We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service and repair for every heating and cooling need. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in heating and furnace systems, in addition to a variety of plumbing and HVAC related projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results & look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients. We guarantee your satisfaction. We install heat pumps, boilers, central ac systems, ductless ac systems, pool heaters and gas fireplaces. Fully licensed and insured
"This company should be called "High" Quality Home Services Plumbing Heating and AC. Large AC install done at a reasonable price with no hassles. Highly recommended."
Anthony N on April 2023
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service and repair for every heating and cooling need. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in heating and furnace systems, in addition to a variety of plumbing and HVAC related projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results & look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients. We guarantee your satisfaction. We install heat pumps, boilers, central ac systems, ductless ac systems, pool heaters and gas fireplaces. Fully licensed and insured
"This company should be called "High" Quality Home Services Plumbing Heating and AC. Large AC install done at a reasonable price with no hassles. Highly recommended."
Anthony N on April 2023
Archibald Heating & Air Conditioning has been providing top quality work for homeowners and Commercial Property owners in the Ulster and Dutchess County Area since 1938. Archibald Heating and Air conditioning was established in 1938 by my Grandparents William P. and Marvel Archibald. My Grandfather's vision of a strong contractor that can be "trusted" begins to take shape. He creates the Archibald Heating and Air Conditioning "Mission Statement". My Grandfather operated the company until his retirement in 1959 when my Father Wayne G. took over daily operations. I received ownership of the company in1989 with my Fathers retirement. The staff of Archibald Heating and Air Conditioning to this day strives to continue the vision of my Grandfather and Father. Never polluted by corporate buy-outs, driven soley by numbers or strictly profit oriented, we are truly driven by the commitment of a lasting and healthy relationship with you the client. We are currently training generation number four to receive the gift of daily operations inside one of the Hudson Valleys premier HVAC Contracting companies. We specialize in certifications, cleaning, installation, repair & maintenance of all makes & models of Furnaces & Central Air Conditioning units for your home. We welcome the opportunity to show you what experience, expertise & quality products can mean for the value of your home. Whether it�s small repair work or complete installation, we can handle any task with ease. We stand committed to getting the job done with highest quality workmanship a priority. We are a referral based company. People refer their friends and family to us because of the trust we've earned here in the Ulster and Dutchess County Area. We believe in open communication & up front pricing with no hidden surprises. We will be happy to provide a list of satisfied customers who will give reference to the quality of our work, upon request. Call Archibald Heating & Air Conditioning for the comfort of your family & the value of your home. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to review our company profile. We hope that you seek in your job the quality and service that this company can provide. Thank you for considering us as a potential supplier for your mechanical construction and service needs. DeWitt J. Archibald President
"Family owned business who shows up when they say they will, does excellent work at a very fair price. Honest, personable, and most of all reliable, stand behind their work. Highly recommend this business. They have also cleaned and maintained my furnace in the home I reside in, excellent people to work with."
Margaret A on October 2023
Archibald Heating & Air Conditioning has been providing top quality work for homeowners and Commercial Property owners in the Ulster and Dutchess County Area since 1938. Archibald Heating and Air conditioning was established in 1938 by my Grandparents William P. and Marvel Archibald. My Grandfather's vision of a strong contractor that can be "trusted" begins to take shape. He creates the Archibald Heating and Air Conditioning "Mission Statement". My Grandfather operated the company until his retirement in 1959 when my Father Wayne G. took over daily operations. I received ownership of the company in1989 with my Fathers retirement. The staff of Archibald Heating and Air Conditioning to this day strives to continue the vision of my Grandfather and Father. Never polluted by corporate buy-outs, driven soley by numbers or strictly profit oriented, we are truly driven by the commitment of a lasting and healthy relationship with you the client. We are currently training generation number four to receive the gift of daily operations inside one of the Hudson Valleys premier HVAC Contracting companies. We specialize in certifications, cleaning, installation, repair & maintenance of all makes & models of Furnaces & Central Air Conditioning units for your home. We welcome the opportunity to show you what experience, expertise & quality products can mean for the value of your home. Whether it�s small repair work or complete installation, we can handle any task with ease. We stand committed to getting the job done with highest quality workmanship a priority. We are a referral based company. People refer their friends and family to us because of the trust we've earned here in the Ulster and Dutchess County Area. We believe in open communication & up front pricing with no hidden surprises. We will be happy to provide a list of satisfied customers who will give reference to the quality of our work, upon request. Call Archibald Heating & Air Conditioning for the comfort of your family & the value of your home. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to review our company profile. We hope that you seek in your job the quality and service that this company can provide. Thank you for considering us as a potential supplier for your mechanical construction and service needs. DeWitt J. Archibald President
"Family owned business who shows up when they say they will, does excellent work at a very fair price. Honest, personable, and most of all reliable, stand behind their work. Highly recommend this business. They have also cleaned and maintained my furnace in the home I reside in, excellent people to work with."
