There is a $50 trip charge applied to all estimates if you decide to go with us the trip charge is deducted from the final bill. Our goal is to ensure the complete satisfaction of every customer we contact, while offering knowledgeable and friendly service at competitive rates. Our hope is that you’ll feel confident in our ability to meet all of your expectations and know that you are always our number one priority. Please take a moment to browse through our site to learn more about our company and what we can do for you. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact us. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
"They installed 2 boilers and 2 hot water heaters. What a beautiful job Carl and Ryan did. Thank you all"
maryann L on October 2021
There is a $50 trip charge applied to all estimates if you decide to go with us the trip charge is deducted from the final bill. Our goal is to ensure the complete satisfaction of every customer we contact, while offering knowledgeable and friendly service at competitive rates. Our hope is that you’ll feel confident in our ability to meet all of your expectations and know that you are always our number one priority. Please take a moment to browse through our site to learn more about our company and what we can do for you. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact us. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
"They installed 2 boilers and 2 hot water heaters. What a beautiful job Carl and Ryan did. Thank you all"
maryann L on October 2021
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.
"On time. Professional. Friendly. Great job."
Jeffrey T on April 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.
"On time. Professional. Friendly. Great job."
Jeffrey T on April 2025
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers a variety of services to satisfy all of your plumbing and heating needs. Our experienced service technicians are trained to provide quality customer service. Toilet trouble, water leaks, no hot water, clogged drains? Not a problem, we guarantee 100% satisfaction along with 100% financing. Call today to get straight forward pricing on service work. We look forward to your call. Service fee charged for all estimates and service calls
"Definitely would use them again and would highly recommend. "
Dom M on February 2025
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers a variety of services to satisfy all of your plumbing and heating needs. Our experienced service technicians are trained to provide quality customer service. Toilet trouble, water leaks, no hot water, clogged drains? Not a problem, we guarantee 100% satisfaction along with 100% financing. Call today to get straight forward pricing on service work. We look forward to your call. Service fee charged for all estimates and service calls
"Definitely would use them again and would highly recommend. "
Dom M on February 2025
Sydlar Service LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Excellent customer service! He came right away to unclogged my kitchen sink and left everything clean . Thank you so much George!"
Marilyn A on May 2025
Sydlar Service LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Excellent customer service! He came right away to unclogged my kitchen sink and left everything clean . Thank you so much George!"
Marilyn A on May 2025
At Phil's Plumbing, LLC, we are known for our high quality work and extreme attention to detail. We can handle jobs of all sizes and always make sure to get your project done right the first time. You won't regret working with us!
"Phil (& his helper) were very professional, reliable, trust-worthy, & more than fair regarding price! He kept in touch if he was delayed. He had multiple issues to keep him busy here... dealing with a leaking sink faucet hose here (& eventually installing a new faucet when Kohler's replacement hose would not fit a DISCONTINUED faucet, adjust water temperature in my guest bath shower & reinstalling the shower faucet, & checking my master bath toilet's fill valve. Sure, YouTube videos are helpful *but they can NOT substitute for a plumber! Also, 20% Senior Citizen discount!"
Michele S on July 2024
At Phil's Plumbing, LLC, we are known for our high quality work and extreme attention to detail. We can handle jobs of all sizes and always make sure to get your project done right the first time. You won't regret working with us!
"Phil (& his helper) were very professional, reliable, trust-worthy, & more than fair regarding price! He kept in touch if he was delayed. He had multiple issues to keep him busy here... dealing with a leaking sink faucet hose here (& eventually installing a new faucet when Kohler's replacement hose would not fit a DISCONTINUED faucet, adjust water temperature in my guest bath shower & reinstalling the shower faucet, & checking my master bath toilet's fill valve. Sure, YouTube videos are helpful *but they can NOT substitute for a plumber! Also, 20% Senior Citizen discount!"
Michele S on July 2024
We are the premier plumbing, heating, air conditioning, drain cleaning, electrical and insulation company serving the New Jersey area for the last two decades. We pride ourselves as the number one service company. Call today!
"Timely and well done"
John B on December 2024
We are the premier plumbing, heating, air conditioning, drain cleaning, electrical and insulation company serving the New Jersey area for the last two decades. We pride ourselves as the number one service company. Call today!
