Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers a variety of services to satisfy all of your plumbing and heating needs. Our experienced service technicians are trained to provide quality customer service. Toilet trouble, water leaks, no hot water, clogged drains? Not a problem, we guarantee 100% satisfaction along with 100% financing. Call today to get straight forward pricing on service work. We look forward to your call. Service fee charged for all estimates and service calls
"Definitely would use them again and would highly recommend. "
Dom M on February 2025
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers a variety of services to satisfy all of your plumbing and heating needs. Our experienced service technicians are trained to provide quality customer service. Toilet trouble, water leaks, no hot water, clogged drains? Not a problem, we guarantee 100% satisfaction along with 100% financing. Call today to get straight forward pricing on service work. We look forward to your call. Service fee charged for all estimates and service calls
"Definitely would use them again and would highly recommend. "
Dom M on February 2025
Our experience is serving our customers with 100% satisfaction on every project we take on. We will give you the peace of mind you need and deserve. Garden State Water Heaters, happily services the community with integrity, professionalism, and competitive pricing. We are fully licensed and insured, and have built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Thank you for the opportunity to introduce you to our company.
"Good plumber, explained well, decent price."
Brian R on June 2025
Our experience is serving our customers with 100% satisfaction on every project we take on. We will give you the peace of mind you need and deserve. Garden State Water Heaters, happily services the community with integrity, professionalism, and competitive pricing. We are fully licensed and insured, and have built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Thank you for the opportunity to introduce you to our company.
"Good plumber, explained well, decent price."
Brian R on June 2025
Gold Medal Services, LLC, warrants and guarantees to the original purchaser, that should Customer accept and purchase Gold Medals recommended repair, such repair shall be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions for as long as the Customer owns the residence in which the recommended repair was provided or until the Unit in which the Covered Repair was performed, if applicable, is replaced.
"Gold Medal really helped out after our sewer line backed up into our basement. The other pros all wanted us to pay for a camera view first for several hundred. Then the actual cleaning of the line was $500 and up depending on the results of the camera. Gold Medal had a fixed price for cleaning out a sewer line. They came and quickly diagnosed the problem and cleaned it out. Our technician Brett was awesome and even put us in touch with DryTech to assist cleaning up the water damage."
Adam S on July 2024
Gold Medal Services, LLC, warrants and guarantees to the original purchaser, that should Customer accept and purchase Gold Medals recommended repair, such repair shall be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions for as long as the Customer owns the residence in which the recommended repair was provided or until the Unit in which the Covered Repair was performed, if applicable, is replaced.
"Gold Medal really helped out after our sewer line backed up into our basement. The other pros all wanted us to pay for a camera view first for several hundred. Then the actual cleaning of the line was $500 and up depending on the results of the camera. Gold Medal had a fixed price for cleaning out a sewer line. They came and quickly diagnosed the problem and cleaned it out. Our technician Brett was awesome and even put us in touch with DryTech to assist cleaning up the water damage."
Adam S on July 2024
NJ Master Sewer & Plumbing provides reliable, high-quality plumbing and sewer services for homes and businesses across New Jersey. With over 15 years of experience, our licensed team specializes in drain cleaning, sewer and pipe repairs, leak detection, water heater installation, and bathroom/kitchen plumbing upgrades. We also offer 24/7 emergency plumbing services—because we know problems don’t wait. Our goal is simple: fast, professional, and affordable service done right the first time. Contact us today for a free estimate or to schedule a service! (732) 791-3140 (732) 900-3845
"Very knowledgeable and cordial "
Randy C on May 2025
NJ Master Sewer & Plumbing provides reliable, high-quality plumbing and sewer services for homes and businesses across New Jersey. With over 15 years of experience, our licensed team specializes in drain cleaning, sewer and pipe repairs, leak detection, water heater installation, and bathroom/kitchen plumbing upgrades. We also offer 24/7 emergency plumbing services—because we know problems don’t wait. Our goal is simple: fast, professional, and affordable service done right the first time. Contact us today for a free estimate or to schedule a service! (732) 791-3140 (732) 900-3845
"Very knowledgeable and cordial "
Randy C on May 2025
Sydlar Service LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Excellent customer service! He came right away to unclogged my kitchen sink and left everything clean . Thank you so much George!"
Marilyn A on May 2025
Sydlar Service LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Excellent customer service! He came right away to unclogged my kitchen sink and left everything clean . Thank you so much George!"
Marilyn A on May 2025
At Phil's Plumbing, LLC, we are known for our high quality work and extreme attention to detail. We can handle jobs of all sizes and always make sure to get your project done right the first time. You won't regret working with us!
