Detailed efficient dependable With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We work for our customers on their schedule, as to make it as convenient as possible for you! We look forward to working with you!
"Great customer service and got the job done quickly!"
Grace S on February 2024
Detailed efficient dependable With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We work for our customers on their schedule, as to make it as convenient as possible for you! We look forward to working with you!
"Great customer service and got the job done quickly!"
Grace S on February 2024
CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING "They are Assertive, Communicative, and diligent. My highest recommendations! Primewest Plumbing is a 5-star plumbing company!" If you're looking for a 5-star plumbing service, look no further than Primewest Plumbing. With the best plumbing services in Orange County, CA, customers should know that they can consistently expect quick, efficient, and professional service from Primewest Plumbing.
"It went fine and they did a great job."
Mark W on September 2024
CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING "They are Assertive, Communicative, and diligent. My highest recommendations! Primewest Plumbing is a 5-star plumbing company!" If you're looking for a 5-star plumbing service, look no further than Primewest Plumbing. With the best plumbing services in Orange County, CA, customers should know that they can consistently expect quick, efficient, and professional service from Primewest Plumbing.
"It went fine and they did a great job."
Mark W on September 2024
We, at Liquid Plumbing, Inc., are not happy unless you are happy! We look forward to bringing our quality and excellence work to your homes. Why would you look anywhere else? We have been in plumbing business for nearly 50 years serving orange county.
"Jose is amazing and did a total new plumbing and installed a new water heater. He's a joy to work with and always showed up and didn't leave until the job was finished."
Kelle M on August 2024
We, at Liquid Plumbing, Inc., are not happy unless you are happy! We look forward to bringing our quality and excellence work to your homes. Why would you look anywhere else? We have been in plumbing business for nearly 50 years serving orange county.
"Jose is amazing and did a total new plumbing and installed a new water heater. He's a joy to work with and always showed up and didn't leave until the job was finished."
Kelle M on August 2024
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 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. Call us today!
"We contacted Flow Tech Plumbing for a leak we had with our washing machine on a Sunday afternoon. The Technician was able to come over within a few hours of our call, assess our situation, and unclog the drain that was causing the leak. We thought it was a hose leaking but it was the drain into the wall that was clogged (who would have thought to check that?) He even helped us move the machine out from the wall so we could clean and dry the areas behind it. We appreciate their prompt service, knowledge and professionalism and will absolutely be using Flow Tech Plumbing again for our plumbing needs. We 100% recommend this company. "
J W on June 2025
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 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. Call us today!
"We contacted Flow Tech Plumbing for a leak we had with our washing machine on a Sunday afternoon. The Technician was able to come over within a few hours of our call, assess our situation, and unclog the drain that was causing the leak. We thought it was a hose leaking but it was the drain into the wall that was clogged (who would have thought to check that?) He even helped us move the machine out from the wall so we could clean and dry the areas behind it. We appreciate their prompt service, knowledge and professionalism and will absolutely be using Flow Tech Plumbing again for our plumbing needs. We 100% recommend this company. "
J W on June 2025
Pristine Plumbing, Inc., is your go to plumbing professional. We have years of experience to provide world class service and will work with you to ensure your complete satisfaction with every project from start to finish. Call today to schedule an appointment! (949) 317-4077.
"The installation was very efficient and the crew did an excellent job in regards to the plumbing hookups and testing. I highly recommend this company and would use them for future projects. I want to comment that this job was in a second floor condominium with very steep stairs and no elevator. To those who wonder how a very heavy 50 gallon water heater is naviga!ted down those stairs without scarring the newly painted walls, l can only say they managed perfectly. No dings anywhere. Good job guys"
Robert N on October 2024
Pristine Plumbing, Inc., is your go to plumbing professional. We have years of experience to provide world class service and will work with you to ensure your complete satisfaction with every project from start to finish. Call today to schedule an appointment! (949) 317-4077.
