Harts is your trusted local provider for all your plumbing, electrical, and HVAC needs. With 10 years of business experience, our certified team specializes in delivering top-quality residential and commercial solutions in the PNW. From emergency repairs to routine maintenance, we pride ourselves on using the latest technology for efficient diagnostics and repairs, ensuring minimal disruption to your daily life. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making your satisfaction our number one priority. Our company has been serving the local community with dedication and professionalism for over a decade. We specialize in a wide range of services, from intricate electrical installations and repairs to comprehensive plumbing work, including leak detection, pipe repairs, fixture installations, and much more. You can trust Harts Plumbers, Electricians, & HVAC Technicians for professional and friendly service for all your plumbing, electrical, & HVAC projects. Call us today!
"Prompt, professional, friendly. Not the cheapest but good work and reliable. "
Brian V on June 2025
Harts is your trusted local provider for all your plumbing, electrical, and HVAC needs. With 10 years of business experience, our certified team specializes in delivering top-quality residential and commercial solutions in the PNW. From emergency repairs to routine maintenance, we pride ourselves on using the latest technology for efficient diagnostics and repairs, ensuring minimal disruption to your daily life. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making your satisfaction our number one priority. Our company has been serving the local community with dedication and professionalism for over a decade. We specialize in a wide range of services, from intricate electrical installations and repairs to comprehensive plumbing work, including leak detection, pipe repairs, fixture installations, and much more. You can trust Harts Plumbers, Electricians, & HVAC Technicians for professional and friendly service for all your plumbing, electrical, & HVAC projects. Call us today!
"Prompt, professional, friendly. Not the cheapest but good work and reliable. "
Brian V on June 2025
The emergency specialists at Rescue Rooter are your best source for comprehensive plumbing and drain cleaning services. You don't have to put up with slow drains, broken water heaters, leaking pipes, or dripping faucets. Our team of emergency specialists can repair your plumbing problems and keep your home or business running smoothly. We can arrange an appointment to fit your schedule. Plus, 60-minute emergency service is available. Remember, "Nobody handles your plumbing disaster faster."
"They did a good job and got someone out quickly."
Zach E on March 2025
The emergency specialists at Rescue Rooter are your best source for comprehensive plumbing and drain cleaning services. You don't have to put up with slow drains, broken water heaters, leaking pipes, or dripping faucets. Our team of emergency specialists can repair your plumbing problems and keep your home or business running smoothly. We can arrange an appointment to fit your schedule. Plus, 60-minute emergency service is available. Remember, "Nobody handles your plumbing disaster faster."
"They did a good job and got someone out quickly."
Zach E on March 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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.
"Intrepid did an incredible job in a time that we really had an emergency. They had our water heater diagnosed and replaced luckily within 24 hours. On top of the urgency that we needed a replacement, the price was really fair. Robert did a great job and was very friendly and professional while working at my house. They left no mess and removed the old water heater. 10/10 would use again"
Marc B on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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.
"Intrepid did an incredible job in a time that we really had an emergency. They had our water heater diagnosed and replaced luckily within 24 hours. On top of the urgency that we needed a replacement, the price was really fair. Robert did a great job and was very friendly and professional while working at my house. They left no mess and removed the old water heater. 10/10 would use again"
Marc B on April 2025
Plumbing Champions is built on hard work and hands-on experience in the plumbing industry. We serve residential clients, providing reliable plumbing solutions for every challenge, from faucet installations to unexpected repairs. What we enjoy most is meeting new people and tackling new challenges each day. With experience across various companies, we know how to deliver superior service and results that exceed expectations. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the costumers 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. Call us today!
"They were great. Showed up same day, installed in 1 hour. Easy peasy and the best deal!"
Alex W on May 2025
Plumbing Champions is built on hard work and hands-on experience in the plumbing industry. We serve residential clients, providing reliable plumbing solutions for every challenge, from faucet installations to unexpected repairs. What we enjoy most is meeting new people and tackling new challenges each day. With experience across various companies, we know how to deliver superior service and results that exceed expectations. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the costumers 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. Call us today!
"They were great. Showed up same day, installed in 1 hour. Easy peasy and the best deal!"
Alex W on May 2025
Beacon Plumbing 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.
"The tech explained everything and was very polite."
Michelle B on April 2025
Beacon Plumbing 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.
"The tech explained everything and was very polite."
Michelle B on April 2025
Seatown Plumbing proudly serves the greater Seattle area with expert plumbing services you can count on. Whether it’s a leaky faucet, clogged drain, water heater repair, or full repipe, our licensed and background-checked plumbers are ready to help—fast. We treat every customer like family, offering upfront pricing, clean and respectful service, and free estimates on larger jobs. Our team receives weekly training to stay current on the latest plumbing technology and code changes. From emergency repairs to long-term solutions, Seatown Plumbing delivers reliable, high-quality workmanship backed by a commitment to your satisfaction.
