Champions Heating & Air Conditioning
4430 Yankee Hill Rd
4.64(
654
)
Approved Pro
Service Champions Heating & Air Conditioning
4430 Yankee Hill Rd
4.64(
654
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
6257 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Service Champions is the leading heating and air conditioning contractor in Northern California servicing homeowners in East Bay, South Bay and Sacramento areas. We can make your home more comfortable and improve the quality of air you and your family breathe. We specialize in maintenance, repair and sales of all brands of air conditioners and heaters, and are experts in indoor air quality improvement through filtration, duct replacement, insulation and hospital grade UV lights. All the air conditioners we install have the new environmentally friendly refrigerant that does not damage the ozone. We also are huge proponents of super high efficient equipment, such as 95% efficient furnaces. This equipment saves homeowners a tremendous amount of money on their utility bills.

"The technicians, Chris F, Tyler H and Christian C, were friendly and personable. Great job on my new water heater! Chris got me 18 month financing with no interest. I would definitely use them again!"

Cindy F on June 2025

Service Champions is the leading heating and air conditioning contractor in Northern California servicing homeowners in East Bay, South Bay and Sacramento areas. We can make your home more comfortable and improve the quality of air you and your family breathe. We specialize in maintenance, repair and sales of all brands of air conditioners and heaters, and are experts in indoor air quality improvement through filtration, duct replacement, insulation and hospital grade UV lights. All the air conditioners we install have the new environmentally friendly refrigerant that does not damage the ozone. We also are huge proponents of super high efficient equipment, such as 95% efficient furnaces. This equipment saves homeowners a tremendous amount of money on their utility bills.

"The technicians, Chris F, Tyler H and Christian C, were friendly and personable. Great job on my new water heater! Chris got me 18 month financing with no interest. I would definitely use them again!"

Cindy F on June 2025


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America's Dream HomeWorks
7115 Watt Ave
4.09(
172
)
Approved Pro
America's Dream HomeWorks
7115 Watt Ave
4.09(
172
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
3439 local quotes requested
24 years of experience

America's Dream HomeWorks Is A Family-Owned Full Service Home Improvement Contractor In California Offering Complete Home Remodeling Services. We Help Homeowners And Property Owners With All Of Their Home Improvement Needs. With The Professional Knowledge And Vast Resources, We Are Able To Provide Our Customers With The Best Products, Unmatched Customer Service And Affordable Prices. Secondary Phone: Secondary 916.739.0996

"They didn't do what they said that they're gonna do. The paint job was spotty and it was unfinished cabinet work. I tried to call them to let know and they never even know who I am."

LeslieAnn G on August 2021

America's Dream HomeWorks Is A Family-Owned Full Service Home Improvement Contractor In California Offering Complete Home Remodeling Services. We Help Homeowners And Property Owners With All Of Their Home Improvement Needs. With The Professional Knowledge And Vast Resources, We Are Able To Provide Our Customers With The Best Products, Unmatched Customer Service And Affordable Prices. Secondary Phone: Secondary 916.739.0996

"They didn't do what they said that they're gonna do. The paint job was spotty and it was unfinished cabinet work. I tried to call them to let know and they never even know who I am."

LeslieAnn G on August 2021


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Fable Construction
Located In:
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Fable Construction
Located In:
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
299 local quotes requested

We specialize in kitchen, bath, and whole house remodels. We also provide additions, new builds, and ADU's. With experience since the early 2000's in the trades, we have the knowledge to get the job done professionally. Our staff here at Fable Construction are dedicated to excellence and satisfaction. We strive to give our clients the best experience possible while going through our processes.

"Kyle was very professional and gave us a breakdown of all items necessary for job. He was great to bounce ideas off of and we really appreciated his input. His daily cleanup was great and when the job was done he left the area spotless. We have used him for other repairs and would definitely recommend him."

Suzanne H on October 2024

We specialize in kitchen, bath, and whole house remodels. We also provide additions, new builds, and ADU's. With experience since the early 2000's in the trades, we have the knowledge to get the job done professionally. Our staff here at Fable Construction are dedicated to excellence and satisfaction. We strive to give our clients the best experience possible while going through our processes.