"The installation was very efficient and the crew did an excellent job in regards to the plumbing hookups and testing. I highly recommend this company and would use them for future projects. I want to comment that this job was in a second floor condominium with very steep stairs and no elevator. To those who wonder how a very heavy 50 gallon water heater is naviga!ted down those stairs without scarring the newly painted walls, l can only say they managed perfectly. No dings anywhere. Good job guys"
Robert N on October 2024
At Barker and Sons Plumbing & Rooter, we are a dedicated team of professionals with over 35 years of experience who provide the best customer service and the most current technologies across Orange County! We are proud to offer a complete range of plumbing, drain and sewer services. Whether you need drain cleaning, water heater repairs, trenchless "no dig" sewer replacement, pipe leak detection or any other plumbing services, you can trust our highly trained plumbers. We know plumbing emergencies can happen at any time, that's why we have real people answering our phones and ready to help as quick as possible. We are excellent communicators and will call and text you 30 minutes prior to our arrival so feel free to go about your day.
"They showed up with short notice on a Friday Night. It was urget as our gas was turned off by the Gas Company, and we did not want to go without gas over the weekend with a sick elderly person in the home. The Technician had the problems fixed within an hour."
Kathy W on April 2023
At Barker and Sons Plumbing & Rooter, we are a dedicated team of professionals with over 35 years of experience who provide the best customer service and the most current technologies across Orange County! We are proud to offer a complete range of plumbing, drain and sewer services. Whether you need drain cleaning, water heater repairs, trenchless "no dig" sewer replacement, pipe leak detection or any other plumbing services, you can trust our highly trained plumbers. We know plumbing emergencies can happen at any time, that's why we have real people answering our phones and ready to help as quick as possible. We are excellent communicators and will call and text you 30 minutes prior to our arrival so feel free to go about your day.
"They showed up with short notice on a Friday Night. It was urget as our gas was turned off by the Gas Company, and we did not want to go without gas over the weekend with a sick elderly person in the home. The Technician had the problems fixed within an hour."
Kathy W on April 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!
"Yes, the work was completed the next day I called the company. Good thing with this company you immediately have a chance to talk to the right person not a customer service. Upfront quote just send the the picture and done deal. Highly recommended!"
Marlene D on May 2025
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!
"Yes, the work was completed the next day I called the company. Good thing with this company you immediately have a chance to talk to the right person not a customer service. Upfront quote just send the the picture and done deal. Highly recommended!"
Marlene D on May 2025
I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!
I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!
Buddy's Plumbing and Rooter 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!
"I don't like writing reviews."
Joseph F on April 2025
Buddy's Plumbing and Rooter 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!
"I don't like writing reviews."
Joseph F on April 2025
Team Rooter Orange County, Inc. offers quality rooter and plumbing services to our customers in the greater Los Angeles area. This has been our passion. For this reason, our team of professional plumbers and technicians use the latest equipment and state-of-the-art technology to find, diagnose and repair rooter and plumbing problems for our residential and commercial customers. We treat you like part of our team and more like a friend or a neighbor and we aim to bring you the best plumbing experience possible. Whether its a clogged drain or a main sewer line replacement, when you need your job done quickly and correctly at an affordable price.
"Root Plumbing responded to same day service, technician Abraham is professional, knowledgeable, efficient and possess amazing work-ethics, he resolved complicated draining issues we have and repaired the laundry issues as well, he worked diligently for the whole weekend to get everything in great functional order. We highly recommend Root Plumbing and shout out to Abraham, thank you so much."
Alice A on September 2024
Team Rooter Orange County, Inc. offers quality rooter and plumbing services to our customers in the greater Los Angeles area. This has been our passion. For this reason, our team of professional plumbers and technicians use the latest equipment and state-of-the-art technology to find, diagnose and repair rooter and plumbing problems for our residential and commercial customers. We treat you like part of our team and more like a friend or a neighbor and we aim to bring you the best plumbing experience possible. Whether its a clogged drain or a main sewer line replacement, when you need your job done quickly and correctly at an affordable price.
"Root Plumbing responded to same day service, technician Abraham is professional, knowledgeable, efficient and possess amazing work-ethics, he resolved complicated draining issues we have and repaired the laundry issues as well, he worked diligently for the whole weekend to get everything in great functional order. We highly recommend Root Plumbing and shout out to Abraham, thank you so much."
Alice A on September 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.