Thomas D. Evans is Rockaway's premiere company for plumbing repairs. Locally owned and operated with more than 30 years of experience providing friendly and quality service, Thomas D. Evans 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. Call today for your next plumbing project!
"Hired Tom to replace vales on 4 toilets and my bathroom sink. Arrived on time ready to start. He did an awesome job. He also noticed my refrigerator pump was leaking. He changed out the pump as well. Will be hiring him again for future plumbing issues."
Janice K on January 2025
Thomas D. Evans is Rockaway's premiere company for plumbing repairs. Locally owned and operated with more than 30 years of experience providing friendly and quality service, Thomas D. Evans 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. Call today for your next plumbing project!
"Hired Tom to replace vales on 4 toilets and my bathroom sink. Arrived on time ready to start. He did an awesome job. He also noticed my refrigerator pump was leaking. He changed out the pump as well. Will be hiring him again for future plumbing issues."
Janice K on January 2025
In Business Since: 2014 In the industry since 1991, Hudson Valley HVAC, is your go to company for all your heating, cooling, and water treatment needs! We believe in an unparalleled attention to detail and a personable service like nothing you have ever experienced before. Give us a call and find out why we are Orange County's preferred HVAC service! BBB A+ rated Home Advisor 5 seals of Excellence Badges, including Elite Service Contractor. Be assured throughout this Global Pandemic, as a business in this essential HVAC Industry, we are taking all steps and measures to protect our clients as well as ourselves. Stay safe, be well. Financing Application Link: https://www.ffcapplication.com/?i=dSiJJLUfQM7onPhJRALIxoPaMaQVUUllvZjAL0TKsKo=
"This review is long overdue, we replaced our furnace end of February 2023. After getting a couple of quotes, I called Hudson Valley HVAC. Personable and professional, Mitch went over everything that needed to be done, remove and replace furnace informed me of the procedures they would use and gave me a fair estimate of job. He showed up on time, work was performed very efficiently and neatly. Highly recommend"
Richard Y on January 2024
In Business Since: 2014 In the industry since 1991, Hudson Valley HVAC, is your go to company for all your heating, cooling, and water treatment needs! We believe in an unparalleled attention to detail and a personable service like nothing you have ever experienced before. Give us a call and find out why we are Orange County's preferred HVAC service! BBB A+ rated Home Advisor 5 seals of Excellence Badges, including Elite Service Contractor. Be assured throughout this Global Pandemic, as a business in this essential HVAC Industry, we are taking all steps and measures to protect our clients as well as ourselves. Stay safe, be well. Financing Application Link: https://www.ffcapplication.com/?i=dSiJJLUfQM7onPhJRALIxoPaMaQVUUllvZjAL0TKsKo=
"This review is long overdue, we replaced our furnace end of February 2023. After getting a couple of quotes, I called Hudson Valley HVAC. Personable and professional, Mitch went over everything that needed to be done, remove and replace furnace informed me of the procedures they would use and gave me a fair estimate of job. He showed up on time, work was performed very efficiently and neatly. Highly recommend"
Richard Y on January 2024
I’m Frank Slavitsky, A first year plumbers apprentice. I’ve been working in the plumbing field for 2 years now and have good experience in a variety of fields in the plumbing industry. I’m here to help you, and will do whatever I can to talk through the situation, explain what my plan to fix it is, and give you a reasonable price. I pride myself on doing my best work and care about the reputation I put forth. I’m flexible, and willing to work through any problems that can occur. I believe honesty is a critical component of a good business, and if I think it’s a job I’m not equipped to handle, I will tell you, free of charge. I understand that while it may be a simple repair to me, it’s your home or business that I’m caring for, and will take care of it as if it were my own. Thank you, and I hope to be working with you some time. (Hours are for contact only, actual service times may vary)
"Quick response, quality work, fair prices and great communication"
Lauren W on February 2023
I’m Frank Slavitsky, A first year plumbers apprentice. I’ve been working in the plumbing field for 2 years now and have good experience in a variety of fields in the plumbing industry. I’m here to help you, and will do whatever I can to talk through the situation, explain what my plan to fix it is, and give you a reasonable price. I pride myself on doing my best work and care about the reputation I put forth. I’m flexible, and willing to work through any problems that can occur. I believe honesty is a critical component of a good business, and if I think it’s a job I’m not equipped to handle, I will tell you, free of charge. I understand that while it may be a simple repair to me, it’s your home or business that I’m caring for, and will take care of it as if it were my own. Thank you, and I hope to be working with you some time. (Hours are for contact only, actual service times may vary)
"Quick response, quality work, fair prices and great communication"
Lauren W on February 2023
With 5 years of experience in the Plumbing Industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from sewer main clears to unclogging sinks, bathtubs, toilets, and main sewer lines. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give David Drain and Sewer a call today, we look forward to working with you! Industry, we are the experts you need.
"David replaced our old water heater with an efficient heater that saved us hundreds of dollars. He was friendly and very respectful as he explained our issue and how he would solve it. Ps. David also removed our old water heater with no problem. He did the entire job in a timely manner."
Leonard T on June 2025
With 5 years of experience in the Plumbing Industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from sewer main clears to unclogging sinks, bathtubs, toilets, and main sewer lines. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give David Drain and Sewer a call today, we look forward to working with you! Industry, we are the experts you need.
"David replaced our old water heater with an efficient heater that saved us hundreds of dollars. He was friendly and very respectful as he explained our issue and how he would solve it. Ps. David also removed our old water heater with no problem. He did the entire job in a timely manner."
Leonard T on June 2025
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!
