Smith Enterprises 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. Call us today!
"Lonnie Smith called me promptly, showed up on time and fixed my furnace. He was polite, efficient, funny and kind. You won't be sorry if you hire him."
Mare T on May 2019
Smith Enterprises 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. Call us today!
"Lonnie Smith called me promptly, showed up on time and fixed my furnace. He was polite, efficient, funny and kind. You won't be sorry if you hire him."
Mare T on May 2019
Locally owned and operated by lifetime Sullivan County resident Bob Mapes and his family, Black Bear Fuel Oil provides one-stop convenience with a personal touch for all your home comfort and commercial service needs. Whether you need heating oil for your home or business, plumbing or HVAC maintenance and installations, or 24/7/365 emergency service, Black Bear will be there when and where you need us. You can rely on Black Bear for: ∎honest, prompt and courteous service ∎full-service home comfort and commercial fuel support ∎trained, knowledgeable technicians ∎24/7/365 emergency coverage ∎individual attention ∎reliable supply and quality products
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PDOT 2 on May 2025
Locally owned and operated by lifetime Sullivan County resident Bob Mapes and his family, Black Bear Fuel Oil provides one-stop convenience with a personal touch for all your home comfort and commercial service needs. Whether you need heating oil for your home or business, plumbing or HVAC maintenance and installations, or 24/7/365 emergency service, Black Bear will be there when and where you need us. You can rely on Black Bear for: ∎honest, prompt and courteous service ∎full-service home comfort and commercial fuel support ∎trained, knowledgeable technicians ∎24/7/365 emergency coverage ∎individual attention ∎reliable supply and quality products
"Yes this help a lot"
PDOT 2 on May 2025
10+ years of experience! Hey there! I have been in business since 2020. I provide quality work. Always on time . Always trying to make my customers satisfy. Have great communication with clients. Looking forward to work on your next project. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
10+ years of experience! Hey there! I have been in business since 2020. I provide quality work. Always on time . Always trying to make my customers satisfy. Have great communication with clients. Looking forward to work on your next project. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
Jones Services is now a NO CONTACT service company. Our plumbers, electricians and HVAC technicians are running NO CONTACT service calls. We literally stand in different rooms than our customers, emailing or reading out loud our findings. No handshakes, no paperwork, not even allowing customers to touch iPads. Our technicians wear disinfected gloves, use disinfected tools and whip down anything their gloves and tools touch after servicing equipment. We practice NO CONTACT at work now too. Technicians are not allowed in the office, equipment and parts are delivered to their trucks in the parking lot. Only one employee per vehicle. All company meetings are conducted via Zoom. Most office personal are working from home. Those in the office work apart from each other. No one wants to be quarantined with their toilets backing up, without water or electricity or heat or hot water and now without air conditioning or air filtration or air purification. We are doing everything we can to help all our employees stay health to protect ourselves and our customers.
"Excellent work - on time and professional and even took time out to reprogram the thermostats"
John L on June 2025
Jones Services is now a NO CONTACT service company. Our plumbers, electricians and HVAC technicians are running NO CONTACT service calls. We literally stand in different rooms than our customers, emailing or reading out loud our findings. No handshakes, no paperwork, not even allowing customers to touch iPads. Our technicians wear disinfected gloves, use disinfected tools and whip down anything their gloves and tools touch after servicing equipment. We practice NO CONTACT at work now too. Technicians are not allowed in the office, equipment and parts are delivered to their trucks in the parking lot. Only one employee per vehicle. All company meetings are conducted via Zoom. Most office personal are working from home. Those in the office work apart from each other. No one wants to be quarantined with their toilets backing up, without water or electricity or heat or hot water and now without air conditioning or air filtration or air purification. We are doing everything we can to help all our employees stay health to protect ourselves and our customers.
"Excellent work - on time and professional and even took time out to reprogram the thermostats"
John L on June 2025
We're licensed and insured to build your dream living spaces. Kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, patios, living rooms, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"Excellent work! Was started and completed quickly so I could start enjoying it! The price was very good for the quality of work that was done!"
Anthony P on December 2024
We're licensed and insured to build your dream living spaces. Kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, patios, living rooms, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"Excellent work! Was started and completed quickly so I could start enjoying it! The price was very good for the quality of work that was done!"
Anthony P on December 2024
I have been in the construction business for over 30 years and am very knowledgable in all areas of the trade. I am fully insured.
"It could not have gone any better. I wish we would have met Steve 20 years ago. He is knowledgeable, professional and his work shows his years of experience."
Jimmy/ Lena R on March 2024
I have been in the construction business for over 30 years and am very knowledgable in all areas of the trade. I am fully insured.
"It could not have gone any better. I wish we would have met Steve 20 years ago. He is knowledgeable, professional and his work shows his years of experience."
