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Avatar for Rex's Rooter Plumbing, Inc.
Rex's Rooter Plumbing, Inc.
PO Box 867
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Rex's Rooter Plumbing, Inc.
PO Box 867
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate! 35 years of experience!

"Efficient, quick, and nice!"

Susan D on October 2023

You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate! 35 years of experience!

"Efficient, quick, and nice!"

Susan D on October 2023


Avatar for Larry's Plumbing
Larry's Plumbing
720 Rosemary Ln
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Larry's Plumbing
720 Rosemary Ln
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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.

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.


Avatar for Castle Plumbing
Castle Plumbing
511 Winterhaven Way
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Castle Plumbing
511 Winterhaven Way
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
45 years of experience

Our company invites you to experience prompt service and superior attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients. You can be assured you are in good hands with our company working on your home improvement project. If you are looking for a contractor that follows business practices, such as promptly returning phone calls, arriving on time for appointments, and following through on promises, then call our reputable company today. We will be the one and only contractor you will ever need. Call us today, you will be pleased you did. Thank you.

"Roger was wonderful! We had a gas leak emergency, and he and his son were here within an hour. There were more problems than what were expected, and Roger took care of them quickly and in a very professional manner. We are very happy with Castle Plumbing!"

Catherine B on November 2019

Our company invites you to experience prompt service and superior attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients. You can be assured you are in good hands with our company working on your home improvement project. If you are looking for a contractor that follows business practices, such as promptly returning phone calls, arriving on time for appointments, and following through on promises, then call our reputable company today. We will be the one and only contractor you will ever need. Call us today, you will be pleased you did. Thank you.

"Roger was wonderful! We had a gas leak emergency, and he and his son were here within an hour. There were more problems than what were expected, and Roger took care of them quickly and in a very professional manner. We are very happy with Castle Plumbing!"

Catherine B on November 2019


Avatar for Wighton's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
Wighton's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
183 Prado Rd
4.74(
95
)
Approved Pro
Wighton's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
183 Prado Rd
4.74(
95
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
50 local quotes requested

At Wighton's Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning, our commitment to excellence reflects in every job we do. We prioritize delivering personalized attention to every customer interaction, ensuring that you feel valued and confident in our HVAC and plumbing system capabilities. With decades of experience, our team not only possesses technical expertise but also a solid understanding of our customers’ unique needs.

"Professional, courteous and did a great job replacing a disposal. Would use again."

Vanessa F on June 2024

At Wighton's Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning, our commitment to excellence reflects in every job we do. We prioritize delivering personalized attention to every customer interaction, ensuring that you feel valued and confident in our HVAC and plumbing system capabilities. With decades of experience, our team not only possesses technical expertise but also a solid understanding of our customers’ unique needs.

"Professional, courteous and did a great job replacing a disposal. Would use again."

Vanessa F on June 2024


Avatar for Seaside Air
Seaside Air
2003 Preisker Ln, Ste E
4.79(
45
)
Approved Pro
Seaside Air
2003 Preisker Ln, Ste E
4.79(
45
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 years of experience

SEASIDE AIR is your one stop show for all of your heating and air conditioning needs in the Santa Barbara County area of California. Mike Potter is the owner operator of the business and has over 20 years of experience with HVAC projects. Mike can handle all phases of HVAC projects including new installations, service calls, and repairs. Mike prides himself and the business on their experience in the field, their quality of work, and their prompt professional service. We know that when the air conditioning goes out on a hot day an immediate response is needed ... and we are here to help. Please give SEASIDE AIR a call today for all of your HVAC needs! (805) 623-2810

"He was quick, professional, and didn’t try and over sell anything like I have had in the past."

Jaclyn C on June 2024

SEASIDE AIR is your one stop show for all of your heating and air conditioning needs in the Santa Barbara County area of California. Mike Potter is the owner operator of the business and has over 20 years of experience with HVAC projects. Mike can handle all phases of HVAC projects including new installations, service calls, and repairs. Mike prides himself and the business on their experience in the field, their quality of work, and their prompt professional service. We know that when the air conditioning goes out on a hot day an immediate response is needed ... and we are here to help. Please give SEASIDE AIR a call today for all of your HVAC needs! (805) 623-2810

"He was quick, professional, and didn’t try and over sell anything like I have had in the past."

Jaclyn C on June 2024


Avatar for Adams Plumbing
Adams Plumbing
PO BOX 5276
4.85(
17
)
Approved Pro
Adams Plumbing
PO BOX 5276
4.85(
17
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

ADAM'S Plumbing and Renovations 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.

"Responded quickly and efficiently. Knowledgeable and friendly. Will recommend to others and will definitely call this plumber again. "

Priscilla L on June 2025

ADAM'S Plumbing and Renovations 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.

"Responded quickly and efficiently. Knowledgeable and friendly. Will recommend to others and will definitely call this plumber again. "

Priscilla L on June 2025


Plumbers Plus, LLC
PO Box 1067
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Plumbers Plus, LLC
PO Box 1067
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
19 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Plumbers Plus, LLC is your go to team of professionals for all of your needs. We work tirelessly to meet and exceed your expectations and constantly strive for perfection. Give us a call today and lets get started!