Margaret A on October 2023
Serving the Hudson Valley from new construction to emergency services. Our services begin with a free consultation and a detailed estimate. The end result will be a turn-key package, ready for your enjoyment. Check out our Instagram and website at www.HNIBuilders.com
"They contacted my rite away, came out within 2 days. Gave me a fair price and did a great job. They far exceeded my expectations. Great people to deal with from beginning to end. Would use them and recommend them in the future."
Russell G on March 2019
Serving the Hudson Valley from new construction to emergency services. Our services begin with a free consultation and a detailed estimate. The end result will be a turn-key package, ready for your enjoyment. Check out our Instagram and website at www.HNIBuilders.com
"They contacted my rite away, came out within 2 days. Gave me a fair price and did a great job. They far exceeded my expectations. Great people to deal with from beginning to end. Would use them and recommend them in the future."
Russell G on March 2019
Southeast Plumbing and Heating is the areas #1 family owned plumbing and heating service since 1967. We pride ourselves on honesty, integrity, and affordable prices. Our team of professionals are ready to assist 24/7. No extra charge for holidays and weekends. Call us for a free estimate today! 845-821-4012
"First to reach out and help over the phone! Thanks Joe!"
Jodi W on January 2025
Southeast Plumbing and Heating is the areas #1 family owned plumbing and heating service since 1967. We pride ourselves on honesty, integrity, and affordable prices. Our team of professionals are ready to assist 24/7. No extra charge for holidays and weekends. Call us for a free estimate today! 845-821-4012
"First to reach out and help over the phone! Thanks Joe!"
Jodi W on January 2025
At JSP Home Services, their Kingston plumbers and HVAC technicians are dedicated to providing excellent customer service and will get the job done right the first time. They have over 50 years of combined experience helping individuals with matters such as bursting pipes, leaking toilets, backed sewage, broken HVAC systems, and more. They understand that emergencies can happen at any time, which is why they’re available 24/7. The Better Business Bureau gave JSP Home Services an A+ rating, while Home Advisor named them as an “Elite Service.” They can work on any make or model and have an indoor air quality specialist on their team. Call (845) 250-6470 to learn how their Kingston plumbers and technicians can help your home or business.
"BEST CONTRACTOR i’ve ever had to deal with Clean cut, uniformed, texted arrival info with tech pic, didn’t rush me and answered all my question’s Micael Kraiza IS THE BEST TOP NOTCH Trouble shot my problem which saved me $1,000’s of dollars This was my 2nd electrician, the first electrician failed in all categories Had 2 calls in for JSP, they are efficient, competent, their office/phone staff are KNOWLEDGEABLE AND KIND and accessible all day long"
Steve A on November 2024
At JSP Home Services, their Kingston plumbers and HVAC technicians are dedicated to providing excellent customer service and will get the job done right the first time. They have over 50 years of combined experience helping individuals with matters such as bursting pipes, leaking toilets, backed sewage, broken HVAC systems, and more. They understand that emergencies can happen at any time, which is why they’re available 24/7. The Better Business Bureau gave JSP Home Services an A+ rating, while Home Advisor named them as an “Elite Service.” They can work on any make or model and have an indoor air quality specialist on their team. Call (845) 250-6470 to learn how their Kingston plumbers and technicians can help your home or business.
"BEST CONTRACTOR i’ve ever had to deal with Clean cut, uniformed, texted arrival info with tech pic, didn’t rush me and answered all my question’s Micael Kraiza IS THE BEST TOP NOTCH Trouble shot my problem which saved me $1,000’s of dollars This was my 2nd electrician, the first electrician failed in all categories Had 2 calls in for JSP, they are efficient, competent, their office/phone staff are KNOWLEDGEABLE AND KIND and accessible all day long"
Steve A on November 2024
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Remodeling and Carpentry services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"These guys were so great. They were very professional and really nice. They did an excellent job that was on time and on budget. Plus they were fun to have around."
