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 are 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 baasis of our business
"Helped me right away. Did not have to wait all day."
Julie H on September 2023
We are 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 baasis of our business
"Helped me right away. Did not have to wait all day."
Julie H on September 2023
We've been proudly serving the Bay Area and surrounding cities since 2015 and have created longstanding, trusting relationships with clients along the way. We are family owned and operated. Whether it's a drain cleaning or you'd like to remodel your whole bathroom/sewer, we've got you covered. "Affordable Plumbing Done Right" is our motto because we believe in fair pricing and treating everyone as if they were our family member.We know plumbing emergencies are never fun and always unexpected so our goal is to get them fixed expeditiously and correctly so you don't have to worry any longer. We can dry up all of your plumbing problems. By taking advantage of the latest plumbing methods and technology, we can quickly and efficiently take care of any job, saving you time and money. Budget Plumbing has the most experienced and knowledgeable plumbers in the Bay Area and beyond.
We've been proudly serving the Bay Area and surrounding cities since 2015 and have created longstanding, trusting relationships with clients along the way. We are family owned and operated. Whether it's a drain cleaning or you'd like to remodel your whole bathroom/sewer, we've got you covered. "Affordable Plumbing Done Right" is our motto because we believe in fair pricing and treating everyone as if they were our family member.We know plumbing emergencies are never fun and always unexpected so our goal is to get them fixed expeditiously and correctly so you don't have to worry any longer. We can dry up all of your plumbing problems. By taking advantage of the latest plumbing methods and technology, we can quickly and efficiently take care of any job, saving you time and money. Budget Plumbing has the most experienced and knowledgeable plumbers in the Bay Area and beyond.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, and quality of the customer service we provide to meet our consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and 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
"Gray plumbing did a great job. Brandon, Andrew and Eric worked so hard to ensure that the work they did on our house is great and to our full satisfaction. They are all very professional and hardworking. I will recommend them and the company they represent to use for the plumbing needs anyone need done in their home. Thank you!"
Domingo D on March 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, and quality of the customer service we provide to meet our consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and 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
"Gray plumbing did a great job. Brandon, Andrew and Eric worked so hard to ensure that the work they did on our house is great and to our full satisfaction. They are all very professional and hardworking. I will recommend them and the company they represent to use for the plumbing needs anyone need done in their home. Thank you!"
Domingo D on March 2025
We have 42 years of experience on our staff. We guaranty all of our work to the finest quality. There is no job too big or too small that we can't handle in a very timely manner.
"My old 50 gallon tank stopped working. When I contacted Matt he arranged to get to my house the same day even though I had a very short window when I would be available. He was very professional, efficient and reasonably priced. The job was VERY well done and he cleaned up the work area. Don’t hesitate to call if you need plumbing services. "
Carl G on June 2025
We have 42 years of experience on our staff. We guaranty all of our work to the finest quality. There is no job too big or too small that we can't handle in a very timely manner.
"My old 50 gallon tank stopped working. When I contacted Matt he arranged to get to my house the same day even though I had a very short window when I would be available. He was very professional, efficient and reasonably priced. The job was VERY well done and he cleaned up the work area. Don’t hesitate to call if you need plumbing services. "
Carl G 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
Oak Plumbing is a locally owned and operated plumbing company serving Solano, Marin & Contra Costa Counties. We provide options to prevent, repair, and maintain your water system to best fit your family’s needs. Our goal is to bring customer service back to the plumbing industry. We specialize in residential plumbing repair as well as preventative maintenance. We offer up-front pricing and also Pace financing to be able to service everyone equally. We want to fix the cause of the problem, not just the symptom. Safety is extremely important to us which is why all our technicians are fully trained, background checked, and drug tested.
"Excellent. Two employees did the job. Nice guys. Very polite and they were able to complete a complex job on time. I would definitely hire this company if I ever needed a plumber. The guy who sold us on the job was extremely knowledgeable which is why I selected this company."
Michael D on April 2025
Oak Plumbing is a locally owned and operated plumbing company serving Solano, Marin & Contra Costa Counties. We provide options to prevent, repair, and maintain your water system to best fit your family’s needs. Our goal is to bring customer service back to the plumbing industry. We specialize in residential plumbing repair as well as preventative maintenance. We offer up-front pricing and also Pace financing to be able to service everyone equally. We want to fix the cause of the problem, not just the symptom. Safety is extremely important to us which is why all our technicians are fully trained, background checked, and drug tested.
"Excellent. Two employees did the job. Nice guys. Very polite and they were able to complete a complex job on time. I would definitely hire this company if I ever needed a plumber. The guy who sold us on the job was extremely knowledgeable which is why I selected this company."
Michael D on April 2025
Service Champions is the leading heating and air conditioning contractor in Northern California servicing homeowners in East Bay, South Bay and Sacramento areas. We can make your home more comfortable and improve the quality of air you and your family breathe. We specialize in maintenance, repair and sales of all brands of air conditioners and heaters, and are experts in indoor air quality improvement through filtration, duct replacement, insulation and hospital grade UV lights. All the air conditioners we install have the new environmentally friendly refrigerant that does not damage the ozone. We also are huge proponents of super high efficient equipment, such as 95% efficient furnaces. This equipment saves homeowners a tremendous amount of money on their utility bills.
"Service was good and timely."
Gerald W on April 2025
Service Champions is the leading heating and air conditioning contractor in Northern California servicing homeowners in East Bay, South Bay and Sacramento areas. We can make your home more comfortable and improve the quality of air you and your family breathe. We specialize in maintenance, repair and sales of all brands of air conditioners and heaters, and are experts in indoor air quality improvement through filtration, duct replacement, insulation and hospital grade UV lights. All the air conditioners we install have the new environmentally friendly refrigerant that does not damage the ozone. We also are huge proponents of super high efficient equipment, such as 95% efficient furnaces. This equipment saves homeowners a tremendous amount of money on their utility bills.
"Service was good and timely."
Gerald W on April 2025
We are a small family owned business and our reputation is built one satisfied customer at a time. In a time where finding honest and well trained experts in the plumbing industry is difficult, we pride ourselves in serving you better. We know you have choices and will make every effort to demonstrate that we are the best option for your water heater, tankless water heater, and high efficiency water heater needs. We offer competitive pricing, the best products, and most important great customer service. We also want to do work for your friends and family, so the best endorsement for us is a job well done and a happy customer. We do standard water heater repairs and replacement but also bigger projects like relocation jobs and tankless water heater installations to name a few. Our technicians are highly experienced and have installed thousands of water heaters. Call or text us at 925-817-8342 for a free estimate. We serve residential or commercial customers, including apartments and condos.
"Quite excellent with relatively affordable compare to other provider ( although still expensive ). I would recommend. Excellent service."
Bill Y on December 2024
We are a small family owned business and our reputation is built one satisfied customer at a time. In a time where finding honest and well trained experts in the plumbing industry is difficult, we pride ourselves in serving you better. We know you have choices and will make every effort to demonstrate that we are the best option for your water heater, tankless water heater, and high efficiency water heater needs. We offer competitive pricing, the best products, and most important great customer service. We also want to do work for your friends and family, so the best endorsement for us is a job well done and a happy customer. We do standard water heater repairs and replacement but also bigger projects like relocation jobs and tankless water heater installations to name a few. Our technicians are highly experienced and have installed thousands of water heaters. Call or text us at 925-817-8342 for a free estimate. We serve residential or commercial customers, including apartments and condos.
"Quite excellent with relatively affordable compare to other provider ( although still expensive ). I would recommend. Excellent service."
Bill Y on December 2024
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.