"Timely and well done"
John B on December 2024
Specializing in PLUMBING SERVICES! We have been in business for 30 years! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Carmine did an excellent job removing and installing the hot water heater. It was Sunday afternoon and he came over within an hour, two hours later the job was completed. Really appreciated his help. Great guy, knows his business and was extra careful as if it was his own house to make sure nothing got damaged while transporting the old and new tanks. I’ll definitely call again for any more plumbing jobs. Thanks again"
Jason H on March 2025
Specializing in PLUMBING SERVICES! We have been in business for 30 years! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Carmine did an excellent job removing and installing the hot water heater. It was Sunday afternoon and he came over within an hour, two hours later the job was completed. Really appreciated his help. Great guy, knows his business and was extra careful as if it was his own house to make sure nothing got damaged while transporting the old and new tanks. I’ll definitely call again for any more plumbing jobs. Thanks again"
Jason H on March 2025
At Drain Away Sewer Service, Inc., we put our customers needs first! We offer a range of drain services and we know that our customer's are the backbone of our success. Response times are quick through our 24-hour emergency service and we pride ourselves on providing competitive, up-front costs. Whether you take advantage of our maintenance and service contracts for savings, or you use us for one-time emergency services, Drain Away Sewer Service, Inc. will deliver on professional, reliable and quality work. Drain Away Sewer Service, Inc. provides both residential and commercial drain cleaning services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days per year. Offering over 10 years of experience in the drain cleaning business, our qualified staff is prepared to handle everything from a clogged toilet to main sewer services. We are centrally located to service both Westchester and Fairfield Counties.
"Richard from Drain Away service came out the next day and fixed the clogged drain. He was also very helpful with getting Servpro out to do clean up. Richard provided full and efficient services. Very pleasant and reasonably priced. I would definitely recommend Drain Away for any plumbing issues and would use them again if needed."
Paula A on February 2025
At Drain Away Sewer Service, Inc., we put our customers needs first! We offer a range of drain services and we know that our customer's are the backbone of our success. Response times are quick through our 24-hour emergency service and we pride ourselves on providing competitive, up-front costs. Whether you take advantage of our maintenance and service contracts for savings, or you use us for one-time emergency services, Drain Away Sewer Service, Inc. will deliver on professional, reliable and quality work. Drain Away Sewer Service, Inc. provides both residential and commercial drain cleaning services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days per year. Offering over 10 years of experience in the drain cleaning business, our qualified staff is prepared to handle everything from a clogged toilet to main sewer services. We are centrally located to service both Westchester and Fairfield Counties.
"Richard from Drain Away service came out the next day and fixed the clogged drain. He was also very helpful with getting Servpro out to do clean up. Richard provided full and efficient services. Very pleasant and reasonably priced. I would definitely recommend Drain Away for any plumbing issues and would use them again if needed."
Paula A on February 2025
We specialize in plumbing services, repairs, inspections, installations, drain cleaning, water heaters, 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!
"Very knowledgeable and attention to details. He was able to meticulous fix water leak in one hard to reach area. He showed up on time and finish the job in 2 hours."
SATISH K on February 2025
We specialize in plumbing services, repairs, inspections, installations, drain cleaning, water heaters, 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!
"Very knowledgeable and attention to details. He was able to meticulous fix water leak in one hard to reach area. He showed up on time and finish the job in 2 hours."
SATISH K on February 2025
We are a Plumbing and Heating contractor, give us a call!! We’ve been in business for over 30 years we are always there for our customers when they need us. You can trust us in doing a great job with reasonable prices at your convenience. We are professionals who are honest, reliable with great integrity. We are a licensed contractor at your reach to fix your plumbing and heating issues!! We offer a 5 % discount for 1st time Customers. Our New Location!! 1374 Stuyvesant Ave., Union, NJ 07083
"This was my 2nd time using this company. They were on-time, very professional, explained everything I needed to know, and did an excellent job."
Wafiyyah F on January 2024
We are a Plumbing and Heating contractor, give us a call!! We’ve been in business for over 30 years we are always there for our customers when they need us. You can trust us in doing a great job with reasonable prices at your convenience. We are professionals who are honest, reliable with great integrity. We are a licensed contractor at your reach to fix your plumbing and heating issues!! We offer a 5 % discount for 1st time Customers. Our New Location!! 1374 Stuyvesant Ave., Union, NJ 07083
"This was my 2nd time using this company. They were on-time, very professional, explained everything I needed to know, and did an excellent job."
Wafiyyah F on January 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.