THE GAS WORKS OF TAMPA BAY INC: We take great pride 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. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Great install"
Jason M on February 2023
THE GAS WORKS OF TAMPA BAY INC: We take great pride 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. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Great install"
Jason M on February 2023
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.
MFP has handled countless water heater installations in the Tampa area. We specialize in this service, and that allows us to get your new heater installed more quickly and economically than conventional plumbing companies that handle many different plumbing projects at the same time. Seconds feel like centuries when you're standing in an ice-cold shower; we move fast so you don't have to!
"When my 25 year old hot water heater gave up the ghost I turned to Angi for a list of approved plumbers. Plumbing is a service industry , and it’s going to be good customer rapport that will make or break a sale. I was contacted by Alex with Mid-Florida Plumbing and from our initial phone conversation to the completion of the job, this personable and capable young man not only executed the tricky water heater removal and replacement, but instructed me in its care and feeding, answered my questions about other funky stuff around the house, and fixed my cranky toilet. It ended up being a fun experience and I definitely recommend Alex for your plumbing needs."
Pat L on June 2025
MFP has handled countless water heater installations in the Tampa area. We specialize in this service, and that allows us to get your new heater installed more quickly and economically than conventional plumbing companies that handle many different plumbing projects at the same time. Seconds feel like centuries when you're standing in an ice-cold shower; we move fast so you don't have to!
"When my 25 year old hot water heater gave up the ghost I turned to Angi for a list of approved plumbers. Plumbing is a service industry , and it’s going to be good customer rapport that will make or break a sale. I was contacted by Alex with Mid-Florida Plumbing and from our initial phone conversation to the completion of the job, this personable and capable young man not only executed the tricky water heater removal and replacement, but instructed me in its care and feeding, answered my questions about other funky stuff around the house, and fixed my cranky toilet. It ended up being a fun experience and I definitely recommend Alex for your plumbing needs."
Pat L on June 2025
Recognized as the leading Home Services Company, We have been providing installations, repairs, maintenance, and exceptional customer service for over 70 Years. We have built an excellent reputation because your comfort and satisfaction is our number one priority. Our Professionals are licensed, insured and bonded. We install, maintain, and provide repairs for all of your cooling, heating, electrical and plumbing needs. Our staff, quality, products and integrity set us apart from others in the home services industry. We pride ourselves in providing the highest level of service to the following areas: Tampa bay, Clearwater, Largo, Duendin, Palm Harbor, Seminole, Pinellas Park, and Saint Petersburg
"Very professional and friendly"
tabitha g on July 2023
Recognized as the leading Home Services Company, We have been providing installations, repairs, maintenance, and exceptional customer service for over 70 Years. We have built an excellent reputation because your comfort and satisfaction is our number one priority. Our Professionals are licensed, insured and bonded. We install, maintain, and provide repairs for all of your cooling, heating, electrical and plumbing needs. Our staff, quality, products and integrity set us apart from others in the home services industry. We pride ourselves in providing the highest level of service to the following areas: Tampa bay, Clearwater, Largo, Duendin, Palm Harbor, Seminole, Pinellas Park, and Saint Petersburg
"Very professional and friendly"
tabitha g on July 2023
IERNA's Heating & Cooling is a local; full-service air conditioning, heating and plumbing contractor since 2003. Through hard work and dedication to our employees, our customers and our community; IERNA's has continued to grown year after year. We now employee nearly 100 team members with more than 50 trucks on the road. This gives us the ability to provide our customers in the Tampa Bay Area with the Prompt, Professional and Courteous HVAC and Plumbing Services they expect and deserve. IERNA's mission is to be the Tampa Bay areas premier Home Services provider that far exceeds the expectations of our customers setting the bar for others to follow. Our certified pros are trained, experienced and licensed to install, repair and service & maintain ALL MAKES and MODELS of ac and plumbing equipment. For more information about IERNA's Heating & Cooling please visit www.iernaair.com or call 813-948-6355.
"They were very good."
Bill B on July 2024
IERNA's Heating & Cooling is a local; full-service air conditioning, heating and plumbing contractor since 2003. Through hard work and dedication to our employees, our customers and our community; IERNA's has continued to grown year after year. We now employee nearly 100 team members with more than 50 trucks on the road. This gives us the ability to provide our customers in the Tampa Bay Area with the Prompt, Professional and Courteous HVAC and Plumbing Services they expect and deserve. IERNA's mission is to be the Tampa Bay areas premier Home Services provider that far exceeds the expectations of our customers setting the bar for others to follow. Our certified pros are trained, experienced and licensed to install, repair and service & maintain ALL MAKES and MODELS of ac and plumbing equipment. For more information about IERNA's Heating & Cooling please visit www.iernaair.com or call 813-948-6355.
"They were very good."
Bill B on July 2024
Kelly Plumbing, LLC is where you want to go for all you water heater needs. With their commitment to their home owners call today and don't forget to ask about solar water heaters too!
