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 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!
"I had a great experience with them. They did a tankless water heater for a fair price and helped install new water lines for my espresso machine in my cafe. Would recommend to anyone who needs the job done right!"
Alex H on October 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!
"I had a great experience with them. They did a tankless water heater for a fair price and helped install new water lines for my espresso machine in my cafe. Would recommend to anyone who needs the job done right!"
Alex H on October 2023
Please see our Special Offers and Promotions, for a limited time only! Welcome to Bragg Home Services. Since 1968 our company has been providing expert plumbing, heating and cooling services to our many satisfied customers in Marin, Napa and Sonoma counties. Our customers especially like our on-time personalized service, expert skills and up-front fair pricing. We take pride in our ability to respond quickly to your plumbing, heating or cooling problems, with most repairs performed the same day and many within hours of the call. Bragg Home Services takes pride in being the most trusted Mitsubishi Diamond Contractor in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties. We provide the highest quality solutions to your heating and cooling needs at the most reasonable price.
"David was super helpful in looking at my Trane furnace and making all of the recommended adjustments. I especially appreciated the timexhextook to assess the health of the heater and suggestions for making some changes to get cleaner air. Also what to expect in the next few years. Bragg has been a reliable partner for my heating and and water heater"
Helen G on May 2025
Please see our Special Offers and Promotions, for a limited time only! Welcome to Bragg Home Services. Since 1968 our company has been providing expert plumbing, heating and cooling services to our many satisfied customers in Marin, Napa and Sonoma counties. Our customers especially like our on-time personalized service, expert skills and up-front fair pricing. We take pride in our ability to respond quickly to your plumbing, heating or cooling problems, with most repairs performed the same day and many within hours of the call. Bragg Home Services takes pride in being the most trusted Mitsubishi Diamond Contractor in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties. We provide the highest quality solutions to your heating and cooling needs at the most reasonable price.
"David was super helpful in looking at my Trane furnace and making all of the recommended adjustments. I especially appreciated the timexhextook to assess the health of the heater and suggestions for making some changes to get cleaner air. Also what to expect in the next few years. Bragg has been a reliable partner for my heating and and water heater"
Helen G on May 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
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
Beutler Air Conditioning and Plumbing is a premier provider of heating, air conditioning and plumbing services to residential, new construction and commercial customers in the Greater Sacramento area. Part of the ARS/Rescue Rooter Network, Beutler proudly serves both residential and light commercial customers through a knowledgeable team of trained specialists who undergo background checks and drug screening. Available 7 days a week, Beutler Air Conditioning and Plumbing offers products that are energy-efficient, environmentally aware and support new Green technology.
"Just beginning the project"
Brian K on April 2025
Beutler Air Conditioning and Plumbing is a premier provider of heating, air conditioning and plumbing services to residential, new construction and commercial customers in the Greater Sacramento area. Part of the ARS/Rescue Rooter Network, Beutler proudly serves both residential and light commercial customers through a knowledgeable team of trained specialists who undergo background checks and drug screening. Available 7 days a week, Beutler Air Conditioning and Plumbing offers products that are energy-efficient, environmentally aware and support new Green technology.
"Just beginning the project"
Brian K 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 invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you
"I hired this contractor for a major plumbing job, including fixing a slab leak, concrete replacement, and installing new hot and cold water piping. The work was completed promptly and with excellent results. The contractor's professionalism, engineering background, and clear communication were truly impressive. Highly recommended!"
Sergey G on February 2025
We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you
"I hired this contractor for a major plumbing job, including fixing a slab leak, concrete replacement, and installing new hot and cold water piping. The work was completed promptly and with excellent results. The contractor's professionalism, engineering background, and clear communication were truly impressive. Highly recommended!"
Sergey G on February 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
Oak Plumbing is a locally owned and operated plumbing company serving Solano, Marin & Contra Costa Counties. We provide options to prevent, repair, and maintain your water system to best fit your family’s needs. Our goal is to bring customer service back to the plumbing industry. We specialize in residential plumbing repair as well as preventative maintenance. We offer up-front pricing and also Pace financing to be able to service everyone equally. We want to fix the cause of the problem, not just the symptom. Safety is extremely important to us which is why all our technicians are fully trained, background checked, and drug tested.
"Excellent. Two employees did the job. Nice guys. Very polite and they were able to complete a complex job on time. I would definitely hire this company if I ever needed a plumber. The guy who sold us on the job was extremely knowledgeable which is why I selected this company."
Michael D on April 2025
Oak Plumbing is a locally owned and operated plumbing company serving Solano, Marin & Contra Costa Counties. We provide options to prevent, repair, and maintain your water system to best fit your family’s needs. Our goal is to bring customer service back to the plumbing industry. We specialize in residential plumbing repair as well as preventative maintenance. We offer up-front pricing and also Pace financing to be able to service everyone equally. We want to fix the cause of the problem, not just the symptom. Safety is extremely important to us which is why all our technicians are fully trained, background checked, and drug tested.
"Excellent. Two employees did the job. Nice guys. Very polite and they were able to complete a complex job on time. I would definitely hire this company if I ever needed a plumber. The guy who sold us on the job was extremely knowledgeable which is why I selected this company."
Michael 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.