Welcome to JL Home Services, proudly servicing Watertown, New York and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. Call us today! You will not be disappointed!
"The gentleman performed all the tasks that I requested. He was polite and eager to help. I would hire him again if needed. An excellent representative for Home Adviser!"
Joseph D on January 2025
Welcome to JL Home Services, proudly servicing Watertown, New York and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. Call us today! You will not be disappointed!
"The gentleman performed all the tasks that I requested. He was polite and eager to help. I would hire him again if needed. An excellent representative for Home Adviser!"
Joseph D on January 2025
Darens Contracting Incorporated 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.
"Daren came right over and had my roof leaks resolved in one day. His price was reasonable. Very kind and courteous. Would highly recommend!! "
Neil A on January 2025
Darens Contracting Incorporated 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.
"Daren came right over and had my roof leaks resolved in one day. His price was reasonable. Very kind and courteous. Would highly recommend!! "
Neil A on January 2025
Our Company We are dedicated to finding the right power solution to fit your needs.; Flexible Financing* Financing options for your Generac purchases. Our Services. Interactive In-Home Assessment During your free quote, we will discuss your backup power needs and explain the installation process to help you choose the best generator, heating, plumbing, electrical, or water heater to match your needs. We always strive to meet our Motto, one call does it all!
"All seems good"
Chris M on November 2023
Our Company We are dedicated to finding the right power solution to fit your needs.; Flexible Financing* Financing options for your Generac purchases. Our Services. Interactive In-Home Assessment During your free quote, we will discuss your backup power needs and explain the installation process to help you choose the best generator, heating, plumbing, electrical, or water heater to match your needs. We always strive to meet our Motto, one call does it all!
"All seems good"
Chris M on November 2023
We do all interior work of a house or apartment. This includes sheetrock, painting, and mudding. We replace and fix all plumbing including hot water tanks. We can repair and replace flooring. We are able to do cleanouts and bring to dump. We take out windows and doors and install them.
"Very productive and professional and would highly recommend and use them again"
Nicole W on May 2025
We do all interior work of a house or apartment. This includes sheetrock, painting, and mudding. We replace and fix all plumbing including hot water tanks. We can repair and replace flooring. We are able to do cleanouts and bring to dump. We take out windows and doors and install them.
"Very productive and professional and would highly recommend and use them again"
Nicole W on May 2025
Are you looking for prompt, quality service from a local professional? Well you’ve found it with The Plumber! Our work is based upon four generations of experience. We offer service, repairs and installations, inside, outside or underground. Whether it’s a toilet or a sink. A faucet or a drain. A gas line or a water line. We can handle it! We use state of the art equipment and materials to provide our customers with the best possible solution for their plumbing needs. So whenever you have a need, you “better call The Plumber!”
"Very professional. Would definitely recommend to others."
Karen W on February 2023
Are you looking for prompt, quality service from a local professional? Well you’ve found it with The Plumber! Our work is based upon four generations of experience. We offer service, repairs and installations, inside, outside or underground. Whether it’s a toilet or a sink. A faucet or a drain. A gas line or a water line. We can handle it! We use state of the art equipment and materials to provide our customers with the best possible solution for their plumbing needs. So whenever you have a need, you “better call The Plumber!”
"Very professional. Would definitely recommend to others."
Karen W on February 2023
Weber Construction specializes in-New builds, Remodels, Plumbing, Roofing, Electrical, Tile work, Physical Security, Smart Home systems and much more!
Weber Construction specializes in-New builds, Remodels, Plumbing, Roofing, Electrical, Tile work, Physical Security, Smart Home systems and much more!
We specialize and Bathroom and Kitchen Remodels. Fastest sheet rocking and finishing in the area. Light fixtures and recess lighting specialist.
We specialize and Bathroom and Kitchen Remodels. Fastest sheet rocking and finishing in the area. Light fixtures and recess lighting specialist.
Kitchen and bathroom remodeling, custom installations, cabinetry, ceramic tile, floor, wall, countertops, formica, granite, fireplace, hardwood, laminate, shower doors, glass & radiant heat flooring.
"We originally reached out to Nick based on a referral. As new homeowners, it was important for us to find someone that we felt we could trust, and we found that to always be the case with Nick and his team. They made the entire process far easier than we ever imagined a kitchen remodel could be. Nick is professional, organized, communicative, honest, and went above and beyond to make sure that we were happy with every element of the project. We LOVE our new kitchen and felt that the team really delivered the highest quality services while being very reasonably priced compared to other quotes that we received. We will be reaching out to Nick for other home projects in the future and would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone!"
Christine M on January 2023
Kitchen and bathroom remodeling, custom installations, cabinetry, ceramic tile, floor, wall, countertops, formica, granite, fireplace, hardwood, laminate, shower doors, glass & radiant heat flooring.
"We originally reached out to Nick based on a referral. As new homeowners, it was important for us to find someone that we felt we could trust, and we found that to always be the case with Nick and his team. They made the entire process far easier than we ever imagined a kitchen remodel could be. Nick is professional, organized, communicative, honest, and went above and beyond to make sure that we were happy with every element of the project. We LOVE our new kitchen and felt that the team really delivered the highest quality services while being very reasonably priced compared to other quotes that we received. We will be reaching out to Nick for other home projects in the future and would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone!"
Christine M on January 2023
Licensed Master Plumber. All employees are security background checked. Small jobs. Big jobs. Residential and commercial plumbing. We also do our own digging for water and sewer services. We are professionals and will always strive to satisfy every customer. We stand behind our work and warranty everything we do. If you have an issue with our service please call our office and let us work to figure out a solution, we can't fix a problem if we don't know about it. We want to be your plumber for life.
"They were excellent!"
Kim D on July 2024
Licensed Master Plumber. All employees are security background checked. Small jobs. Big jobs. Residential and commercial plumbing. We also do our own digging for water and sewer services. We are professionals and will always strive to satisfy every customer. We stand behind our work and warranty everything we do. If you have an issue with our service please call our office and let us work to figure out a solution, we can't fix a problem if we don't know about it. We want to be your plumber for life.
"They were excellent!"
Kim D on July 2024
Virtually diagnose and/or repair your appliances and HVAC units today without anyone stepping foot inside your home! Starting at $45 you can take control of your home appliance repairs via video chat with a certified technician when it’s convenient for you. Make an appointment today on our website. Neli's certified technicians will work with you to conduct either a diagnosis to find out what's wrong or a repair. You will use Neli’s advanced video chat technology during your appointment. Schedule your appointment today at nelihome.com or call us at 833-876-0900!
"They did fine"
Keavon R on May 2025
Virtually diagnose and/or repair your appliances and HVAC units today without anyone stepping foot inside your home! Starting at $45 you can take control of your home appliance repairs via video chat with a certified technician when it’s convenient for you. Make an appointment today on our website. Neli's certified technicians will work with you to conduct either a diagnosis to find out what's wrong or a repair. You will use Neli’s advanced video chat technology during your appointment. Schedule your appointment today at nelihome.com or call us at 833-876-0900!
"They did fine"
Keavon R on May 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.