Plumbers Plus, LLC is your go to team of professionals for all of your needs. We work tirelessly to meet and exceed your expectations and constantly strive for perfection. Give us a call today and lets get started!


Avatar for Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
183 Prado Rd
4.44(
71
)
Approved Pro
Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
183 Prado Rd
4.44(
71
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
610 local quotes requested
72 years of experience

Wighton's, Inc. is a customer focused heating and air-conditioning company that was originally started in 1953. Our company specializes in designing, engineering, and installing complete comfort systems for owners of existing homes and buildings just like yours. We take special pride in the craftsmen we train and employ--a fact you'll notice immediately in the attitude and integrity they bring to your job site. Clients in the Central Coast have trusted us with all of their HVAC, air quality, water heater needs and more for over 60 years, we look forward to earning your business. LICENSE NUMBER: 738271. Please contact our office directly to schedule. #comfortyoucantrust

"The plumber wes very nice and professional . But, I want a local plumber, located in Lompoc."

Debra D on May 2025

Wighton's, Inc. is a customer focused heating and air-conditioning company that was originally started in 1953. Our company specializes in designing, engineering, and installing complete comfort systems for owners of existing homes and buildings just like yours. We take special pride in the craftsmen we train and employ--a fact you'll notice immediately in the attitude and integrity they bring to your job site. Clients in the Central Coast have trusted us with all of their HVAC, air quality, water heater needs and more for over 60 years, we look forward to earning your business. LICENSE NUMBER: 738271. Please contact our office directly to schedule. #comfortyoucantrust

"The plumber wes very nice and professional . But, I want a local plumber, located in Lompoc."

Debra D on May 2025


Avatar for Ranch Hands Construction
Ranch Hands Construction
141 E CA-246
4.97(
35
)
Approved Pro
Ranch Hands Construction
141 E CA-246
4.97(
35
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
433 local quotes requested

Contractors License #1018107 Ranch Hands is a handyman business servicing the Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Barbara County. Our purpose is to provide consistent, efficient, and dependable handyman services, with an emphasis on repairs or maintenance for your home, office, or landscape. We show up as gentlemen, clean and sober, and bring enthusiasm, passion, and gratitude to everything we do. We are honest, working men who believe that proper preparation and attention to details is the foundation for success. We lead with recovery, and are on-call for your needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

"The crew at Ranch Hands is always top notch. We've used them a few times now and not only are they timely and knowledgable, they're great humans. Highly recommend."

Jill F on April 2022

Contractors License #1018107 Ranch Hands is a handyman business servicing the Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Barbara County. Our purpose is to provide consistent, efficient, and dependable handyman services, with an emphasis on repairs or maintenance for your home, office, or landscape. We show up as gentlemen, clean and sober, and bring enthusiasm, passion, and gratitude to everything we do. We are honest, working men who believe that proper preparation and attention to details is the foundation for success. We lead with recovery, and are on-call for your needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

"The crew at Ranch Hands is always top notch. We've used them a few times now and not only are they timely and knowledgable, they're great humans. Highly recommend."

Jill F on April 2022


Avatar for Arrow Plumbing Drain and Repair Service
Arrow Plumbing Drain and Repair Service
320 Oak St.
4.83(
18
)
Approved Pro
Arrow Plumbing Drain and Repair Service
320 Oak St.
4.83(
18
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
66 local quotes requested
34 years of experience

Established in 1991, Arrow Plumbing first opened its doors after relocating to the Central Coast from Oahu, Hawaii. Arrow Plumbing was started by Daniel Keuma, who had elevated his skills as a maintenance personnel at Hawaii's #1 tourist attraction "The Polynesian Cultural Center", located in his home town of Laie, Hawaii. As a family owned and operated business he had raised two sons in the business. Since opening, plumbing needs and technology has changed dramatically. Arrow Plumbing has kept up with those demands with additional training needed to be current with those changes. Today, Arrow Plumbing is ready and prepared to take on any job, whether it be a minor drip on a faucet or re-piping your entire house. Give Arrow Plumbing a call today!

"Effectively paid $2200 per hour to fix 3 gas leaks in the line. Re-swabbed 2 couplings with glue and replaced 1 elbow coupling. Decide for yourself if that is expensive or not before calling."

Eli M on February 2021

Established in 1991, Arrow Plumbing first opened its doors after relocating to the Central Coast from Oahu, Hawaii. Arrow Plumbing was started by Daniel Keuma, who had elevated his skills as a maintenance personnel at Hawaii's #1 tourist attraction "The Polynesian Cultural Center", located in his home town of Laie, Hawaii. As a family owned and operated business he had raised two sons in the business. Since opening, plumbing needs and technology has changed dramatically. Arrow Plumbing has kept up with those demands with additional training needed to be current with those changes. Today, Arrow Plumbing is ready and prepared to take on any job, whether it be a minor drip on a faucet or re-piping your entire house. Give Arrow Plumbing a call today!

"Effectively paid $2200 per hour to fix 3 gas leaks in the line. Re-swabbed 2 couplings with glue and replaced 1 elbow coupling. Decide for yourself if that is expensive or not before calling."

Eli M on February 2021

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FAQs for water heater installation and replacement projects in Santa Maria, CA

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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