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.
"Great job on the installation of a boiler and water heater. Very professional and prompt."
Ana C on June 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.
"Great job on the installation of a boiler and water heater. Very professional and prompt."
Ana C on June 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!
"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
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service and repair for every heating and cooling need. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in heating and furnace systems, in addition to a variety of plumbing and HVAC related projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results & look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients. We guarantee your satisfaction. We install heat pumps, boilers, central ac systems, ductless ac systems, pool heaters and gas fireplaces. Fully licensed and insured
"This company should be called "High" Quality Home Services Plumbing Heating and AC. Large AC install done at a reasonable price with no hassles. Highly recommended."
Anthony N on April 2023
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service and repair for every heating and cooling need. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in heating and furnace systems, in addition to a variety of plumbing and HVAC related projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results & look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients. We guarantee your satisfaction. We install heat pumps, boilers, central ac systems, ductless ac systems, pool heaters and gas fireplaces. Fully licensed and insured
"This company should be called "High" Quality Home Services Plumbing Heating and AC. Large AC install done at a reasonable price with no hassles. Highly recommended."
Anthony N on April 2023
We at Kulk's Plumbing and Heating are dedicated to your complete satisfaction. We always provide a written estimate before the plumbing services are performed. With our per-job pricing you'll know the full price in advance before we start - giving you peace of mind. We have the training and plumbing knowledge to quickly repair fixtures or install new plumbing lines in any setting. From installing new faucets to water heaters, we will provide you with quality service you need for all your plumbing needs.
"James was great. Vacuumed and scraped my Well McLain Gold. Changed nozzle. Plus cleaned and adjusted my Burnham High efficiency in my rental. Price went up from 286 .00 each to 351.00 . Over 21 % inflation. OUCH"
Troy S on February 2025
We at Kulk's Plumbing and Heating are dedicated to your complete satisfaction. We always provide a written estimate before the plumbing services are performed. With our per-job pricing you'll know the full price in advance before we start - giving you peace of mind. We have the training and plumbing knowledge to quickly repair fixtures or install new plumbing lines in any setting. From installing new faucets to water heaters, we will provide you with quality service you need for all your plumbing needs.
"James was great. Vacuumed and scraped my Well McLain Gold. Changed nozzle. Plus cleaned and adjusted my Burnham High efficiency in my rental. Price went up from 286 .00 each to 351.00 . Over 21 % inflation. OUCH"
Troy S on February 2025
With 5 years of experience in the Plumbing Industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from sewer main clears to unclogging sinks, bathtubs, toilets, and main sewer lines. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give David Drain and Sewer a call today, we look forward to working with you! Industry, we are the experts you need.
"David replaced our old water heater with an efficient heater that saved us hundreds of dollars. He was friendly and very respectful as he explained our issue and how he would solve it. Ps. David also removed our old water heater with no problem. He did the entire job in a timely manner."
Leonard T on June 2025
With 5 years of experience in the Plumbing Industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from sewer main clears to unclogging sinks, bathtubs, toilets, and main sewer lines. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give David Drain and Sewer a call today, we look forward to working with you! Industry, we are the experts you need.
"David replaced our old water heater with an efficient heater that saved us hundreds of dollars. He was friendly and very respectful as he explained our issue and how he would solve it. Ps. David also removed our old water heater with no problem. He did the entire job in a timely manner."
Leonard T on June 2025
"If it wasn't for your Plumber, you'd have no place to go." At David the Plumber, 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.
"Amazing! I highly recommend David! After a very bad experience with a larger company I called David on a whim. He was available to help the day I called him. He is professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly kind! He fixed our hot water heater in a snap and even called to check in the next day to make sure everything was good. I’m so happy we found him and will continue to use him for all our heating, cooling, and plumbing needs."
Christina l on May 2025
"If it wasn't for your Plumber, you'd have no place to go." At David the Plumber, 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.
"Amazing! I highly recommend David! After a very bad experience with a larger company I called David on a whim. He was available to help the day I called him. He is professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly kind! He fixed our hot water heater in a snap and even called to check in the next day to make sure everything was good. I’m so happy we found him and will continue to use him for all our heating, cooling, and plumbing needs."