"These guys are super good. They cleared my drain that was looking hopeless. They didn't give up. Mission accomplished."
Dave C on March 2025
Kelly Plumbing, LLC is where you want to go for all you water heater needs. With their commitment to their home owners call today and don't forget to ask about solar water heaters too!
"These guys are super good. They cleared my drain that was looking hopeless. They didn't give up. Mission accomplished."
Dave C on March 2025
We offer a variety of remodeling services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"Jason did an excellent job for me, for sure I will hire him again."
Jose V on January 2025
We offer a variety of remodeling services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"Jason did an excellent job for me, for sure I will hire him again."
Jose V on January 2025
We Specialize in drain cleaning and Plumbing services. We guarantee quality work with fair pricing. We OFFER 15% DISCOUNTS to military, first responders, and senior citizens!
"My bathroom was clogged my toilet and shower would not drain. They came out the next day and hydrojetted my home and got it all fixed within an hour!! Highly recommend"
Kali d on March 2025
We Specialize in drain cleaning and Plumbing services. We guarantee quality work with fair pricing. We OFFER 15% DISCOUNTS to military, first responders, and senior citizens!
"My bathroom was clogged my toilet and shower would not drain. They came out the next day and hydrojetted my home and got it all fixed within an hour!! Highly recommend"
Kali d on March 2025
At Performance Air Conditioning, Electrical & Plumbing, customers will find a team of highly-skilled, fully licensed, and insured technicians who can provide a comprehensive range of home services. Whether you are looking help handling HVAC repairs, water heater installation, electrical safety inspections, drain cleaning, or anything in between, you can count on this Clearwater home service team. They have proudly served clients throughout the community since 1959 and are available for service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This is a team of reliable, professional experts who are committed to doing a thorough job and ensuring that you have everything you need. Call the office today to learn more about your options!
"My review has not appeared on the Performance Air primary site which consists of positive reviews, so I'll try to replicate here. I've also contacted the BBB. Company ads indicate "service 24/7" which is misleading. Yes, you can speak w/ someone at the company, but they can't or won't send a tech 24/7. Our a/c went out Sat evening, 9/16, and they said someone would be out Tues, 9/20. When I said that won't work they scheduled us for the next day, Sunday, between 10a and 2p. Needless to say they didn't show. I called dispatch to see when someone would arrive and was told the tech was delayed on another job. Finally about 5:30p I was told "you're not on the schedule." A wasted day in the heat when I could have called someone else. Our Trane unit (bought from Performance) is less than 8 years old and is maintained only by Performance Air via a service contract. The company is eager for us to replace the unit. When Trane and other brands are properly maintained they typically last much longer than 8 years. The company overcharges on parts, which I've called them out on and had the price reduced (check the records if they'll let you...you have our permission.) Hughes Gulfport FL"
Bob H on September 2023
At Performance Air Conditioning, Electrical & Plumbing, customers will find a team of highly-skilled, fully licensed, and insured technicians who can provide a comprehensive range of home services. Whether you are looking help handling HVAC repairs, water heater installation, electrical safety inspections, drain cleaning, or anything in between, you can count on this Clearwater home service team. They have proudly served clients throughout the community since 1959 and are available for service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This is a team of reliable, professional experts who are committed to doing a thorough job and ensuring that you have everything you need. Call the office today to learn more about your options!
"My review has not appeared on the Performance Air primary site which consists of positive reviews, so I'll try to replicate here. I've also contacted the BBB. Company ads indicate "service 24/7" which is misleading. Yes, you can speak w/ someone at the company, but they can't or won't send a tech 24/7. Our a/c went out Sat evening, 9/16, and they said someone would be out Tues, 9/20. When I said that won't work they scheduled us for the next day, Sunday, between 10a and 2p. Needless to say they didn't show. I called dispatch to see when someone would arrive and was told the tech was delayed on another job. Finally about 5:30p I was told "you're not on the schedule." A wasted day in the heat when I could have called someone else. Our Trane unit (bought from Performance) is less than 8 years old and is maintained only by Performance Air via a service contract. The company is eager for us to replace the unit. When Trane and other brands are properly maintained they typically last much longer than 8 years. The company overcharges on parts, which I've called them out on and had the price reduced (check the records if they'll let you...you have our permission.) Hughes Gulfport FL"
Bob H on September 2023
