CALL US TODAY FOR 10% OFF! 201-591-5144 (mention this for the discount) Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Teaneck eases the stress that comes with plumbing problems of all kinds by offering flexible scheduling and punctual service.
"Professional, thorough. Went beyond on service call. Would highly recommend to anyone."
Patricia C on June 2025
CALL US TODAY FOR 10% OFF! 201-591-5144 (mention this for the discount) Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Teaneck eases the stress that comes with plumbing problems of all kinds by offering flexible scheduling and punctual service.
"Professional, thorough. Went beyond on service call. Would highly recommend to anyone."
Patricia C on June 2025
Thomas D. Evans is Rockaway's premiere company for plumbing repairs. Locally owned and operated with more than 30 years of experience providing friendly and quality service, Thomas D. Evans 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. Call today for your next plumbing project!
"Hired Tom to replace vales on 4 toilets and my bathroom sink. Arrived on time ready to start. He did an awesome job. He also noticed my refrigerator pump was leaking. He changed out the pump as well. Will be hiring him again for future plumbing issues."
Janice K on January 2025
Thomas D. Evans is Rockaway's premiere company for plumbing repairs. Locally owned and operated with more than 30 years of experience providing friendly and quality service, Thomas D. Evans 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. Call today for your next plumbing project!
"Hired Tom to replace vales on 4 toilets and my bathroom sink. Arrived on time ready to start. He did an awesome job. He also noticed my refrigerator pump was leaking. He changed out the pump as well. Will be hiring him again for future plumbing issues."
Janice K on January 2025
At All Pipeworks Plumbing & Heating, LLC. we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.
"Erik was great. Very professional, kind and knowledgeable. Highly recommend."
Lincoln S on February 2025
At All Pipeworks Plumbing & Heating, LLC. we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.
"Erik was great. Very professional, kind and knowledgeable. Highly recommend."
Lincoln S on February 2025
Thank you for looking into Brimmy's Plumbing and Heating LLC! We would be happy to help you with any plumbing and or boiler heating (hot water or steam) problems from repair to replacement. If you are looking for clean and fair service give us a call, we're here to help!
"Excellent job! Replaced a toilet, and left everything spotless, all at a very good price!"
Margaret T on February 2020
Thank you for looking into Brimmy's Plumbing and Heating LLC! We would be happy to help you with any plumbing and or boiler heating (hot water or steam) problems from repair to replacement. If you are looking for clean and fair service give us a call, we're here to help!
"Excellent job! Replaced a toilet, and left everything spotless, all at a very good price!"
Margaret T on February 2020
Our experience is serving our customers with 100% satisfaction on every project we take on. We will give you the peace of mind you need and deserve. Garden State Water Heaters, happily services the community with integrity, professionalism, and competitive pricing. We are fully licensed and insured, and have built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Thank you for the opportunity to introduce you to our company.
"Good plumber, explained well, decent price."
Brian R on June 2025
Our experience is serving our customers with 100% satisfaction on every project we take on. We will give you the peace of mind you need and deserve. Garden State Water Heaters, happily services the community with integrity, professionalism, and competitive pricing. We are fully licensed and insured, and have built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Thank you for the opportunity to introduce you to our company.
"Good plumber, explained well, decent price."
Brian R on June 2025
NJ Master Sewer & Plumbing provides reliable, high-quality plumbing and sewer services for homes and businesses across New Jersey. With over 15 years of experience, our licensed team specializes in drain cleaning, sewer and pipe repairs, leak detection, water heater installation, and bathroom/kitchen plumbing upgrades. We also offer 24/7 emergency plumbing services—because we know problems don’t wait. Our goal is simple: fast, professional, and affordable service done right the first time. Contact us today for a free estimate or to schedule a service! (732) 791-3140 (732) 900-3845
"Very knowledgeable and cordial "
Randy C on May 2025
NJ Master Sewer & Plumbing provides reliable, high-quality plumbing and sewer services for homes and businesses across New Jersey. With over 15 years of experience, our licensed team specializes in drain cleaning, sewer and pipe repairs, leak detection, water heater installation, and bathroom/kitchen plumbing upgrades. We also offer 24/7 emergency plumbing services—because we know problems don’t wait. Our goal is simple: fast, professional, and affordable service done right the first time. Contact us today for a free estimate or to schedule a service! (732) 791-3140 (732) 900-3845
"Very knowledgeable and cordial "
Randy C on May 2025
We are the premier plumbing, heating, air conditioning, drain cleaning, electrical and insulation company serving the New Jersey area for the last two decades. We pride ourselves as the number one service company. Call today!
