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bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of West Houston is the solution for all your drain and plumbing needs. We take great pride in our honesty, extreme professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service, on every job, large or small. bluefrog Plumbing + Drain will deliver a lasting impression, developing a relationship with you and your home, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question regarding who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed! Give us a call today. bluefrog Plumbing + Drain service experts are happy to help you with your plumbing project. All services are evaluated on-site, at service location, so that you may be completely informed and educated concerning your plumbing needs, ensuring "the right price for the right fix". We look forward to speaking with you today!
"The gentleman did an okay job at flushing my water heater , however he spilled water in my attic which then leaked over my bathroom and tried to convince me it rained and my roof was leaking. At the end, he hired some guys to replace the ceiling in the bathroom at the company expense."
Vernella E on August 2024
bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of West Houston is the solution for all your drain and plumbing needs. We take great pride in our honesty, extreme professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service, on every job, large or small. bluefrog Plumbing + Drain will deliver a lasting impression, developing a relationship with you and your home, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question regarding who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed! Give us a call today. bluefrog Plumbing + Drain service experts are happy to help you with your plumbing project. All services are evaluated on-site, at service location, so that you may be completely informed and educated concerning your plumbing needs, ensuring "the right price for the right fix". We look forward to speaking with you today!
"The gentleman did an okay job at flushing my water heater , however he spilled water in my attic which then leaked over my bathroom and tried to convince me it rained and my roof was leaking. At the end, he hired some guys to replace the ceiling in the bathroom at the company expense."
Vernella E on August 2024
Providing mechanical repair, maintenance and replacements, services residential & small commercial customer
"Jose did a wonderful job and worked with me on a price I could afford .Thank you ARS. They are highly recommended"
Ife T on May 2025
Providing mechanical repair, maintenance and replacements, services residential & small commercial customer
"Jose did a wonderful job and worked with me on a price I could afford .Thank you ARS. They are highly recommended"
Ife T on May 2025
Enoch Electric, Water, & Air, is an electrical, plumbing, & HVAC contracting company passionate about providing the best value and service in the industry. The company was founded by a DFW native engineer and real estate investor who became disenchanted by the lack of morality in the construction industry and decided the only way to combat it is to participate. We are professionals with over 30 years of experience that specialize in both residential and commercial electrical work. Give us a call today and allow us to earn your trust!
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Sherry G on May 2025
Enoch Electric, Water, & Air, is an electrical, plumbing, & HVAC contracting company passionate about providing the best value and service in the industry. The company was founded by a DFW native engineer and real estate investor who became disenchanted by the lack of morality in the construction industry and decided the only way to combat it is to participate. We are professionals with over 30 years of experience that specialize in both residential and commercial electrical work. Give us a call today and allow us to earn your trust!
"Great!"
Sherry G on May 2025
For a RELIABLE LOCAL FAMILY OWNED plumbing company in Houston, you can't go wrong with Nick's Plumbing & Sewer Services, Inc. We have provided superior plumbing and air conditioning services to the Greater Houston area since 1979! Please call us with your next plumbing or air conditioning service request!
"Quick, friendly, efficient. Good job!"
Richard M on September 2024
For a RELIABLE LOCAL FAMILY OWNED plumbing company in Houston, you can't go wrong with Nick's Plumbing & Sewer Services, Inc. We have provided superior plumbing and air conditioning services to the Greater Houston area since 1979! Please call us with your next plumbing or air conditioning service request!
"Quick, friendly, efficient. Good job!"
Richard M on September 2024
Houston Electrical, HVAC & Plumbing Experts Universal Home Experts is a licensed and insured Houston electrical, HVAC and plumbing contractor. As a family owned and operated business serving the Houston Metro area since 1992, Universal offers award winning worksmanship and unsurpassed customer service. Just check out our testimonials and discover the Universal difference. As our name suggests, we are a home services company with universal appeal! We offer a comprehensive variety of expert repairs, installations, and upgrades. www.universalhomeexperts.com
"Great job"
James G on November 2023
Houston Electrical, HVAC & Plumbing Experts Universal Home Experts is a licensed and insured Houston electrical, HVAC and plumbing contractor. As a family owned and operated business serving the Houston Metro area since 1992, Universal offers award winning worksmanship and unsurpassed customer service. Just check out our testimonials and discover the Universal difference. As our name suggests, we are a home services company with universal appeal! We offer a comprehensive variety of expert repairs, installations, and upgrades. www.universalhomeexperts.com
"Great job"
James G on November 2023
We guarantee that your plumbing project (large or small) will be completed with quality results, on time and within your budget. We owe it to you! When you decide to let us do the job, we let you know exactly what the job will cost to get done, before we do the work. we call it "our no surprise guarantee" Free estimates, 24-Hour Service. Ask us about our senior and military discount. http://www.eco-plumber.yolasite.com
"Great. Someone was able to come the day i called. He didn’t have the part needed and was able to quickly go to Home Depot to get the part and returned in a timely manner. Project was done in a few hours."