"Phil (& his helper) were very professional, reliable, trust-worthy, & more than fair regarding price! He kept in touch if he was delayed. He had multiple issues to keep him busy here... dealing with a leaking sink faucet hose here (& eventually installing a new faucet when Kohler's replacement hose would not fit a DISCONTINUED faucet, adjust water temperature in my guest bath shower & reinstalling the shower faucet, & checking my master bath toilet's fill valve. Sure, YouTube videos are helpful *but they can NOT substitute for a plumber! Also, 20% Senior Citizen discount!"
Michele S on July 2024
At Phil's Plumbing, LLC, we are known for our high quality work and extreme attention to detail. We can handle jobs of all sizes and always make sure to get your project done right the first time. You won't regret working with us!
"Phil (& his helper) were very professional, reliable, trust-worthy, & more than fair regarding price! He kept in touch if he was delayed. He had multiple issues to keep him busy here... dealing with a leaking sink faucet hose here (& eventually installing a new faucet when Kohler's replacement hose would not fit a DISCONTINUED faucet, adjust water temperature in my guest bath shower & reinstalling the shower faucet, & checking my master bath toilet's fill valve. Sure, YouTube videos are helpful *but they can NOT substitute for a plumber! Also, 20% Senior Citizen discount!"
Michele S on July 2024
We are the premier plumbing, heating, air conditioning, drain cleaning, electrical and insulation company serving the New Jersey area for the last two decades. We pride ourselves as the number one service company. Call today!
"Timely and well done"
John B on December 2024
We are the premier plumbing, heating, air conditioning, drain cleaning, electrical and insulation company serving the New Jersey area for the last two decades. We pride ourselves as the number one service company. Call today!
"Timely and well done"
John B on December 2024
Specializing in PLUMBING SERVICES! We have been in business for 30 years! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Carmine did an excellent job removing and installing the hot water heater. It was Sunday afternoon and he came over within an hour, two hours later the job was completed. Really appreciated his help. Great guy, knows his business and was extra careful as if it was his own house to make sure nothing got damaged while transporting the old and new tanks. I’ll definitely call again for any more plumbing jobs. Thanks again"
Jason H on March 2025
Specializing in PLUMBING SERVICES! We have been in business for 30 years! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Carmine did an excellent job removing and installing the hot water heater. It was Sunday afternoon and he came over within an hour, two hours later the job was completed. Really appreciated his help. Great guy, knows his business and was extra careful as if it was his own house to make sure nothing got damaged while transporting the old and new tanks. I’ll definitely call again for any more plumbing jobs. Thanks again"
Jason H on March 2025
We are a Plumbing and Heating contractor, give us a call!! We’ve been in business for over 30 years we are always there for our customers when they need us. You can trust us in doing a great job with reasonable prices at your convenience. We are professionals who are honest, reliable with great integrity. We are a licensed contractor at your reach to fix your plumbing and heating issues!! We offer a 5 % discount for 1st time Customers. Our New Location!! 1374 Stuyvesant Ave., Union, NJ 07083
"This was my 2nd time using this company. They were on-time, very professional, explained everything I needed to know, and did an excellent job."
Wafiyyah F on January 2024
We are a Plumbing and Heating contractor, give us a call!! We’ve been in business for over 30 years we are always there for our customers when they need us. You can trust us in doing a great job with reasonable prices at your convenience. We are professionals who are honest, reliable with great integrity. We are a licensed contractor at your reach to fix your plumbing and heating issues!! We offer a 5 % discount for 1st time Customers. Our New Location!! 1374 Stuyvesant Ave., Union, NJ 07083
"This was my 2nd time using this company. They were on-time, very professional, explained everything I needed to know, and did an excellent job."
Wafiyyah F on January 2024
Local, Trusted & Family Owned for over 34 Years • 24/7 emergency service • Same Day Emergency Service & Installation • Servicing All Brands • 0% Financing Available • Fully Stocked Plumbing & HVAC Truck • Professional & trustworthy Technicians • Fully Licensed & Insured • 96% Of Our Customers Give Us A 5-Star Rating • Our Triple Play starting at only $89 includes: Heating or AC Tune Up, Water Heater Flush, & Sump Pump Check
"Appointment made for day requested. That day received early reconfirmation, then received call when plumber 20 minutes away. Upon arrival Ian explained options available, and possible procedures. He was professional, friendly, and cleaned everything up before leaving."
Bert M on December 2024
Local, Trusted & Family Owned for over 34 Years • 24/7 emergency service • Same Day Emergency Service & Installation • Servicing All Brands • 0% Financing Available • Fully Stocked Plumbing & HVAC Truck • Professional & trustworthy Technicians • Fully Licensed & Insured • 96% Of Our Customers Give Us A 5-Star Rating • Our Triple Play starting at only $89 includes: Heating or AC Tune Up, Water Heater Flush, & Sump Pump Check
"Appointment made for day requested. That day received early reconfirmation, then received call when plumber 20 minutes away. Upon arrival Ian explained options available, and possible procedures. He was professional, friendly, and cleaned everything up before leaving."
Bert M 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.