Call the punctual plumbers in Florence for drain cleaning, leaky faucets, broken pipes slab leaks and more. These plumbing issues are also part of the extensive list of plumbing repairs easily handled by professional, licensed plumbers at Benjamin Franklin Plumbing. Whether your water heater stops working, your garbage disposal jams or your bathroom floods, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is your 24/7 plumbing specialist! Our plumbers have the knowledge, skills and tools to provide you with the best solutions for all your plumbing repair and installation needs. There is no job too large or too small for Benjamin Franklin Plumbing. We cater to all of your plumbing or remodeling needs. For everything from pipe leaks, clogged drains, bathroom remodels, water treatment systems or tankless water heater installations our licensed plumbers are the best in the business! Call us today and let us earn your business!
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Johnny J on May 2025
Call the punctual plumbers in Florence for drain cleaning, leaky faucets, broken pipes slab leaks and more. These plumbing issues are also part of the extensive list of plumbing repairs easily handled by professional, licensed plumbers at Benjamin Franklin Plumbing. Whether your water heater stops working, your garbage disposal jams or your bathroom floods, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is your 24/7 plumbing specialist! Our plumbers have the knowledge, skills and tools to provide you with the best solutions for all your plumbing repair and installation needs. There is no job too large or too small for Benjamin Franklin Plumbing. We cater to all of your plumbing or remodeling needs. For everything from pipe leaks, clogged drains, bathroom remodels, water treatment systems or tankless water heater installations our licensed plumbers are the best in the business! Call us today and let us earn your business!
"Great people, fast service!"
Johnny J on May 2025
We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you
"Danny did a great job was super quick to get here on a Sunday and fixed our hot water tank within 15 minutes we were good to go. Great experience and reasonable price "
Sydney S on May 2025
We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you
"Danny did a great job was super quick to get here on a Sunday and fixed our hot water tank within 15 minutes we were good to go. Great experience and reasonable price "
Sydney S on May 2025
We are a local family owned business that builds custom homes and home remodeling. We strive to be in constant communication with our customers until the job is complete. To get a free quote, or if you have questions or special requests, just drop us a line. We look forward to serving you!
"They did a wonderful job doing my master bath."
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We are a local family owned business that builds custom homes and home remodeling. We strive to be in constant communication with our customers until the job is complete. To get a free quote, or if you have questions or special requests, just drop us a line. We look forward to serving you!
"They did a wonderful job doing my master bath."
Jean M on February 2025
Florence Plumbing Maintenance, Repairs, and Installation Services Whether you’re dealing with the likes of a slow-moving drain, leaking water heater, or full-blown plumbing disaster, you must have a team of professionals you can rely on when your plumbing system fails. When you need a go-to plumber in Florence, turn to Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®. Our team provides authentic and trusted plumbing services to the homeowners in Florence and the surrounding areas. Our team takes the time to understand your plumbing issues and concerns, to better serve you and provide you with a solution that is made to last. We proudly serve Hartsville, Darlington, Effingham, Marion, Timmonsville, and surrounding areas!
"Was GREAT."
Timothy W on April 2024
Florence Plumbing Maintenance, Repairs, and Installation Services Whether you’re dealing with the likes of a slow-moving drain, leaking water heater, or full-blown plumbing disaster, you must have a team of professionals you can rely on when your plumbing system fails. When you need a go-to plumber in Florence, turn to Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®. Our team provides authentic and trusted plumbing services to the homeowners in Florence and the surrounding areas. Our team takes the time to understand your plumbing issues and concerns, to better serve you and provide you with a solution that is made to last. We proudly serve Hartsville, Darlington, Effingham, Marion, Timmonsville, and surrounding areas!
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Hill Plumbing & Air has been proudly serving the Sumter and Florence communities since 1925 with expert plumbing services and now Heating and Air Conditioning services as well. Our goal is to continue the proud tradition and build successful longstanding relationships with our customers through providing quality service, offering competitive pricing and going above and beyond with attention to detail in everything we do. We take pride in our services and educating our customers as well!
"Punctual and professional. We were on a tight timeline and the his follow up was great."
Rafael R on February 2025
Hill Plumbing & Air has been proudly serving the Sumter and Florence communities since 1925 with expert plumbing services and now Heating and Air Conditioning services as well. Our goal is to continue the proud tradition and build successful longstanding relationships with our customers through providing quality service, offering competitive pricing and going above and beyond with attention to detail in everything we do. We take pride in our services and educating our customers as well!
"Punctual and professional. We were on a tight timeline and the his follow up was great."
Rafael R on February 2025
Home remodeling like kitchens and bathrooms, porches, decks and more. 25 years experience. Owner operator. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.
"Darryl and his nephew did great work again, even as we added more to the remodel he made time to do the work. He replaced some of the sub flooring where I had weak spots, all new flooring and baseboard with accent. He also ripped out my old sliding glass door and replaced it with French doors that I bought which he also picked up for me. He will be doing my guest bathroom shower next."
JEREMY R on April 2025
Home remodeling like kitchens and bathrooms, porches, decks and more. 25 years experience. Owner operator. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.
"Darryl and his nephew did great work again, even as we added more to the remodel he made time to do the work. He replaced some of the sub flooring where I had weak spots, all new flooring and baseboard with accent. He also ripped out my old sliding glass door and replaced it with French doors that I bought which he also picked up for me. He will be doing my guest bathroom shower next."
JEREMY R on April 2025
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Virtually diagnose and/or repair your appliances and HVAC units today without anyone stepping foot inside your home! Starting at $45 you can take control of your home appliance repairs via video chat with a certified technician when it’s convenient for you. Make an appointment today on our website. Neli's certified technicians will work with you to conduct either a diagnosis to find out what's wrong or a repair. You will use Neli’s advanced video chat technology during your appointment. Schedule your appointment today at nelihome.com or call us at 833-876-0900!
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Whether you have a plumbing emergency or need service on your water heater, we’re there to make sure your issue is handled in a fast and expedient manner.
Whether you have a plumbing emergency or need service on your water heater, we’re there to make sure your issue is handled in a fast and expedient manner.
We are a small town company with values, we offer fair pricing without all the markups. We offer great service many options to fit any budget.
We are a small town company with values, we offer fair pricing without all the markups. We offer great service many options to fit any budget.
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.