"Kyle was very professional and gave us a breakdown of all items necessary for job. He was great to bounce ideas off of and we really appreciated his input. His daily cleanup was great and when the job was done he left the area spotless. We have used him for other repairs and would definitely recommend him."

Suzanne H on October 2024


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JK Flanagan
15280 Neils Rd.
4.75(
4
)
Approved Pro
JK Flanagan
15280 Neils Rd.
4.75(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
383 local quotes requested

JK Flanagan is a build design/build general building contractor located in Placer County CA. We have been building in Northern California since 2009. With over a decade of successfully performing residential, commercial and industrial projects we have the knowledge, skill and experience that's essential for your building success. With our focus on service and quality, we strive to be the best. Construction materials and methods are constantly advancing, we always use the best proven methods and materials. We know our work will speak for us long after we're gone. That's why client satisfaction and building quality is our top priority, we will outperform your expectations. New Construction: Build, Design/Build, ground up and turnkey custom homes, additions, ADU's and buildings. Structural: Concrete, foundations, framing and retrofitting. Foundation repairs and leveling. Hardened structures: Fire, blast and ballistic rated structures. Gun and safe rooms. Underground and sub-level structures. B-General Building Contractor #: 938631 EXP: 10/31/2025

"James is a conscientious, observant, and reliable builder. I rely on and refer James regularly for his thoughtful and candid opinions, and input. I know my clients will receive the highest quality of service."

Joe L on April 2025

JK Flanagan is a build design/build general building contractor located in Placer County CA. We have been building in Northern California since 2009. With over a decade of successfully performing residential, commercial and industrial projects we have the knowledge, skill and experience that's essential for your building success. With our focus on service and quality, we strive to be the best. Construction materials and methods are constantly advancing, we always use the best proven methods and materials. We know our work will speak for us long after we're gone. That's why client satisfaction and building quality is our top priority, we will outperform your expectations. New Construction: Build, Design/Build, ground up and turnkey custom homes, additions, ADU's and buildings. Structural: Concrete, foundations, framing and retrofitting. Foundation repairs and leveling. Hardened structures: Fire, blast and ballistic rated structures. Gun and safe rooms. Underground and sub-level structures. B-General Building Contractor #: 938631 EXP: 10/31/2025

"James is a conscientious, observant, and reliable builder. I rely on and refer James regularly for his thoughtful and candid opinions, and input. I know my clients will receive the highest quality of service."

Joe L on April 2025


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SNS Construction
PO Box 1836
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
SNS Construction
PO Box 1836
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
169 local quotes requested

SNS Construction was established in 2018. Prior to that, I worked for two contractors during the previous five years. Born and raised in California, my family moved to Nevada County in 1999. I went to Deer Creek, 7 Hills and graduated with a Bachelors at Sonoma State in Accounting. I also hold a Masters in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University Irvine. My family is filled with contractors in a variety of industries. As a former collegiate athlete, staying active with my profession was the only option. I have a passion for construction. Our satisfied customers come from Grass Valley, Penn Valley, Auburn, Smartsville, Colfax, Yuba City, Browns Valley, and Weimar, California. We care about quality, safety, and exceeding customer expectations. Check out our customer testimonials, and see why we are chosen over the competition.

"Stellar work. Great attention to detail, beautiful craftsmanship, and professional team. Would definitely hire again and again and again."

Mona K on June 2024

SNS Construction was established in 2018. Prior to that, I worked for two contractors during the previous five years. Born and raised in California, my family moved to Nevada County in 1999. I went to Deer Creek, 7 Hills and graduated with a Bachelors at Sonoma State in Accounting. I also hold a Masters in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University Irvine. My family is filled with contractors in a variety of industries. As a former collegiate athlete, staying active with my profession was the only option. I have a passion for construction. Our satisfied customers come from Grass Valley, Penn Valley, Auburn, Smartsville, Colfax, Yuba City, Browns Valley, and Weimar, California. We care about quality, safety, and exceeding customer expectations. Check out our customer testimonials, and see why we are chosen over the competition.

"Stellar work. Great attention to detail, beautiful craftsmanship, and professional team. Would definitely hire again and again and again."

Mona K on June 2024

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FAQs for water heater installation and replacement projects in Grass Valley, CA

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.

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