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
In Business Since: 2014 In the industry since 1991, Hudson Valley HVAC, is your go to company for all your heating, cooling, and water treatment needs! We believe in an unparalleled attention to detail and a personable service like nothing you have ever experienced before. Give us a call and find out why we are Orange County's preferred HVAC service! BBB A+ rated Home Advisor 5 seals of Excellence Badges, including Elite Service Contractor. Be assured throughout this Global Pandemic, as a business in this essential HVAC Industry, we are taking all steps and measures to protect our clients as well as ourselves. Stay safe, be well. Financing Application Link: https://www.ffcapplication.com/?i=dSiJJLUfQM7onPhJRALIxoPaMaQVUUllvZjAL0TKsKo=
"This review is long overdue, we replaced our furnace end of February 2023. After getting a couple of quotes, I called Hudson Valley HVAC. Personable and professional, Mitch went over everything that needed to be done, remove and replace furnace informed me of the procedures they would use and gave me a fair estimate of job. He showed up on time, work was performed very efficiently and neatly. Highly recommend"
Richard Y on January 2024
In Business Since: 2014 In the industry since 1991, Hudson Valley HVAC, is your go to company for all your heating, cooling, and water treatment needs! We believe in an unparalleled attention to detail and a personable service like nothing you have ever experienced before. Give us a call and find out why we are Orange County's preferred HVAC service! BBB A+ rated Home Advisor 5 seals of Excellence Badges, including Elite Service Contractor. Be assured throughout this Global Pandemic, as a business in this essential HVAC Industry, we are taking all steps and measures to protect our clients as well as ourselves. Stay safe, be well. Financing Application Link: https://www.ffcapplication.com/?i=dSiJJLUfQM7onPhJRALIxoPaMaQVUUllvZjAL0TKsKo=
"This review is long overdue, we replaced our furnace end of February 2023. After getting a couple of quotes, I called Hudson Valley HVAC. Personable and professional, Mitch went over everything that needed to be done, remove and replace furnace informed me of the procedures they would use and gave me a fair estimate of job. He showed up on time, work was performed very efficiently and neatly. Highly recommend"
Richard Y on January 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Talking with Anthony before hand about the job , very informative and straightforward what to expect. Very reasonably priced, and am very impressed and satisfied with their quality work. I would recommend them, and have the before and after pictures to stand by it."
Randolph S on September 2023
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Talking with Anthony before hand about the job , very informative and straightforward what to expect. Very reasonably priced, and am very impressed and satisfied with their quality work. I would recommend them, and have the before and after pictures to stand by it."
Randolph S on September 2023
ASG 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.
"Alex did a great job replacing our water heater. He was straight forward with his rate, no hidden charges. He was very respectful and kind. I highly recommend his service! I will definitely contact him again for my future plumbing issues."
C E on April 2024
ASG 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.
"Alex did a great job replacing our water heater. He was straight forward with his rate, no hidden charges. He was very respectful and kind. I highly recommend his service! I will definitely contact him again for my future plumbing issues."
C E on April 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We believe in honest fair prices and for both the customer and us. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Fast and excellent service at a reasonable price. Alerted me to another serious issue and repaired it at the same time."
Mary B on March 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We believe in honest fair prices and for both the customer and us. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Fast and excellent service at a reasonable price. Alerted me to another serious issue and repaired it at the same time."
Mary B on March 2025
Were dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.
"Great job on the installation of a boiler and water heater. Very professional and prompt."
Ana C on June 2025
Were dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.
"Great job on the installation of a boiler and water heater. Very professional and prompt."
Ana C on June 2025
NYS Plumbing & Heating, 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. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Benny was more than a pro he was the only person who responded on such short notice on a weekend when I was having an emergency. He helped me immensely and I can’t thank him enough. A true professional. Thank you."
Geoffrey P on June 2025
NYS Plumbing & Heating, 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. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Benny was more than a pro he was the only person who responded on such short notice on a weekend when I was having an emergency. He helped me immensely and I can’t thank him enough. A true professional. Thank you."
Geoffrey P on June 2025
With 30 years of combined experience, Polar Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning is your #1 choice for plumbing, heating, water treatment and air conditioning needs in the Mid-Hudson Valley. So call or text 845-522-5112! Visit our website at www.callpolarpete.com to learn about the Polar experience.
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Brian H on July 2025
With 30 years of combined experience, Polar Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning is your #1 choice for plumbing, heating, water treatment and air conditioning needs in the Mid-Hudson Valley. So call or text 845-522-5112! Visit our website at www.callpolarpete.com to learn about the Polar experience.
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Brian H on July 2025
With 5 years of experience in the Plumbing Industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from sewer main clears to unclogging sinks, bathtubs, toilets, and main sewer lines. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give David Drain and Sewer a call today, we look forward to working with you! Industry, we are the experts you need.
"David replaced our old water heater with an efficient heater that saved us hundreds of dollars. He was friendly and very respectful as he explained our issue and how he would solve it. Ps. David also removed our old water heater with no problem. He did the entire job in a timely manner."
Leonard T on June 2025
With 5 years of experience in the Plumbing Industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from sewer main clears to unclogging sinks, bathtubs, toilets, and main sewer lines. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give David Drain and Sewer a call today, we look forward to working with you! Industry, we are the experts you need.
"David replaced our old water heater with an efficient heater that saved us hundreds of dollars. He was friendly and very respectful as he explained our issue and how he would solve it. Ps. David also removed our old water heater with no problem. He did the entire job in a timely manner."
Leonard T on June 2025
Gold Medal Plumbing, Inc., warrants and guarantees to the original purchaser, that should Customer accept and purchase Gold Medal's recommended repair, such repair shall be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions for as long as the Customer owns the residence in which the recommended repair was provided or until the Unit in which the covered repair was performed, if applicable, is replaced.
"They were here when they said they would. The gentleman who came took his time and explained what he did and what should be done in the near future. Appreciated him exlaining everything to me."
Cheryl a on July 2023
Gold Medal Plumbing, Inc., warrants and guarantees to the original purchaser, that should Customer accept and purchase Gold Medal's recommended repair, such repair shall be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions for as long as the Customer owns the residence in which the recommended repair was provided or until the Unit in which the covered repair was performed, if applicable, is replaced.
"They were here when they said they would. The gentleman who came took his time and explained what he did and what should be done in the near future. Appreciated him exlaining everything to me."
Cheryl a on July 2023
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.