Jimmy/ Lena R on March 2024
AMV is family owned and operated. We offer professional, clean, curtious service. We value each and every one of our clients; however, we offer our Angie's List clientele a 5% discount off of the price of labor.
"I did not get the opportunity to perform the inspection we wanted to do with this company because it was canceled at the last minute, but Aleks made the whole the process easy. He was always on top of any detail this inspection required. He was very professional and pleasant to work with. Definitely will contact him again when the time comes. Margarita R. GCI Consultants."
Margarita R on October 2023
AMV is family owned and operated. We offer professional, clean, curtious service. We value each and every one of our clients; however, we offer our Angie's List clientele a 5% discount off of the price of labor.
"I did not get the opportunity to perform the inspection we wanted to do with this company because it was canceled at the last minute, but Aleks made the whole the process easy. He was always on top of any detail this inspection required. He was very professional and pleasant to work with. Definitely will contact him again when the time comes. Margarita R. GCI Consultants."
Margarita R on October 2023
"Welcome to PUNCHLIST. We're thrilled to be your partner for your home renovation or addition project. From kitchen and bath remodels to full-scale expansions, our team of professionals is dedicated to delivering outstanding service and results from initial consultation to final completion. From concept to completion, our dedicated listening team will work closely with you to ensure your project turns out exactly as you envision. We'll help you navigate every aspect, from spatial layout to color palette and all the details in between. Simply sit back, relax, and let us handle the details while you enjoy a stress-free experience. Join our growing list of satisfied customers who have discovered the Punchlist difference and are grateful for choosing us to bring their projects to life. Thank you again for choosing “PUNCHLIST” We're delighted to welcome you to our community of satisfied customers who have experienced the PUNCHLIST difference. We're honored to have you on board and look forward to delivering exceptional results that exceed your expectations!
"Fantastic, very good. The job was done to perfection in a timely manner, and the price was very reasonable."
Ahron G on December 2024
"Welcome to PUNCHLIST. We're thrilled to be your partner for your home renovation or addition project. From kitchen and bath remodels to full-scale expansions, our team of professionals is dedicated to delivering outstanding service and results from initial consultation to final completion. From concept to completion, our dedicated listening team will work closely with you to ensure your project turns out exactly as you envision. We'll help you navigate every aspect, from spatial layout to color palette and all the details in between. Simply sit back, relax, and let us handle the details while you enjoy a stress-free experience. Join our growing list of satisfied customers who have discovered the Punchlist difference and are grateful for choosing us to bring their projects to life. Thank you again for choosing “PUNCHLIST” We're delighted to welcome you to our community of satisfied customers who have experienced the PUNCHLIST difference. We're honored to have you on board and look forward to delivering exceptional results that exceed your expectations!
"Fantastic, very good. The job was done to perfection in a timely manner, and the price was very reasonable."
Ahron G on December 2024
Over 30 year family business - have done it all from residential to commercial jobs such as the Garnet Hospital in Middletown ny to framing well over 1000s of homes in Orange County ny. We do rough framing to finish work. Some of the major jobs you can “Google” include : • Black Barn Restaurant - Manhattan, NY • Garnet Hospital - Middletown, NY • Diamond Mills Hotel / Banquet Hall - Saugerties, NY • Rowan University- New Jersey
"I had the pleasure of working with Joe recently, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. From the very beginning, he was courteous and professional, which made communication smooth and easy. He was also prompt, arriving on time and completing the work within the expected timeline. The pricing was fair and transparent, and I felt that I received great value for the quality of work provided. I would absolutely hire him again for future projects and highly recommend him to others. Truly a great experience all around!"
Ann M on March 2025
Over 30 year family business - have done it all from residential to commercial jobs such as the Garnet Hospital in Middletown ny to framing well over 1000s of homes in Orange County ny. We do rough framing to finish work. Some of the major jobs you can “Google” include : • Black Barn Restaurant - Manhattan, NY • Garnet Hospital - Middletown, NY • Diamond Mills Hotel / Banquet Hall - Saugerties, NY • Rowan University- New Jersey
"I had the pleasure of working with Joe recently, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. From the very beginning, he was courteous and professional, which made communication smooth and easy. He was also prompt, arriving on time and completing the work within the expected timeline. The pricing was fair and transparent, and I felt that I received great value for the quality of work provided. I would absolutely hire him again for future projects and highly recommend him to others. Truly a great experience all around!"
Ann M on March 2025
Excavating land clearing old barn removal trenching demo foundation digging retaining walls and complete home renovations.
"Superb. Great contractor. Skilled in all areas of building construction, demolition, heavy equipment operation. Very nice guy. Hard working. Reasonable pricing."
Keith I on December 2023
Excavating land clearing old barn removal trenching demo foundation digging retaining walls and complete home renovations.
"Superb. Great contractor. Skilled in all areas of building construction, demolition, heavy equipment operation. Very nice guy. Hard working. Reasonable pricing."
Keith I on December 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.