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!
"Talking with Anthony before hand about the job , very informative and straightforward what to expect. Very reasonably priced, and am very impressed and satisfied with their quality work. I would recommend them, and have the before and after pictures to stand by it."
Randolph S on September 2023
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!
"Talking with Anthony before hand about the job , very informative and straightforward what to expect. Very reasonably priced, and am very impressed and satisfied with their quality work. I would recommend them, and have the before and after pictures to stand by it."
Randolph S on September 2023
ASG 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.
"Alex did a great job replacing our water heater. He was straight forward with his rate, no hidden charges. He was very respectful and kind. I highly recommend his service! I will definitely contact him again for my future plumbing issues."
C E on April 2024
ASG 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.
"Alex did a great job replacing our water heater. He was straight forward with his rate, no hidden charges. He was very respectful and kind. I highly recommend his service! I will definitely contact him again for my future plumbing issues."
C E on April 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We believe in honest fair prices and for both the customer and us. 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!
"Fast and excellent service at a reasonable price. Alerted me to another serious issue and repaired it at the same time."
Mary B on March 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We believe in honest fair prices and for both the customer and us. 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!
"Fast and excellent service at a reasonable price. Alerted me to another serious issue and repaired it at the same time."
Mary B on March 2025
With 30 years of combined experience, Polar Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning is your #1 choice for plumbing, heating, water treatment and air conditioning needs in the Mid-Hudson Valley. So call or text 845-522-5112! Visit our website at www.callpolarpete.com to learn about the Polar experience.
"Installed a new Bosch heat pump in my historic home for $5k less than the competition!"
Oliver O on April 2025
With 30 years of combined experience, Polar Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning is your #1 choice for plumbing, heating, water treatment and air conditioning needs in the Mid-Hudson Valley. So call or text 845-522-5112! Visit our website at www.callpolarpete.com to learn about the Polar experience.
"Installed a new Bosch heat pump in my historic home for $5k less than the competition!"
Oliver O on April 2025
With years of experience in the plumbing industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all of your plumbing needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give RRV Plumbing a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"This person who claimed to work with RVV plumbing came to my house with no tools but just his cellphone to use it as flashlight to look for the source if pipe leaking, use my hummer to knock down a wall which was not the source of leak, left the house and told me that he will have to borrow from his friend a camera to look for the leaking. What kind of non sense is this, why did Angi list allowed this in their website. Not reliable, not an expert at all! Destroyed my walls for nothing and run a business with no tools and the van he drove does not even has his business name, so scary!! What happened to Angi?s list, i thought customers can rely on your business postings!"
willa w on December 2024
With years of experience in the plumbing industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all of your plumbing needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give RRV Plumbing a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"This person who claimed to work with RVV plumbing came to my house with no tools but just his cellphone to use it as flashlight to look for the source if pipe leaking, use my hummer to knock down a wall which was not the source of leak, left the house and told me that he will have to borrow from his friend a camera to look for the leaking. What kind of non sense is this, why did Angi list allowed this in their website. Not reliable, not an expert at all! Destroyed my walls for nothing and run a business with no tools and the van he drove does not even has his business name, so scary!! What happened to Angi?s list, i thought customers can rely on your business postings!"
willa w on December 2024
Were 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're involved with. We're 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.
"Called on Wednesday had the new water heater installed by Friday. "
Ken W on May 2025
Were 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're involved with. We're 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.
"Called on Wednesday had the new water heater installed by Friday. "
Ken W on May 2025
Total Comfort Cooling and Heating is a full service New Jersey Licensed HVACR company servicing both residential and commercial customers throughout the North Jersey area since 1965. Focused on proper design, indoor air quality and stellar service, our customers are rewarded with energy efficient and cost effective systems that provide a comfortable living and working environment. Our service department will diagnose your broken system and let you know what is required to restore your comfort or perform the required seasonal maintenance to keep your systems tuned and ready for the weather conditions to come. We strive to be the best at what we do, so you know you can always rely on us to keep you comfortable. Please contact us today to schedule an appointment with us, so we can help you achieve total comfort in your home or at your business.
"He was patient and did a terrific job for the old house. He was very open and cooperative and did a next day job in the correct amount of time."
Barbara I on September 2024
Total Comfort Cooling and Heating is a full service New Jersey Licensed HVACR company servicing both residential and commercial customers throughout the North Jersey area since 1965. Focused on proper design, indoor air quality and stellar service, our customers are rewarded with energy efficient and cost effective systems that provide a comfortable living and working environment. Our service department will diagnose your broken system and let you know what is required to restore your comfort or perform the required seasonal maintenance to keep your systems tuned and ready for the weather conditions to come. We strive to be the best at what we do, so you know you can always rely on us to keep you comfortable. Please contact us today to schedule an appointment with us, so we can help you achieve total comfort in your home or at your business.
"He was patient and did a terrific job for the old house. He was very open and cooperative and did a next day job in the correct amount of time."
Barbara I on September 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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.
"Good work efficiently"
Charles B on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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.
"Good work efficiently"
Charles B on April 2025
Alb plumbing 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. Alb plumbing is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship 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
"Came as planned, friendly, solved the problem"
Roman W on December 2024
Alb plumbing 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. Alb plumbing is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship 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
"Came as planned, friendly, solved the problem"
Roman W on December 2024
Family owned business servicing the Rockland County area for over 60 years. Additional DBA - United Appliance Parts Distributors.
"Company never contacted me. Ordered a part online and fixed dryer ourselves for $24."
Joan F on October 2020
Family owned business servicing the Rockland County area for over 60 years. Additional DBA - United Appliance Parts Distributors.
"Company never contacted me. Ordered a part online and fixed dryer ourselves for $24."
Joan F on October 2020
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.