Christina l on May 2025
Since 1980 Bell Heating and Air Conditioning has been serving Westchester and Putnam with quality comfort systems and components for your home or business. From those early days we have grown to become one of the largest heating and cooling contractors in the area. While many of the others have quit doing business or have sold out to consolidators, we are still locally owned and operated with family still involved in the business. Al and Keith Bell have over 50 years of combined experience in both residential and commercial installation and service. As a family owned business, living and working in the community, we strive to ensure your comfort and exceed your expectations. We accomplish this by providing the most reliable equipment and by promising properly installed heating and cooling systems. We promise to you that our HVAC installation and service are an honest, durable investment for your home or business. We will tailor the right equipment for each application, to provide you the best return on your comfort investment. We promise we won�t treat you like a number in our computer; we will work with you as a person, address your individual needs, and strive to insure your are more than satisfied with your work.
"Heat pump put in"
Danielle Franco G on December 2024
Since 1980 Bell Heating and Air Conditioning has been serving Westchester and Putnam with quality comfort systems and components for your home or business. From those early days we have grown to become one of the largest heating and cooling contractors in the area. While many of the others have quit doing business or have sold out to consolidators, we are still locally owned and operated with family still involved in the business. Al and Keith Bell have over 50 years of combined experience in both residential and commercial installation and service. As a family owned business, living and working in the community, we strive to ensure your comfort and exceed your expectations. We accomplish this by providing the most reliable equipment and by promising properly installed heating and cooling systems. We promise to you that our HVAC installation and service are an honest, durable investment for your home or business. We will tailor the right equipment for each application, to provide you the best return on your comfort investment. We promise we won�t treat you like a number in our computer; we will work with you as a person, address your individual needs, and strive to insure your are more than satisfied with your work.
"Heat pump put in"
Danielle Franco G on December 2024
Archibald Heating & Air Conditioning has been providing top quality work for homeowners and Commercial Property owners in the Ulster and Dutchess County Area since 1938. Archibald Heating and Air conditioning was established in 1938 by my Grandparents William P. and Marvel Archibald. My Grandfather's vision of a strong contractor that can be "trusted" begins to take shape. He creates the Archibald Heating and Air Conditioning "Mission Statement". My Grandfather operated the company until his retirement in 1959 when my Father Wayne G. took over daily operations. I received ownership of the company in1989 with my Fathers retirement. The staff of Archibald Heating and Air Conditioning to this day strives to continue the vision of my Grandfather and Father. Never polluted by corporate buy-outs, driven soley by numbers or strictly profit oriented, we are truly driven by the commitment of a lasting and healthy relationship with you the client. We are currently training generation number four to receive the gift of daily operations inside one of the Hudson Valleys premier HVAC Contracting companies. We specialize in certifications, cleaning, installation, repair & maintenance of all makes & models of Furnaces & Central Air Conditioning units for your home. We welcome the opportunity to show you what experience, expertise & quality products can mean for the value of your home. Whether it�s small repair work or complete installation, we can handle any task with ease. We stand committed to getting the job done with highest quality workmanship a priority. We are a referral based company. People refer their friends and family to us because of the trust we've earned here in the Ulster and Dutchess County Area. We believe in open communication & up front pricing with no hidden surprises. We will be happy to provide a list of satisfied customers who will give reference to the quality of our work, upon request. Call Archibald Heating & Air Conditioning for the comfort of your family & the value of your home. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to review our company profile. We hope that you seek in your job the quality and service that this company can provide. Thank you for considering us as a potential supplier for your mechanical construction and service needs. DeWitt J. Archibald President
"Family owned business who shows up when they say they will, does excellent work at a very fair price. Honest, personable, and most of all reliable, stand behind their work. Highly recommend this business. They have also cleaned and maintained my furnace in the home I reside in, excellent people to work with."
