Plumbums, LLC 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.
Plumbums, LLC 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.
InstaPlumbing, LLC, is your InstaRelief from nightmares when dealing with traditional plumbers. With over 17 years of industry knowledge and a willingness to adapt to the changing times, InstaPlumbing, LLC, is the perfect combination of innovation and experience. Our staff is polite, courteous, honest and ready to serve you. Give us a call this instant!
"The service I received from my first call through the completion of the service was absolutely top shelf in every way. If I need service in the future Instaplumbing will get the call."
Charles L on September 2024
InstaPlumbing, LLC, is your InstaRelief from nightmares when dealing with traditional plumbers. With over 17 years of industry knowledge and a willingness to adapt to the changing times, InstaPlumbing, LLC, is the perfect combination of innovation and experience. Our staff is polite, courteous, honest and ready to serve you. Give us a call this instant!
"The service I received from my first call through the completion of the service was absolutely top shelf in every way. If I need service in the future Instaplumbing will get the call."
Charles L on September 2024
We specialize in emergency plumbing service such as clogged drains, garbage disposal repair, refrigerator service, and broken pipe repair. Our expertise also includes water heater repair and installation. Our skilled team will respond promptly to any malfunction you have and quality service is our number one priority.
"Tom called promptly after I posted the project at 7PM Monday night. By Tuesday at 3PM I had a new water heater installed and working, and at a good price. Very professional. They arrived early and there were no (bad) surprises."
William L on March 2024
We specialize in emergency plumbing service such as clogged drains, garbage disposal repair, refrigerator service, and broken pipe repair. Our expertise also includes water heater repair and installation. Our skilled team will respond promptly to any malfunction you have and quality service is our number one priority.
"Tom called promptly after I posted the project at 7PM Monday night. By Tuesday at 3PM I had a new water heater installed and working, and at a good price. Very professional. They arrived early and there were no (bad) surprises."
William L on March 2024
At Drainworks Plumbing & Septic, LLC, 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.
"Excellent communication - quick response"
Michael B on April 2025
At Drainworks Plumbing & Septic, LLC, 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.
"Excellent communication - quick response"
Michael B on April 2025
Spiros Plumbing and Heating is your trusted partner for high-quality plumbing and heating solutions in CT. Our experienced and certified team is dedicated to delivering reliable, efficient, and cost-effective services to homeowners and businesses alike. We specialize in a wide range of services, including plumbing repairs, water heater installations, boiler maintenance, drain cleaning, pipe replacements, and comprehensive heating system solutions. Whether youre dealing with an emergency or planning an upgrade, our expert team is available 24/7 to ensure your comfort and peace of mind. At Spiros Plumbing and Heating, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, transparent pricing, and outstanding customer service. We use the latest technology and industry best practices to diagnose and solve plumbing and heating issues efficiently, saving you time and money.
"They arrived at the estimated time and had the toilet running in 30 minutes. They also needed to leave to pick up a valve to replace the existing one, but came back the same night to finish it."
Wendell B on May 2025
Spiros Plumbing and Heating is your trusted partner for high-quality plumbing and heating solutions in CT. Our experienced and certified team is dedicated to delivering reliable, efficient, and cost-effective services to homeowners and businesses alike. We specialize in a wide range of services, including plumbing repairs, water heater installations, boiler maintenance, drain cleaning, pipe replacements, and comprehensive heating system solutions. Whether youre dealing with an emergency or planning an upgrade, our expert team is available 24/7 to ensure your comfort and peace of mind. At Spiros Plumbing and Heating, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, transparent pricing, and outstanding customer service. We use the latest technology and industry best practices to diagnose and solve plumbing and heating issues efficiently, saving you time and money.
"They arrived at the estimated time and had the toilet running in 30 minutes. They also needed to leave to pick up a valve to replace the existing one, but came back the same night to finish it."
Wendell B on May 2025
The professional plumbing technicians at Prestige Plumbing Werks dedicate themselves to making sure your plumbing system is safe, secure, and will work as intended.
"Great company, they communicate so well and the work they do is great!"
Jeffrey B on April 2025
The professional plumbing technicians at Prestige Plumbing Werks dedicate themselves to making sure your plumbing system is safe, secure, and will work as intended.
"Great company, they communicate so well and the work they do is great!"
Jeffrey B on April 2025
15+ Years Plumbing Experience. 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. Call us today!
"Frank was very easy to communicate with. His workmanship is superb and he got the job completed in a timely manner.. reasonable, pricing, professional work! "
Diane P on February 2025
15+ Years Plumbing Experience. 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. Call us today!
"Frank was very easy to communicate with. His workmanship is superb and he got the job completed in a timely manner.. reasonable, pricing, professional work! "
Diane P on February 2025
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products 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, bathroom, window and door projects. 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!
"Quick, one day service, cleaned up after, friendly they even double checked with us before installing safety handles and shelves to make sure they were exactly where we wanted them."
Shelley A on March 2025
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products 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, bathroom, window and door projects. 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!
"Quick, one day service, cleaned up after, friendly they even double checked with us before installing safety handles and shelves to make sure they were exactly where we wanted them."
Shelley A on March 2025
At Connecticut Custom Creations™, we specialize in transforming kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and attics into beautiful, functional spaces tailored to your needs. We take great pride in helping people build their dream homes, a core value that drives everything we do. As an owner-operated business with over a decade of experience, I bring seasoned expertise to every project, no matter the size. Whether it’s a small renovation or a large-scale remodel, we’re committed to delivering exceptional results with care and precision.
"I'm amazed of how my shower upgrade turned out. I still can't believe cts creation finished in one day. I recommend cts creation to anybody and everybody. They killed it!"
Zach t on August 2024
At Connecticut Custom Creations™, we specialize in transforming kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and attics into beautiful, functional spaces tailored to your needs. We take great pride in helping people build their dream homes, a core value that drives everything we do. As an owner-operated business with over a decade of experience, I bring seasoned expertise to every project, no matter the size. Whether it’s a small renovation or a large-scale remodel, we’re committed to delivering exceptional results with care and precision.
"I'm amazed of how my shower upgrade turned out. I still can't believe cts creation finished in one day. I recommend cts creation to anybody and everybody. They killed it!"
Zach t on August 2024
$96 service fee to come out and provide the best solution and most accurate quote possible. We are fully licensed and insured and have been in business for over 20 years. We are dedicated to providing exceptional plumbing and heating service. We will listen to what you have to say and offer a solution that is efficient and affordable. Looking forward to solving your plumbing and heating needs.
"Richard was so friendly and did his work very well, he went above and beyond with the project that I needed done. Went very well"
Dawn R on February 2025
$96 service fee to come out and provide the best solution and most accurate quote possible. We are fully licensed and insured and have been in business for over 20 years. We are dedicated to providing exceptional plumbing and heating service. We will listen to what you have to say and offer a solution that is efficient and affordable. Looking forward to solving your plumbing and heating needs.
"Richard was so friendly and did his work very well, he went above and beyond with the project that I needed done. Went very well"
Dawn R on February 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.