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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Over 30 years of experience in the mechanical industry.
"I used Northcoast to install outdoor shower plumbing. See in pictures below. Great Job. It was my 2nd time using this company. The first time Robert fixed my heat for me in the winter. Another company in cape cod tried to charge me 10 times more than he’s did. Robert is honest and gets the job done. I would use him hands down."
Patrick K 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Over 30 years of experience in the mechanical industry.
"I used Northcoast to install outdoor shower plumbing. See in pictures below. Great Job. It was my 2nd time using this company. The first time Robert fixed my heat for me in the winter. Another company in cape cod tried to charge me 10 times more than he’s did. Robert is honest and gets the job done. I would use him hands down."
Patrick K on June 2025
At Harbor Master Plumbing & Heating, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.
"They installed a new shower valve in my house in Centerville. They did a great job with short notice at a affordable price. 5Star+ for Harbor Masters Plumbing"
Carl F on July 2022
At Harbor Master Plumbing & Heating, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.
"They installed a new shower valve in my house in Centerville. They did a great job with short notice at a affordable price. 5Star+ for Harbor Masters Plumbing"
Carl F on July 2022
Tatra Building Company provides general construction services for Cape Cod and South Shore area. We are committed to excellence, offering years of experience and fast, friendly service. Bridging design, construction and mechanical services, we deliver the best product, value and price. Shop around and then give us the call last, you will be glad you did. From a simple task like new electrical service, water heater or bathroom remodeling, to a new home or business property design and construction. Really..... Superior quality, attention, best price, forever relationship
"These people are HIGHLY professional and do the work RIGHT AWAY! Very reasonable prices! Would hire again!"
Barbara T on December 2024
Tatra Building Company provides general construction services for Cape Cod and South Shore area. We are committed to excellence, offering years of experience and fast, friendly service. Bridging design, construction and mechanical services, we deliver the best product, value and price. Shop around and then give us the call last, you will be glad you did. From a simple task like new electrical service, water heater or bathroom remodeling, to a new home or business property design and construction. Really..... Superior quality, attention, best price, forever relationship
"These people are HIGHLY professional and do the work RIGHT AWAY! Very reasonable prices! Would hire again!"
Barbara T on December 2024
Massachusetts Licensed General Contracting firm, family and woman owned and operated. Whether you would like to remodel a portion of your home, paint - interior or exterior, fix up a room or two, or even build a new home, we are the company for you! We help homeowners to see the true potential in their homes. We collaborate with customers who have an idea, and our designer will help you put your ideas on paper, and then make it a reality in your home. We also have inspection and troubleshooting experience and can provide homeowners with information about problems in the home and solutions to correct them. We offer FREE estimates. Our well established contractors look forward working with you AND your budget to complete your project in a timely fashion. Call today to discuss your home improvement project and schedule an estimate, Mike 774-212-2547. 2023 Roof Special September, October, and November ONLY 1- One day "in and out" 2- Guaranteed 1 year workmanship 3- Lifetime warranty CertainTeed asphalt shingles
"We had this company build a new master-suite in our home. That included floor plan changes, tiling the bath, installing a new shower, a jetted tub and a new toilet. Only 3 months after many things fall apart. A glass shelf almost fell in the tub when my wife was in it. It almost injured her. Towel racks came of the walls leaving giant holes behind. The brand new tub stoped draining. I brought in a licensed plumber to fix that and he told me he never saw "such a sh*tshow". And conveniently Mike told me in the middle of he project that his company declared bankruptcy, so no point suing him."
Alexander V on September 2023
Massachusetts Licensed General Contracting firm, family and woman owned and operated. Whether you would like to remodel a portion of your home, paint - interior or exterior, fix up a room or two, or even build a new home, we are the company for you! We help homeowners to see the true potential in their homes. We collaborate with customers who have an idea, and our designer will help you put your ideas on paper, and then make it a reality in your home. We also have inspection and troubleshooting experience and can provide homeowners with information about problems in the home and solutions to correct them. We offer FREE estimates. Our well established contractors look forward working with you AND your budget to complete your project in a timely fashion. Call today to discuss your home improvement project and schedule an estimate, Mike 774-212-2547. 2023 Roof Special September, October, and November ONLY 1- One day "in and out" 2- Guaranteed 1 year workmanship 3- Lifetime warranty CertainTeed asphalt shingles
"We had this company build a new master-suite in our home. That included floor plan changes, tiling the bath, installing a new shower, a jetted tub and a new toilet. Only 3 months after many things fall apart. A glass shelf almost fell in the tub when my wife was in it. It almost injured her. Towel racks came of the walls leaving giant holes behind. The brand new tub stoped draining. I brought in a licensed plumber to fix that and he told me he never saw "such a sh*tshow". And conveniently Mike told me in the middle of he project that his company declared bankruptcy, so no point suing him."
