Pedro Galvan Ramirez Plumbing, Inc., is the premier plumbing contractor in the Richmond Area. We finish every job to the customer's standards. Call today for a free quote!
"Pedro is professional, patient and prompt. His skill level is top notch. I'd rehire him in a second."
Rolanda B on December 2018
Pedro Galvan Ramirez Plumbing, Inc., is the premier plumbing contractor in the Richmond Area. We finish every job to the customer's standards. Call today for a free quote!
"Pedro is professional, patient and prompt. His skill level is top notch. I'd rehire him in a second."
Rolanda B on December 2018
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!
"I had a great experience with them. They did a tankless water heater for a fair price and helped install new water lines for my espresso machine in my cafe. Would recommend to anyone who needs the job done right!"
Alex H on October 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!
"I had a great experience with them. They did a tankless water heater for a fair price and helped install new water lines for my espresso machine in my cafe. Would recommend to anyone who needs the job done right!"
Alex H on October 2023
At Premier Plumbing Solutions, we have over 25 years experience and 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 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.
"His customer service was excellent and I will be using him for all my future plumbing needs. He even came back a couple days later at no charge when the water was not heating properly."
Gregory W on May 2025
At Premier Plumbing Solutions, we have over 25 years experience and 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 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.
"His customer service was excellent and I will be using him for all my future plumbing needs. He even came back a couple days later at no charge when the water was not heating properly."
Gregory W on May 2025
Beaver's Construction Company has been serving the community in construction and plumbing services for over 40 years. Family owned and operated since 1976, we promise the utmost personal attention to every detail of every job, large or small. We take great pride in our workmanship and we do not hire sub-contractors. We guarantee our work is of the highest quality possible. We are a licensed General and Plumbing contractor. We are bonded and carry general liability insurance. Call now to set up an appointment, we are excited to assist you in your plumbing/construction needs. You can call or text us at 925-303-9169 or email us at beavers_construction@yahoo.com at any time with questions or for a free quote.
"My water heater had been out for several days!! One company listed on the heater were called. They came out and said it needed a specific part still under warranty. I just needed to pay for labor. I agreed. They came out the next day with the part. It was defective!!! Couldn’t find the part anywhere. Would need to wait two more days. Plan B. I called around and found Beaver Construction Co. to install a new one. Bid was excellent!!! Far below other bids. They installed a new Rheem Heater within 2 hours. Friendly, knowledgeable, Respectful and thorough, and licensed!!! I will be using them in the future for sure if needed. Thanks Dan and Zach!!!"
Judy J on March 2025
Beaver's Construction Company has been serving the community in construction and plumbing services for over 40 years. Family owned and operated since 1976, we promise the utmost personal attention to every detail of every job, large or small. We take great pride in our workmanship and we do not hire sub-contractors. We guarantee our work is of the highest quality possible. We are a licensed General and Plumbing contractor. We are bonded and carry general liability insurance. Call now to set up an appointment, we are excited to assist you in your plumbing/construction needs. You can call or text us at 925-303-9169 or email us at beavers_construction@yahoo.com at any time with questions or for a free quote.
"My water heater had been out for several days!! One company listed on the heater were called. They came out and said it needed a specific part still under warranty. I just needed to pay for labor. I agreed. They came out the next day with the part. It was defective!!! Couldn’t find the part anywhere. Would need to wait two more days. Plan B. I called around and found Beaver Construction Co. to install a new one. Bid was excellent!!! Far below other bids. They installed a new Rheem Heater within 2 hours. Friendly, knowledgeable, Respectful and thorough, and licensed!!! I will be using them in the future for sure if needed. Thanks Dan and Zach!!!"
Judy J on March 2025
Oak 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. Our customer's safety is extremely important, which is why all of our technicians are fully trained, background checked, and drug tested.
"Malik was very punctual, polite and went into detail about the work, what it will require and estimate time on how long the job will take. I am happy with the work and for sure hired Oak Plumbing for any future work, highly recommended them."
Marco G on April 2025
Oak 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. Our customer's safety is extremely important, which is why all of our technicians are fully trained, background checked, and drug tested.
"Malik was very punctual, polite and went into detail about the work, what it will require and estimate time on how long the job will take. I am happy with the work and for sure hired Oak Plumbing for any future work, highly recommended them."