"Timely and well done"
John B on December 2024
We are the premier plumbing, heating, air conditioning, drain cleaning, electrical and insulation company serving the New Jersey area for the last two decades. We pride ourselves as the number one service company. Call today!
"Timely and well done"
John B on December 2024
Specializing in PLUMBING SERVICES! We have been in business for 30 years! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Carmine did an excellent job removing and installing the hot water heater. It was Sunday afternoon and he came over within an hour, two hours later the job was completed. Really appreciated his help. Great guy, knows his business and was extra careful as if it was his own house to make sure nothing got damaged while transporting the old and new tanks. I’ll definitely call again for any more plumbing jobs. Thanks again"
Jason H on March 2025
Specializing in PLUMBING SERVICES! We have been in business for 30 years! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Carmine did an excellent job removing and installing the hot water heater. It was Sunday afternoon and he came over within an hour, two hours later the job was completed. Really appreciated his help. Great guy, knows his business and was extra careful as if it was his own house to make sure nothing got damaged while transporting the old and new tanks. I’ll definitely call again for any more plumbing jobs. Thanks again"
Jason H on March 2025
Plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems make your house livable. One minor issue with any of these systems can put your home at a standstill. In case you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, know that you can count on Gold Medal Service. For over 24 years, our company has been taking care of the homes of New Jersey residents through our top quality plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to address even the most mind-boggling issues of your in-home equipment. From repairs, installations, and upgrades, our technicians are known for getting the job done right every time. We also provide upfront pricing with a full description of the service before commencing work to avoid any surprises down the line.
"Wanted to charge $90 just to come out and give an estimate while I had other providers offering an estimate at no charge for sump pump installation. I declined an appointment with them."
Ron M on January 2024
Plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems make your house livable. One minor issue with any of these systems can put your home at a standstill. In case you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, know that you can count on Gold Medal Service. For over 24 years, our company has been taking care of the homes of New Jersey residents through our top quality plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to address even the most mind-boggling issues of your in-home equipment. From repairs, installations, and upgrades, our technicians are known for getting the job done right every time. We also provide upfront pricing with a full description of the service before commencing work to avoid any surprises down the line.
"Wanted to charge $90 just to come out and give an estimate while I had other providers offering an estimate at no charge for sump pump installation. I declined an appointment with them."
Ron M on January 2024
ZJ's Construction LLC. provides home improvement services with many years of experience. The owner, Luis Stalin Rivera, delivers only the finest work and is well known for his efficiency, honesty and competence. All of our employees come with experience of over a decade. Our company provides quality and professional services to exceed our customers' expectations. We provide 100% satisfaction leaving our customers proud of choosing our services. We can only guarantee the best!
"Perfect and friendly service. Clear information and fair price. Very good and clean work. Working on a new project, will hire him again."
Peter T on March 2025
ZJ's Construction LLC. provides home improvement services with many years of experience. The owner, Luis Stalin Rivera, delivers only the finest work and is well known for his efficiency, honesty and competence. All of our employees come with experience of over a decade. Our company provides quality and professional services to exceed our customers' expectations. We provide 100% satisfaction leaving our customers proud of choosing our services. We can only guarantee the best!
"Perfect and friendly service. Clear information and fair price. Very good and clean work. Working on a new project, will hire him again."
Peter T on March 2025
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.