"Talking with Anthony before hand about the job , very informative and straightforward what to expect. Very reasonably priced, and am very impressed and satisfied with their quality work. I would recommend them, and have the before and after pictures to stand by it."
Randolph S on September 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!
"Talking with Anthony before hand about the job , very informative and straightforward what to expect. Very reasonably priced, and am very impressed and satisfied with their quality work. I would recommend them, and have the before and after pictures to stand by it."
Randolph S on September 2023
NYS Plumbing & Heating, 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. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Benny was more than a pro he was the only person who responded on such short notice on a weekend when I was having an emergency. He helped me immensely and I can’t thank him enough. A true professional. Thank you."
Geoffrey P on June 2025
NYS Plumbing & Heating, 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. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Benny was more than a pro he was the only person who responded on such short notice on a weekend when I was having an emergency. He helped me immensely and I can’t thank him enough. A true professional. Thank you."
Geoffrey P on June 2025
We offer quality and affordable general remodeling services.
"Fantastic work. Went above and beyond for our needs, kept us up to date on every step, and understood the importance of keeping our kids safe during the process. Highly recommended."
Michelle M on January 2025
We offer quality and affordable general remodeling services.
"Fantastic work. Went above and beyond for our needs, kept us up to date on every step, and understood the importance of keeping our kids safe during the process. Highly recommended."
Michelle M on January 2025
At Radical Renovations, we bring 21 years of experience to every project , and the highest standards of quality and commitment. Each step of your project will be closely evaluated to determine functionality, aesthetics, and value, as we examine every option available to best allocate your budget. We carefully select quality products, and use proper installation procedures to ensure timeless results. Specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodeling, our company also offers a wide range of interior and exterior improvements: drywall, painting, replacement windows, doors, carpentry, flooring, and more.
"We have a smaller upstairs bathroom that had not been touched since 1975. The shower had been unusable for over a decade due to leakage. The space had to be completely gutted down to the studs and completely redone. The contractor we had used several times over the years retired, so we needed someone new who we could trust. Radical Renovations (Angelo) was recommended to us by N & S Supply in Kingston and I'm SO happy we hired him! He's professional, responsive, patient and finds solutions to all issues that invariably come up when you're dealing with old homes. Plus, the crew who he brought in to work with him was also pleasant and professional. I would absolutely hire Angelo again...in fact I already am!"
Liz d on June 2019
At Radical Renovations, we bring 21 years of experience to every project , and the highest standards of quality and commitment. Each step of your project will be closely evaluated to determine functionality, aesthetics, and value, as we examine every option available to best allocate your budget. We carefully select quality products, and use proper installation procedures to ensure timeless results. Specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodeling, our company also offers a wide range of interior and exterior improvements: drywall, painting, replacement windows, doors, carpentry, flooring, and more.
"We have a smaller upstairs bathroom that had not been touched since 1975. The shower had been unusable for over a decade due to leakage. The space had to be completely gutted down to the studs and completely redone. The contractor we had used several times over the years retired, so we needed someone new who we could trust. Radical Renovations (Angelo) was recommended to us by N & S Supply in Kingston and I'm SO happy we hired him! He's professional, responsive, patient and finds solutions to all issues that invariably come up when you're dealing with old homes. Plus, the crew who he brought in to work with him was also pleasant and professional. I would absolutely hire Angelo again...in fact I already am!"
Liz d on June 2019
We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, 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!
"Rockledge Remodeling did a great job. The results exceeded our expectations. I would highly recommend Keith and his team."
michael P on June 2025
We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, 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!
"Rockledge Remodeling did a great job. The results exceeded our expectations. I would highly recommend Keith and his team."
michael P on June 2025
Total Plumbing offers a variety of plumbing services to meet your needs. Our family owned business guarantees your satisfaction. Services offered include, but are not limited to, hot water heater installation and repair, water softener installation, plumbing leak repairs, and new appliances and fixture installation. Contact us by phone, text, email, or the Angi app to schedule an appointment to service your plumbing needs.
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Kevin at Total Plumbing is the absolute best! Our Navien combo system was acting up, and another company (T Webber) told us it needed to be replaced entirely—for $7,000—even though it was still under warranty and this fee was just for their labor! Thankfully, we called Kevin for a second opinion, and we’re so glad we did! Kevin quickly identified the real issue and assured us the unit didn’t need to be replaced, just repaired with a few new parts. He fixed everything for a fraction of the cost and saved us thousands of dollars. His honesty, expertise, and professionalism are unmatched. Thank you for being so reliable and trustworthy, Kevin! Highly recommend Total Plumbing to anyone in need of an honest and skilled plumber!"
Maria N on January 2025
Total Plumbing offers a variety of plumbing services to meet your needs. Our family owned business guarantees your satisfaction. Services offered include, but are not limited to, hot water heater installation and repair, water softener installation, plumbing leak repairs, and new appliances and fixture installation. Contact us by phone, text, email, or the Angi app to schedule an appointment to service your plumbing needs.
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Kevin at Total Plumbing is the absolute best! Our Navien combo system was acting up, and another company (T Webber) told us it needed to be replaced entirely—for $7,000—even though it was still under warranty and this fee was just for their labor! Thankfully, we called Kevin for a second opinion, and we’re so glad we did! Kevin quickly identified the real issue and assured us the unit didn’t need to be replaced, just repaired with a few new parts. He fixed everything for a fraction of the cost and saved us thousands of dollars. His honesty, expertise, and professionalism are unmatched. Thank you for being so reliable and trustworthy, Kevin! Highly recommend Total Plumbing to anyone in need of an honest and skilled plumber!"
Maria N on January 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.