With over 80 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing and baths project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"On 5/29/25 Tristin came to my house and gave me a quote on a new shower remodel with a new toilet, and we signed the contract. I thought $12,000 plus was exorbitant, but Tristin assured me that Long Home uses quality materials, excellent craftsmanship, and excellent service. He told me that they will replace all the pipes, and the shower and toilet will have lifetime warranties. So, I agreed and gave him half down and it was scheduled for the 6/27/25 and 6/28/25. Tristian called me on the 6/5/25 and told me that for the shower I choose the half wall that was part of my existing shower would have to be removed, he said otherwise I would have to pay an additional $1,500+, because the shower I agreed to couldn’t be installed otherwise. I told Tristin on 5/29/25 that I did not want the wall removed, but after talking to Tristin on the 5th I relented and said the wall could be removed and ordered another toilet for my other bathroom. The day of the installation came, and one guy came on time and the actual plumber came about 2 hours late around noon. They started working on the demolition and Tristin came around 4pm to move the power socket that was in the wall they removed. He put a rough patch on the wall and installed the outlet without the cover. They removed my cabinet from the wall so they could take down the wall but never replaced it. They worked until 10 pm on Friday. Tristin was supposed to come out on Saturday to finish the patch and put the cover on the outlet. Saturday 6/28/25 the helper arrived at 830 am and the plumber arrived at 1030, at 450 pm the plumber showed me the shower rod they sent with my shower, and it was too short. He told me to call Tristin, I did, and he said OK Tristin never showed up and the two guys finished at 945 pm without putting the cabinet back up. I checked the toilet in the bathroom where the shower was installed, and it kept running after I flushed it, and I put a toilet cleaning tab in the other one and noticed the toilet lid does not fit right. I texted Tristin on Sunday morning telling him about both toilets and he texted me back on that Monday and said he could come at 4pm. I work nights and did not get up until around 5pm and I texted him and told him that I do not usually get up until 6pm during the week when I work and he never messaged me back. I sent Tristin another text on Saturday 7/5/25 telling him to ask him when he could come out and fix the problems I have. I have not heard back as of yet. Long Home charges a premium price and Tristin told me that I would get premium service, he said this is why they charge so much, but the experience I’ve had is anything but premium, I paid $12,000 and I only have one toilet that works correctly even though the lid doesn’t fit properly, I had to buy a shower rod so I could use my shower, since the one I bought from them didn’t fit, which makes no sense because they knew the dimensions of the shower. I had to have a wall removed that I did not really want removed, because they made a mistake when I signed the contract. I have the outlet in my bathroom wired without a cover, my wall is not finished, and my cabinet is still sitting in my bedroom. I do not mind spending the money for something, but I want the product and the service to be worth the price, I paid for professionals, but this is not the problems you are supposed to have with professionals."
Brian J on July 2025
With over 80 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing and baths project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"On 5/29/25 Tristin came to my house and gave me a quote on a new shower remodel with a new toilet, and we signed the contract. I thought $12,000 plus was exorbitant, but Tristin assured me that Long Home uses quality materials, excellent craftsmanship, and excellent service. He told me that they will replace all the pipes, and the shower and toilet will have lifetime warranties. So, I agreed and gave him half down and it was scheduled for the 6/27/25 and 6/28/25. Tristian called me on the 6/5/25 and told me that for the shower I choose the half wall that was part of my existing shower would have to be removed, he said otherwise I would have to pay an additional $1,500+, because the shower I agreed to couldn’t be installed otherwise. I told Tristin on 5/29/25 that I did not want the wall removed, but after talking to Tristin on the 5th I relented and said the wall could be removed and ordered another toilet for my other bathroom. The day of the installation came, and one guy came on time and the actual plumber came about 2 hours late around noon. They started working on the demolition and Tristin came around 4pm to move the power socket that was in the wall they removed. He put a rough patch on the wall and installed the outlet without the cover. They removed my cabinet from the wall so they could take down the wall but never replaced it. They worked until 10 pm on Friday. Tristin was supposed to come out on Saturday to finish the patch and put the cover on the outlet. Saturday 6/28/25 the helper arrived at 830 am and the plumber arrived at 1030, at 450 pm the plumber showed me the shower rod they sent with my shower, and it was too short. He told me to call Tristin, I did, and he said OK Tristin never showed up and the two guys finished at 945 pm without putting the cabinet back up. I checked the toilet in the bathroom where the shower was installed, and it kept running after I flushed it, and I put a toilet cleaning tab in the other one and noticed the toilet lid does not fit right. I texted Tristin on Sunday morning telling him about both toilets and he texted me back on that Monday and said he could come at 4pm. I work nights and did not get up until around 5pm and I texted him and told him that I do not usually get up until 6pm during the week when I work and he never messaged me back. I sent Tristin another text on Saturday 7/5/25 telling him to ask him when he could come out and fix the problems I have. I have not heard back as of yet. Long Home charges a premium price and Tristin told me that I would get premium service, he said this is why they charge so much, but the experience I’ve had is anything but premium, I paid $12,000 and I only have one toilet that works correctly even though the lid doesn’t fit properly, I had to buy a shower rod so I could use my shower, since the one I bought from them didn’t fit, which makes no sense because they knew the dimensions of the shower. I had to have a wall removed that I did not really want removed, because they made a mistake when I signed the contract. I have the outlet in my bathroom wired without a cover, my wall is not finished, and my cabinet is still sitting in my bedroom. I do not mind spending the money for something, but I want the product and the service to be worth the price, I paid for professionals, but this is not the problems you are supposed to have with professionals."
Brian J on July 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.