Deen M on April 2024
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Remodeling and Carpentry services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"These guys were so great. They were very professional and really nice. They did an excellent job that was on time and on budget. Plus they were fun to have around."
Deen M on April 2024
Hire Her Inc, proud winner of the Super Service Award 14 years in a row, specializes in home remodel & renovations. As a female-owned and owner-operated company we bring passion, commitment and dedication to each home improvement, remodel and renovation we take on. We offer a variety of services from kitchen remodel & renovation, bathroom remodel & renovation, and basement remodel & renovation to painting and flooring services. Contact us about a specific service if you are unsure. Owner operated. Rarely uses subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. For the fastest response, please email me at hirehernow@optonline.net
"I used Hire Her Home Improvement to build a Timber Tech deck and to reroute and upgrade the wiring to my garage. Every worker was professional, extremely competent and great to work with. We couldn't have been more pleased. We'll be hiring them again next year when we do the interior of our garage."
Ralph C on May 2025
Hire Her Inc, proud winner of the Super Service Award 14 years in a row, specializes in home remodel & renovations. As a female-owned and owner-operated company we bring passion, commitment and dedication to each home improvement, remodel and renovation we take on. We offer a variety of services from kitchen remodel & renovation, bathroom remodel & renovation, and basement remodel & renovation to painting and flooring services. Contact us about a specific service if you are unsure. Owner operated. Rarely uses subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. For the fastest response, please email me at hirehernow@optonline.net
"I used Hire Her Home Improvement to build a Timber Tech deck and to reroute and upgrade the wiring to my garage. Every worker was professional, extremely competent and great to work with. We couldn't have been more pleased. We'll be hiring them again next year when we do the interior of our garage."
Ralph C on May 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services, roofing and excavation. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today! "you name it, we do it'
"Dave and his crew were dependable, efficient and totally professional. We had an excellent result!"
Tom L on March 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services, roofing and excavation. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today! "you name it, we do it'
"Dave and his crew were dependable, efficient and totally professional. We had an excellent result!"
Tom L on March 2025
D. Rohde Home Services is a fully insured Home Service company that provides affordable top quality services to the Hudson Valley, including parts of Ulster, Dutchess, Columbia, Greene and Orange Counties. This family owned company has decades of experience and will always arrive at your home with a smile and with all of the tools and knowledge necessary to take care of any plumbing and heating problem, big or small. Bathroom or kitchen remodel? We do that too! We have no minimal trip charge and our pricing is designed to protect the consumer from being taken advantage of. We are there when you need us and will take care of your needs in the quickest, cleanest, and most professional way possible.
"I believe this was a scam. They arrived. There was almost a $300 estimate before starting the job estimate was never supplied blamed, getting a permit, which other plumber was able to get in less than a day never heard back until I complained still have not received an estimate play they did not wanna do the job and just took the money."
Frank M on August 2023
D. Rohde Home Services is a fully insured Home Service company that provides affordable top quality services to the Hudson Valley, including parts of Ulster, Dutchess, Columbia, Greene and Orange Counties. This family owned company has decades of experience and will always arrive at your home with a smile and with all of the tools and knowledge necessary to take care of any plumbing and heating problem, big or small. Bathroom or kitchen remodel? We do that too! We have no minimal trip charge and our pricing is designed to protect the consumer from being taken advantage of. We are there when you need us and will take care of your needs in the quickest, cleanest, and most professional way possible.
"I believe this was a scam. They arrived. There was almost a $300 estimate before starting the job estimate was never supplied blamed, getting a permit, which other plumber was able to get in less than a day never heard back until I complained still have not received an estimate play they did not wanna do the job and just took the money."
Frank M on August 2023
If your overflowing toilet causing your wallet to drain, contact Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Poughkeepsie today. Our highly trained plumbers in Poughkeepsie have the tools and technology to not only accurately diagnose the cause and root of the problem but to create lasting solutions. We understand your time is precious, which is why we work quickly and efficiently. Our team is available 24/7 to handle everything from broken pipes to clogged drains.
"Good work- well done"
Fred R on November 2024
If your overflowing toilet causing your wallet to drain, contact Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Poughkeepsie today. Our highly trained plumbers in Poughkeepsie have the tools and technology to not only accurately diagnose the cause and root of the problem but to create lasting solutions. We understand your time is precious, which is why we work quickly and efficiently. Our team is available 24/7 to handle everything from broken pipes to clogged drains.
"Good work- well done"
Fred R on November 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.