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
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. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the baasis of our business
"Helped me right away. Did not have to wait all day."
Julie H on September 2023
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. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the baasis of our business
"Helped me right away. Did not have to wait all day."
Julie H on September 2023
We've been proudly serving the Bay Area and surrounding cities since 2015 and have created longstanding, trusting relationships with clients along the way. We are family owned and operated. Whether it's a drain cleaning or you'd like to remodel your whole bathroom/sewer, we've got you covered. "Affordable Plumbing Done Right" is our motto because we believe in fair pricing and treating everyone as if they were our family member.We know plumbing emergencies are never fun and always unexpected so our goal is to get them fixed expeditiously and correctly so you don't have to worry any longer. We can dry up all of your plumbing problems. By taking advantage of the latest plumbing methods and technology, we can quickly and efficiently take care of any job, saving you time and money. Budget Plumbing has the most experienced and knowledgeable plumbers in the Bay Area and beyond.
We've been proudly serving the Bay Area and surrounding cities since 2015 and have created longstanding, trusting relationships with clients along the way. We are family owned and operated. Whether it's a drain cleaning or you'd like to remodel your whole bathroom/sewer, we've got you covered. "Affordable Plumbing Done Right" is our motto because we believe in fair pricing and treating everyone as if they were our family member.We know plumbing emergencies are never fun and always unexpected so our goal is to get them fixed expeditiously and correctly so you don't have to worry any longer. We can dry up all of your plumbing problems. By taking advantage of the latest plumbing methods and technology, we can quickly and efficiently take care of any job, saving you time and money. Budget Plumbing has the most experienced and knowledgeable plumbers in the Bay Area and beyond.
Oak 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. Our customer's safety is extremely important, which is why all of our technicians are fully trained, background checked, and drug tested.
"Malik was very punctual, polite and went into detail about the work, what it will require and estimate time on how long the job will take. I am happy with the work and for sure hired Oak Plumbing for any future work, highly recommended them."
Marco G on April 2025
Oak 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. Our customer's safety is extremely important, which is why all of our technicians are fully trained, background checked, and drug tested.
"Malik was very punctual, polite and went into detail about the work, what it will require and estimate time on how long the job will take. I am happy with the work and for sure hired Oak Plumbing for any future work, highly recommended them."
Marco G on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, and quality of the customer service we provide to meet our consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and 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
"Gray plumbing did a great job. Brandon, Andrew and Eric worked so hard to ensure that the work they did on our house is great and to our full satisfaction. They are all very professional and hardworking. I will recommend them and the company they represent to use for the plumbing needs anyone need done in their home. Thank you!"
Domingo D on March 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, and quality of the customer service we provide to meet our consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and 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
"Gray plumbing did a great job. Brandon, Andrew and Eric worked so hard to ensure that the work they did on our house is great and to our full satisfaction. They are all very professional and hardworking. I will recommend them and the company they represent to use for the plumbing needs anyone need done in their home. Thank you!"
Domingo D on March 2025
We are a family-oriented company that has been committed to taking care of our team, customers and community since 1993. Our highly trained technicians are focused on providing the right options, to make sure you are focused on providing the right options, to make sure that you are 100% satisfied with every solution we deliver. Our goal is to give you peace of mind in knowing, that it comes to plumbing, heating and air needs - we'll always take care of it, because we are here to take care of you.
"Did a great job"
Bill R on June 2025
We are a family-oriented company that has been committed to taking care of our team, customers and community since 1993. Our highly trained technicians are focused on providing the right options, to make sure you are focused on providing the right options, to make sure that you are 100% satisfied with every solution we deliver. Our goal is to give you peace of mind in knowing, that it comes to plumbing, heating and air needs - we'll always take care of it, because we are here to take care of you.
"Did a great job"
Bill R on June 2025
At Premier Plumbing Solutions, we have over 25 years experience and 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 the start to the 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.
"His customer service was excellent and I will be using him for all my future plumbing needs. He even came back a couple days later at no charge when the water was not heating properly."
Gregory W on May 2025
At Premier Plumbing Solutions, we have over 25 years experience and 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 the start to the 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.
"His customer service was excellent and I will be using him for all my future plumbing needs. He even came back a couple days later at no charge when the water was not heating properly."
Gregory W on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your 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 a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Had to have assistance with a job, and they were able to come the same day, which was so helpful to us. Do not hesitate book them now."
Gina B on June 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your 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 a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Had to have assistance with a job, and they were able to come the same day, which was so helpful to us. Do not hesitate book them now."
Gina B on June 2025
With over 10+ years of experience in the industry, Cali Water Heater Solutions is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!
"Was able to come out same day, replaced water heater and took away the old one in 1.5 hours, great price, great service!"
James P on June 2025
With over 10+ years of experience in the industry, Cali Water Heater Solutions is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!
"Was able to come out same day, replaced water heater and took away the old one in 1.5 hours, great price, great service!"
James P on June 2025
Welcome to Beastbay Plumbing! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. We specialize in all plumbing needs. Whether its a regular or On Demand water heater, water filtration or water/drain re-pipe we can handle the job. We will always give you more that one option and guarantee customer satisfaction. We take pride in diagnosing problems and offering solutions that fit your needs. You can book appointment here (highlight, copy and paste link): https://bit.ly/3SxIfar
"Free competitive quote and technician was informative."
George D on April 2025
Welcome to Beastbay Plumbing! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. We specialize in all plumbing needs. Whether its a regular or On Demand water heater, water filtration or water/drain re-pipe we can handle the job. We will always give you more that one option and guarantee customer satisfaction. We take pride in diagnosing problems and offering solutions that fit your needs. You can book appointment here (highlight, copy and paste link): https://bit.ly/3SxIfar
"Free competitive quote and technician was informative."
George D on April 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.