Alexander V on September 2023
Anchor Building & Designs is a fully licensed and insured Construction company. We are proud to be the Top 1% Massachusetts licensed contractors according to BuildZoom rank. Our company has over 25 years of combined experience on the Cape providing to all costumers the best experience as possible. Our team is totally prepared for any type of construction, from small to high end custom homes. We are proud of our reputation and will be more than happy to connect our new costumers to previous happy costumers. Feel free to contact us anytime for a free consultation.
"Great work start to finish"
Michael S on October 2024
Anchor Building & Designs is a fully licensed and insured Construction company. We are proud to be the Top 1% Massachusetts licensed contractors according to BuildZoom rank. Our company has over 25 years of combined experience on the Cape providing to all costumers the best experience as possible. Our team is totally prepared for any type of construction, from small to high end custom homes. We are proud of our reputation and will be more than happy to connect our new costumers to previous happy costumers. Feel free to contact us anytime for a free consultation.
"Great work start to finish"
Michael S on October 2024
Welcome to Castro finish carpentry! We have over 12 years of experience on all: *Remodeling (Interior and Exterior) *Decks *Additions framing *Siding *Roofing *Windows *Doors And so much more!! Castro Finish Carpentry is a full insured company located at Cape Cod, on the field over 12 years. Our crew is formed by high capacity craftsman to guarantee a impeccable job, beyond competence and dedication, we preserve transparency to our costumers!! Feel free to give us a call and email for any question!
"The project went very well. From the initial assessment through unexpected issues to completion, the process was smooth and the work was professional and well done. Steve was very responsive and helpful throughout."
Robert G on May 2025
Welcome to Castro finish carpentry! We have over 12 years of experience on all: *Remodeling (Interior and Exterior) *Decks *Additions framing *Siding *Roofing *Windows *Doors And so much more!! Castro Finish Carpentry is a full insured company located at Cape Cod, on the field over 12 years. Our crew is formed by high capacity craftsman to guarantee a impeccable job, beyond competence and dedication, we preserve transparency to our costumers!! Feel free to give us a call and email for any question!
"The project went very well. From the initial assessment through unexpected issues to completion, the process was smooth and the work was professional and well done. Steve was very responsive and helpful throughout."
Robert G on May 2025
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing, bathroom, window and door projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Ayden was very kind and insightful. I was happy to meet an incredible worker like that from Long Home."
Alayna L on April 2025
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing, bathroom, window and door projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Ayden was very kind and insightful. I was happy to meet an incredible worker like that from Long Home."
Alayna L on April 2025
With over 20 years of carpentry experience, Johnson Home Building LLC strives themselves on customer satisfaction, professionalism and quality craftsmanship. The owner, Timothy Johnson shares his father and grandfathers' passion for construction and helping others achieve the home of their dreams through remodeling projects. Call Johnson Home Building LLC for any of your renovation needs today!
"Tim built us the deck of our dreams. He did a fantastic job. We are high maintenance and he answered all of our questions throughout. Very responsive. Highly recommended."
Jeffrey V on April 2023
With over 20 years of carpentry experience, Johnson Home Building LLC strives themselves on customer satisfaction, professionalism and quality craftsmanship. The owner, Timothy Johnson shares his father and grandfathers' passion for construction and helping others achieve the home of their dreams through remodeling projects. Call Johnson Home Building LLC for any of your renovation needs today!
"Tim built us the deck of our dreams. He did a fantastic job. We are high maintenance and he answered all of our questions throughout. Very responsive. Highly recommended."
Jeffrey V on April 2023
Hoctor Built Homes has a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction and one call does it all services from landscaping to New Home construction. We pride ourselves in being the experts in the industry. Call us for a free quote today!
Hoctor Built Homes has a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction and one call does it all services from landscaping to New Home construction. We pride ourselves in being the experts in the industry. Call us for a free quote today!
Loyd's Home Improvement is ready to provide everything and anything your home needs to look and feel new again at affordable prices. With over 25 years of experience, Loyd's Home Improvement has designed and build several Handicapped decks and ramps. Call today for details! Additional DBA - Harold Loyd.
"Harold & his crew, Charlie & Mike were awesome. Came to work on time. They listened to my wants & needs and came up with a plan that worked. Communicated with us through out the process. Their attention to detail was incredible. They went above & beyond their job description. I would highly recommend them on any renovations, they are very talented skilled laborers. It was a pleasure doing business with this company."
John R on December 2024
Loyd's Home Improvement is ready to provide everything and anything your home needs to look and feel new again at affordable prices. With over 25 years of experience, Loyd's Home Improvement has designed and build several Handicapped decks and ramps. Call today for details! Additional DBA - Harold Loyd.
"Harold & his crew, Charlie & Mike were awesome. Came to work on time. They listened to my wants & needs and came up with a plan that worked. Communicated with us through out the process. Their attention to detail was incredible. They went above & beyond their job description. I would highly recommend them on any renovations, they are very talented skilled laborers. It was a pleasure doing business with this company."
John R on December 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.