Looking for a reliable plumber? With over 10 years experience serving the clients of the greater Boston area, Greater Boston Plumbing & Heating can help. We take pride in our work and will work hard to make sure your project is completed on time and within budget. We will make sure your install, service, or repair is handled with care and quality service. Call today and schedule your appointment.
"Fantastic and timely service from good people. Pricing was reasonable, which was not true for many of the other quotes I received. If requiring professional help with plumbing can ever be a good-thing, it will be with these guys."
greg s on July 2017
Looking for a reliable plumber? With over 10 years experience serving the clients of the greater Boston area, Greater Boston Plumbing & Heating can help. We take pride in our work and will work hard to make sure your project is completed on time and within budget. We will make sure your install, service, or repair is handled with care and quality service. Call today and schedule your appointment.
"Fantastic and timely service from good people. Pricing was reasonable, which was not true for many of the other quotes I received. If requiring professional help with plumbing can ever be a good-thing, it will be with these guys."
greg s on July 2017
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. Wildcat Plumbing Services, LLC strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.
"would not recommend this company"
Katherine P on October 2022
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. Wildcat Plumbing Services, LLC strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.
"would not recommend this company"
Katherine P on October 2022
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.
"I had a very negative experience with this company. The staff, from the office to the manager and technician, were consistently disrespectful and unprofessional. They displayed hostility toward me as a customer, to the point where I had to involve law enforcement to have them removed from my property. There was no transparency regarding labor or parts, and they failed to provide clear answers to my questions. They refused to conduct a walkthrough at the end of the job or address concerns about their charges. Additionally, they claimed the job was completed when it was neither finished nor inspected. To make matters worse, they worked without obtaining the required permit, despite it being mandatory in Centennial before starting the work. This company showed a lack of accountability and professionalism throughout the process, and I would not recommend their services to anyone."
AMIR A on December 2024
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.
"I had a very negative experience with this company. The staff, from the office to the manager and technician, were consistently disrespectful and unprofessional. They displayed hostility toward me as a customer, to the point where I had to involve law enforcement to have them removed from my property. There was no transparency regarding labor or parts, and they failed to provide clear answers to my questions. They refused to conduct a walkthrough at the end of the job or address concerns about their charges. Additionally, they claimed the job was completed when it was neither finished nor inspected. To make matters worse, they worked without obtaining the required permit, despite it being mandatory in Centennial before starting the work. This company showed a lack of accountability and professionalism throughout the process, and I would not recommend their services to anyone."
AMIR A on December 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions.
"Giovanni Colon was extremely competent, informed and well spoken. I would definitely recommend him."
Jonathan M on July 2023
With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions.
"Giovanni Colon was extremely competent, informed and well spoken. I would definitely recommend him."
Jonathan M on July 2023
We take the time to really listen and understand your goals and needs to make sure you are fully satisfied with the service you receive. Our service experts are trained to offer long term solutions that will best work for you and your family. We are a family owned and locally operated company serving Middlesex County, Essex County, Suffolk County and surrounding communities. Super Service Today, Inc. specializes in all aspects of plumbing, gas work, residential heating, drain cleaning, sewer repairs and main water service relays. We are available to assist you with all of your plumbing requirements from faucet installs to sewer replacements. We are solution experts that you only need to call once. Give us a call today to see how we can help you with all of your plumbing needs
"Quick response and good service. Price is reasonable."
Jing Z on March 2025
We take the time to really listen and understand your goals and needs to make sure you are fully satisfied with the service you receive. Our service experts are trained to offer long term solutions that will best work for you and your family. We are a family owned and locally operated company serving Middlesex County, Essex County, Suffolk County and surrounding communities. Super Service Today, Inc. specializes in all aspects of plumbing, gas work, residential heating, drain cleaning, sewer repairs and main water service relays. We are available to assist you with all of your plumbing requirements from faucet installs to sewer replacements. We are solution experts that you only need to call once. Give us a call today to see how we can help you with all of your plumbing needs
"Quick response and good service. Price is reasonable."
Jing Z on March 2025
When it comes to great service for your home or business, it doesn't get better than the professionalism and dedication of Rodenhiser Plumbing, Heating, AC and Electric. It's an unsurpassed level of service built on a promise that ensures you get the very best. When you call Rodenhiser, your satisfaction is guaranteed. With 90+ years of delighted residential and commercial clients, you can be sure that it's a promise that Rodenhiser delivers on every day.
When it comes to great service for your home or business, it doesn't get better than the professionalism and dedication of Rodenhiser Plumbing, Heating, AC and Electric. It's an unsurpassed level of service built on a promise that ensures you get the very best. When you call Rodenhiser, your satisfaction is guaranteed. With 90+ years of delighted residential and commercial clients, you can be sure that it's a promise that Rodenhiser delivers on every day.
Gentille Plumbing and Heating is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
"Ryan was incredible to work with very knowledgeable, honest, and fair! Would absolutely recommend anyone of my friends and family to use him for their plumbing needs. Thank you! "
Joseph B on June 2025
Gentille Plumbing and Heating is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
"Ryan was incredible to work with very knowledgeable, honest, and fair! Would absolutely recommend anyone of my friends and family to use him for their plumbing needs. Thank you! "
Joseph B on June 2025
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.
"A++, fast, knowledgeable, professional, great communication."
John R on June 2025
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.
"A++, fast, knowledgeable, professional, great communication."
John R on June 2025
With over 100 years of experience, Trust 1 Heating, Cooling, 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.
"I recently worked with Trust1 Services and the experience was fantastic. A technician came to my home and informed me that my system was outdated and broken. They provided me with options to either repair or replace it, but without any pressure. We decided to go with the replacement as it was the more economical choice in the long run. During the process, the owner, Anthony, stopped by to check on the job and express his gratitude for our business. He even brought pizza from Town Spa after learning that it was my favorite place. Anthony shared some stories about how he got started in the business, making the entire experience even more enjoyable. This was hands down the best experience we have ever had with a contractor. The work was exceptional, and the overall experience was amazing. Anthony truly impressed us."
Devon H on May 2025
With over 100 years of experience, Trust 1 Heating, Cooling, 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.
"I recently worked with Trust1 Services and the experience was fantastic. A technician came to my home and informed me that my system was outdated and broken. They provided me with options to either repair or replace it, but without any pressure. We decided to go with the replacement as it was the more economical choice in the long run. During the process, the owner, Anthony, stopped by to check on the job and express his gratitude for our business. He even brought pizza from Town Spa after learning that it was my favorite place. Anthony shared some stories about how he got started in the business, making the entire experience even more enjoyable. This was hands down the best experience we have ever had with a contractor. The work was exceptional, and the overall experience was amazing. Anthony truly impressed us."
Devon H on May 2025
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.