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Elizabeth C on May 2025
Seatown Plumbing proudly serves the greater Seattle area with expert plumbing services you can count on. Whether it’s a leaky faucet, clogged drain, water heater repair, or full repipe, our licensed and background-checked plumbers are ready to help—fast. We treat every customer like family, offering upfront pricing, clean and respectful service, and free estimates on larger jobs. Our team receives weekly training to stay current on the latest plumbing technology and code changes. From emergency repairs to long-term solutions, Seatown Plumbing delivers reliable, high-quality workmanship backed by a commitment to your satisfaction.
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Elizabeth C on May 2025
West Mechanical, Inc., has been in business for more than 30 years. With offices in Bellingham, Burlington and Friday Harbor, We specialize in furnace, heat pump, radiant floor heat, geothermal heat pumps, water heaters and Tankless water heater installation and service. West Mechanical is proud to say we are American Standard Customer Care Dealers. Our goal is customer satisfaction. We offer choices to fit your budget and comfort concerns we want to be your contractor of choice. No matter what the weather is outside West Mechanical will keep comfortabe inside.
"Great service. Great work from their technicians. Fair pricing."
William P on February 2025
West Mechanical, Inc., has been in business for more than 30 years. With offices in Bellingham, Burlington and Friday Harbor, We specialize in furnace, heat pump, radiant floor heat, geothermal heat pumps, water heaters and Tankless water heater installation and service. West Mechanical is proud to say we are American Standard Customer Care Dealers. Our goal is customer satisfaction. We offer choices to fit your budget and comfort concerns we want to be your contractor of choice. No matter what the weather is outside West Mechanical will keep comfortabe inside.
"Great service. Great work from their technicians. Fair pricing."
William P on February 2025
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 an estimate today!
"Showed up on time, reasonable price, good work"
David C on March 2025
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 an estimate today!
"Showed up on time, reasonable price, good work"
David C on March 2025
#1 Water Heaters, based in Lake Stevens, Snohomish County & Serving The Greater Seattle Area. We provide WATER HEATER INSTALLATION, repair, inspections, and service maintenance on all major makes and models. From electric, gas and propane TANK water heaters to TANKLESS, HEAT PUMP and COMBI BOILER hot water solutions. We also offer the best price guarantee on water heater installation and replacements and we intstall every major brand of water heaters and tankless systems. Ask us about our 10 year warranty on water heater tanks!
"Job was done professionally and efficiently. Immediate availability."
Alex L on April 2025
#1 Water Heaters, based in Lake Stevens, Snohomish County & Serving The Greater Seattle Area. We provide WATER HEATER INSTALLATION, repair, inspections, and service maintenance on all major makes and models. From electric, gas and propane TANK water heaters to TANKLESS, HEAT PUMP and COMBI BOILER hot water solutions. We also offer the best price guarantee on water heater installation and replacements and we intstall every major brand of water heaters and tankless systems. Ask us about our 10 year warranty on water heater tanks!
"Job was done professionally and efficiently. Immediate availability."
Alex L on April 2025
AllPro Remodeling Specialists, LLC has the experience and knowledge necessary to make sure that your project is completed on time with quality service and workmanship. We will help you design your new space and we strive to complete each project on time and at or under budget. Our years of experience have given us the knowledge and skills needed to accomplish this from day one and throughout the duration of the project. Your satisfaction is important to us. Let us show you the difference true professionalism can mean to you. We are a family owned business and we want everything to be done 110%. It's all about the customer and what you want, plain and simple. Positive attitudes, responsible, reliable, fast and perfect! If you want professional work, positive attitudes, strive for perfection, clean work places, fast work and caring contractors, then you want us to do your work!
"Allpro/Shawn and crew did a couple of full house repair/remodel jobs for me with excellent results. Hard working, creative, honest!!!"
Don L on March 2024
AllPro Remodeling Specialists, LLC has the experience and knowledge necessary to make sure that your project is completed on time with quality service and workmanship. We will help you design your new space and we strive to complete each project on time and at or under budget. Our years of experience have given us the knowledge and skills needed to accomplish this from day one and throughout the duration of the project. Your satisfaction is important to us. Let us show you the difference true professionalism can mean to you. We are a family owned business and we want everything to be done 110%. It's all about the customer and what you want, plain and simple. Positive attitudes, responsible, reliable, fast and perfect! If you want professional work, positive attitudes, strive for perfection, clean work places, fast work and caring contractors, then you want us to do your work!
"Allpro/Shawn and crew did a couple of full house repair/remodel jobs for me with excellent results. Hard working, creative, honest!!!"
Don L on March 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.