Margaret A on October 2023
Archibald Heating & Air Conditioning has been providing top quality work for homeowners and Commercial Property owners in the Ulster and Dutchess County Area since 1938. Archibald Heating and Air conditioning was established in 1938 by my Grandparents William P. and Marvel Archibald. My Grandfather's vision of a strong contractor that can be "trusted" begins to take shape. He creates the Archibald Heating and Air Conditioning "Mission Statement". My Grandfather operated the company until his retirement in 1959 when my Father Wayne G. took over daily operations. I received ownership of the company in1989 with my Fathers retirement. The staff of Archibald Heating and Air Conditioning to this day strives to continue the vision of my Grandfather and Father. Never polluted by corporate buy-outs, driven soley by numbers or strictly profit oriented, we are truly driven by the commitment of a lasting and healthy relationship with you the client. We are currently training generation number four to receive the gift of daily operations inside one of the Hudson Valleys premier HVAC Contracting companies. We specialize in certifications, cleaning, installation, repair & maintenance of all makes & models of Furnaces & Central Air Conditioning units for your home. We welcome the opportunity to show you what experience, expertise & quality products can mean for the value of your home. Whether it�s small repair work or complete installation, we can handle any task with ease. We stand committed to getting the job done with highest quality workmanship a priority. We are a referral based company. People refer their friends and family to us because of the trust we've earned here in the Ulster and Dutchess County Area. We believe in open communication & up front pricing with no hidden surprises. We will be happy to provide a list of satisfied customers who will give reference to the quality of our work, upon request. Call Archibald Heating & Air Conditioning for the comfort of your family & the value of your home. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to review our company profile. We hope that you seek in your job the quality and service that this company can provide. Thank you for considering us as a potential supplier for your mechanical construction and service needs. DeWitt J. Archibald President
"Family owned business who shows up when they say they will, does excellent work at a very fair price. Honest, personable, and most of all reliable, stand behind their work. Highly recommend this business. They have also cleaned and maintained my furnace in the home I reside in, excellent people to work with."
Margaret A on October 2023
We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"Rockledge Remodeling did a great job. The results exceeded our expectations. I would highly recommend Keith and his team."
michael P on June 2025
We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"Rockledge Remodeling did a great job. The results exceeded our expectations. I would highly recommend Keith and his team."
michael P on June 2025
Total Plumbing offers a variety of plumbing services to meet your needs. Our family owned business guarantees your satisfaction. Services offered include, but are not limited to, hot water heater installation and repair, water softener installation, plumbing leak repairs, and new appliances and fixture installation. Contact us by phone, text, email, or the Angi app to schedule an appointment to service your plumbing needs.
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Kevin at Total Plumbing is the absolute best! Our Navien combo system was acting up, and another company (T Webber) told us it needed to be replaced entirely—for $7,000—even though it was still under warranty and this fee was just for their labor! Thankfully, we called Kevin for a second opinion, and we’re so glad we did! Kevin quickly identified the real issue and assured us the unit didn’t need to be replaced, just repaired with a few new parts. He fixed everything for a fraction of the cost and saved us thousands of dollars. His honesty, expertise, and professionalism are unmatched. Thank you for being so reliable and trustworthy, Kevin! Highly recommend Total Plumbing to anyone in need of an honest and skilled plumber!"
Maria N on January 2025
Total Plumbing offers a variety of plumbing services to meet your needs. Our family owned business guarantees your satisfaction. Services offered include, but are not limited to, hot water heater installation and repair, water softener installation, plumbing leak repairs, and new appliances and fixture installation. Contact us by phone, text, email, or the Angi app to schedule an appointment to service your plumbing needs.
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Kevin at Total Plumbing is the absolute best! Our Navien combo system was acting up, and another company (T Webber) told us it needed to be replaced entirely—for $7,000—even though it was still under warranty and this fee was just for their labor! Thankfully, we called Kevin for a second opinion, and we’re so glad we did! Kevin quickly identified the real issue and assured us the unit didn’t need to be replaced, just repaired with a few new parts. He fixed everything for a fraction of the cost and saved us thousands of dollars. His honesty, expertise, and professionalism are unmatched. Thank you for being so reliable and trustworthy, Kevin! Highly recommend Total Plumbing to anyone in need of an honest and skilled plumber!"
Maria N on January 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.