Marco G on April 2025
When looking for a reliable plumber in Stockton, CA, look no further than Valice Plumbing. We are a local family-owned business serving clients in Stockton, Lodi, and surrounding cities since 2007. Our contractor personally handles every job to ensure top-quality service. Trust your plumbing needs to an experienced professional. We guarantee our work and are fully licensed for your peace of mind. Whether you need plumbing services, drain cleaning, water heater installation, new construction/repiping, sewer inspections, or any other residential or commercial plumbing service, we've got you covered. Enjoy senior discounts, free estimates, and first-time customer discounts. Contact us today!
"Val and his team were great, quick response and got the job done. Gave us vital information about what we need to do in the future."
kendall m on June 2025
When looking for a reliable plumber in Stockton, CA, look no further than Valice Plumbing. We are a local family-owned business serving clients in Stockton, Lodi, and surrounding cities since 2007. Our contractor personally handles every job to ensure top-quality service. Trust your plumbing needs to an experienced professional. We guarantee our work and are fully licensed for your peace of mind. Whether you need plumbing services, drain cleaning, water heater installation, new construction/repiping, sewer inspections, or any other residential or commercial plumbing service, we've got you covered. Enjoy senior discounts, free estimates, and first-time customer discounts. Contact us today!
"Val and his team were great, quick response and got the job done. Gave us vital information about what we need to do in the future."
kendall m on June 2025
Welcome to Beastbay Plumbing! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. We specialize in all plumbing needs. Whether its a regular or On Demand water heater, water filtration or water/drain re-pipe we can handle the job. We will always give you more that one option and guarantee customer satisfaction. We take pride in diagnosing problems and offering solutions that fit your needs. You can book appointment here (highlight, copy and paste link): https://bit.ly/3SxIfar
"Free competitive quote and technician was informative."
George D on April 2025
Welcome to Beastbay Plumbing! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. We specialize in all plumbing needs. Whether its a regular or On Demand water heater, water filtration or water/drain re-pipe we can handle the job. We will always give you more that one option and guarantee customer satisfaction. We take pride in diagnosing problems and offering solutions that fit your needs. You can book appointment here (highlight, copy and paste link): https://bit.ly/3SxIfar
"Free competitive quote and technician was informative."
George D on April 2025
We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you
"I hired this contractor for a major plumbing job, including fixing a slab leak, concrete replacement, and installing new hot and cold water piping. The work was completed promptly and with excellent results. The contractor's professionalism, engineering background, and clear communication were truly impressive. Highly recommended!"
Sergey G on February 2025
We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you
"I hired this contractor for a major plumbing job, including fixing a slab leak, concrete replacement, and installing new hot and cold water piping. The work was completed promptly and with excellent results. The contractor's professionalism, engineering background, and clear communication were truly impressive. Highly recommended!"
Sergey G on February 2025
Service Pros Plumbers is a local family-owned and operated plumbing company based in Antioch, CA. Plumbers at Service Pros have been providing quality plumbing services to both residential and commercial customers in the Bay area for over 25 years. At Service Pros Plumbers, we are committed to resolving any plumbing challenge you have quickly and effectively so you can have peace of mind. Our highly skilled plumbing technicians have the training, knowledge and experience to get the job done to your satisfaction.
"Very well indeed"
Irving A on April 2024
Service Pros Plumbers is a local family-owned and operated plumbing company based in Antioch, CA. Plumbers at Service Pros have been providing quality plumbing services to both residential and commercial customers in the Bay area for over 25 years. At Service Pros Plumbers, we are committed to resolving any plumbing challenge you have quickly and effectively so you can have peace of mind. Our highly skilled plumbing technicians have the training, knowledge and experience to get the job done to your satisfaction.
"Very well indeed"
Irving A on April 2024
Albert Nahman Services was founded in 1981 and has been serving Berkeley, CA and it surrounding areas in all their plumbing and HVAC needs. Each of our technicians went through rigorous training so we can guarantee that you will be receiving the proper service. We are also insured and supply a warranty for our parts for five years and up to twenty years on an re-piping or sewer replacement. Call us now to make your appointment!
"Still getting estimates."
Lucy H on June 2025
Albert Nahman Services was founded in 1981 and has been serving Berkeley, CA and it surrounding areas in all their plumbing and HVAC needs. Each of our technicians went through rigorous training so we can guarantee that you will be receiving the proper service. We are also insured and supply a warranty for our parts for five years and up to twenty years on an re-piping or sewer replacement. Call us now to make your appointment!
"Still getting estimates."
Lucy H on June 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.