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
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. Drain & Plumbing Solutions LLC, 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 job."
Guadalupe B on February 2023
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. Drain & Plumbing Solutions LLC, 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 job."
Guadalupe B on February 2023
KINGDOM PLUMBING INC 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.
KINGDOM PLUMBING INC 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.
Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter is your full service plumbing company. If you have a plumbing project where you need an experienced plumber that will get the job done correctly and in a timely manner, Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter can get it done for you. Any plumbing job will be done with the highest quality materials and the best qualified plumbers you can find. We have on-going training to insure that you get the quality you deserve and the warranties you expect. All work is 100% Satisfaction guaranteed, in writing. Drain Cleaning, Sewer Line Repair, Hydro-Jetting, Video Sewer Inspection, and any other plumbing work you may need will be done professional and clean. We'll Be There For You!
"job was completed satisfactorily."
Fred S on May 2025
Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter is your full service plumbing company. If you have a plumbing project where you need an experienced plumber that will get the job done correctly and in a timely manner, Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter can get it done for you. Any plumbing job will be done with the highest quality materials and the best qualified plumbers you can find. We have on-going training to insure that you get the quality you deserve and the warranties you expect. All work is 100% Satisfaction guaranteed, in writing. Drain Cleaning, Sewer Line Repair, Hydro-Jetting, Video Sewer Inspection, and any other plumbing work you may need will be done professional and clean. We'll Be There For You!
"job was completed satisfactorily."
Fred S on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Service with courtesy and professional."
Eugenio C on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Service with courtesy and professional."
Eugenio C on April 2025
We are the Home renovation of Santa Clara County offering free estimates, fair rates, and superior workmanship. Our team has been servicing the Bay Area for over 15 years. Our company is licensed, bonded, and insured. Our specialists are equipped, experienced, and provides a full range of services. We guarantee our work and can beat any quote by 10%. Give us a call today! Licensed - Bonded - Insured Family Owned Business
"Put in a beautiful faucet. Thank you!"
David O on May 2025
We are the Home renovation of Santa Clara County offering free estimates, fair rates, and superior workmanship. Our team has been servicing the Bay Area for over 15 years. Our company is licensed, bonded, and insured. Our specialists are equipped, experienced, and provides a full range of services. We guarantee our work and can beat any quote by 10%. Give us a call today! Licensed - Bonded - Insured Family Owned Business
"Put in a beautiful faucet. Thank you!"
David O on May 2025
POSEIDON PLUMBING LLC 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.
"Excellent work, fair price. Iâ ll hire him from now on."
Diana F on August 2024
POSEIDON PLUMBING LLC 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.
"Excellent work, fair price. Iâ ll hire him from now on."
Diana F on August 2024
EMERGENCY ROOTER & PLUMBING 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.
"Good job done but prices were exorbitantly high"
Vinita K on October 2023
EMERGENCY ROOTER & PLUMBING 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.
"Good job done but prices were exorbitantly high"
Vinita K on October 2023
Here at Maverick Water Heaters & Plumbing, we are locally owned and operated. Call us today to schedule an appointment for fast, quality and reliable work. We look forward to assisting you! Customer satisfaction is our number one core value.
"Steve is great! He is professional, knowledgeable, thorough, courteous, has attention to details and easy to talk too. HIs side kick Sam is pretty cute too! I would definitely hire him again if the need arises."
Kathryn O on February 2024
Here at Maverick Water Heaters & Plumbing, we are locally owned and operated. Call us today to schedule an appointment for fast, quality and reliable work. We look forward to assisting you! Customer satisfaction is our number one core value.
"Steve is great! He is professional, knowledgeable, thorough, courteous, has attention to details and easy to talk too. HIs side kick Sam is pretty cute too! I would definitely hire him again if the need arises."
Kathryn O on February 2024
Our company provides exceptional service to the surrounding areas. Always taking pride our services, striving to execute with excellence, and putting our customers in the forefront, is our philosophy. Whatever your home improvement needs may be, you can count on our company to leave you satisfied and happy. Call today , youll be pleased you did. Thank you!
"I love these guys! They were attentive to all my needs and helped me feel at ease with the installation. 100/10 service!"
Olive F on June 2024
Our company provides exceptional service to the surrounding areas. Always taking pride our services, striving to execute with excellence, and putting our customers in the forefront, is our philosophy. Whatever your home improvement needs may be, you can count on our company to leave you satisfied and happy. Call today , youll be pleased you did. Thank you!
"I love these guys! They were attentive to all my needs and helped me feel at ease with the installation. 100/10 service!"
Olive F on June 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.