Wes G on March 2025
We guarantee that your plumbing project (large or small) will be completed with quality results, on time and within your budget. We owe it to you! When you decide to let us do the job, we let you know exactly what the job will cost to get done, before we do the work. we call it "our no surprise guarantee" Free estimates, 24-Hour Service. Ask us about our senior and military discount. http://www.eco-plumber.yolasite.com
"Great. Someone was able to come the day i called. He didn’t have the part needed and was able to quickly go to Home Depot to get the part and returned in a timely manner. Project was done in a few hours."
Wes G on March 2025
The most transparent water heater prices in Houston! We list all our water heater replacement prices online and stick to them. Water Heater Pros is a specialized plumbing company focused on water heater installations and repairs (both tank type and tankless). Proudly serving the Greater Houston Area for over 30 years, we are a family owned business that believes in honest, fair pricing and back that up by listing all our water heater replacement prices on our website. When you want premium service at a fair price, call Water Heater pros for instant pricing of your water heater installation or repair needs.
"Waterheater Pros were excellent! Team and Service are of the highest quality. Prices offered, are the lowest compared to others. We will definitely call Waterheater Pros again when needed."
Roger A on May 2025
The most transparent water heater prices in Houston! We list all our water heater replacement prices online and stick to them. Water Heater Pros is a specialized plumbing company focused on water heater installations and repairs (both tank type and tankless). Proudly serving the Greater Houston Area for over 30 years, we are a family owned business that believes in honest, fair pricing and back that up by listing all our water heater replacement prices on our website. When you want premium service at a fair price, call Water Heater pros for instant pricing of your water heater installation or repair needs.
"Waterheater Pros were excellent! Team and Service are of the highest quality. Prices offered, are the lowest compared to others. We will definitely call Waterheater Pros again when needed."
Roger A on May 2025
Team Enoch is an electrical, plumbing, HVAC and roofing services company that is passionate about providing the best value and service in the industry. Our technicians are licensed and insured. We would love the opportunity to give you a free estimate over the phone. Give us a call or send us an email with the specifics of your job.
"Nick was very informative and explained the process to me. He was very respectful of my home by wearing shoe covers to ensure that dirt and debris didn’t come in and let me know of how to do the aftercare when I expressed my concern of the water damage."
Katrina S on April 2025
Team Enoch is an electrical, plumbing, HVAC and roofing services company that is passionate about providing the best value and service in the industry. Our technicians are licensed and insured. We would love the opportunity to give you a free estimate over the phone. Give us a call or send us an email with the specifics of your job.
"Nick was very informative and explained the process to me. He was very respectful of my home by wearing shoe covers to ensure that dirt and debris didn’t come in and let me know of how to do the aftercare when I expressed my concern of the water damage."
Katrina S on April 2025
Eli's Homes Remodeling, established in 2019, is a trusted remodeler dedicated to providing exceptional renovation services for homes throughout Houston. We are dedicated to creating beautiful, efficient, and functional environments at affordable rates and with exceptional workmanship. We believe in perfection and hard work. We go the extra mile to achieve the excellence our customers want and we work hard to offer our clients the best. Our services include: Bathroom renovation, kitchen renovation, tile installation, cabinet installation, molding installation, drywall repair and installation, home remodeling.
"Everything from the first contact to the final finish was handled extremely professionally. Eli and Rachel are wonderful to work with. Great pricing as well. You will NOT be disappointed with their service!"
Aryeh M on March 2025
Eli's Homes Remodeling, established in 2019, is a trusted remodeler dedicated to providing exceptional renovation services for homes throughout Houston. We are dedicated to creating beautiful, efficient, and functional environments at affordable rates and with exceptional workmanship. We believe in perfection and hard work. We go the extra mile to achieve the excellence our customers want and we work hard to offer our clients the best. Our services include: Bathroom renovation, kitchen renovation, tile installation, cabinet installation, molding installation, drywall repair and installation, home remodeling.
"Everything from the first contact to the final finish was handled extremely professionally. Eli and Rachel are wonderful to work with. Great pricing as well. You will NOT be disappointed with their service!"
Aryeh M on March 2025
Residential & Commercial Plumbing Experts! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
Residential & Commercial Plumbing Experts! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
Water heater installations and replacements FAQs
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.
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