We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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.
"Very pleased with the company. Will use again if service is needed. I have recommended Carl to other people."
Joy K on March 2022
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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.
"Very pleased with the company. Will use again if service is needed. I have recommended Carl to other people."
Joy K on March 2022
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.
"Excellent company! Brandon Gerald is very dependable, professional, thorough, prompt, has great communication skills, and did a great job!"
Paul S on May 2023
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.
"Excellent company! Brandon Gerald is very dependable, professional, thorough, prompt, has great communication skills, and did a great job!"
Paul S on May 2023
Why Choose Carolina Cool? Experience the Carolina Cool Difference! Fast & Friendly Whether you have a complicated installation or a simple tuneup, Carolina Cool has the know how to get your job done right. Quality Workmanship When it come to quality work youll find that Carolina Cool sets the bar higher than all of its competition. Our customers call us back again and again when the job quality really matters. Upfront Pricing At Carolina Cool there are no hidden surprises. A technician will discuss the job with you ahead of time and provide you with the options. Free Estimates If you have a job where HVAC or ductwork replacement is involved our Comfort Advisors provide free estimates every day. Call us to get yours scheduled. ASK ABOUT A MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT & SAVE!
Why Choose Carolina Cool? Experience the Carolina Cool Difference! Fast & Friendly Whether you have a complicated installation or a simple tuneup, Carolina Cool has the know how to get your job done right. Quality Workmanship When it come to quality work youll find that Carolina Cool sets the bar higher than all of its competition. Our customers call us back again and again when the job quality really matters. Upfront Pricing At Carolina Cool there are no hidden surprises. A technician will discuss the job with you ahead of time and provide you with the options. Free Estimates If you have a job where HVAC or ductwork replacement is involved our Comfort Advisors provide free estimates every day. Call us to get yours scheduled. ASK ABOUT A MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT & SAVE!
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
"Danny did a great job was super quick to get here on a Sunday and fixed our hot water tank within 15 minutes we were good to go. Great experience and reasonable price "
Sydney S on May 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
"Danny did a great job was super quick to get here on a Sunday and fixed our hot water tank within 15 minutes we were good to go. Great experience and reasonable price "
Sydney S on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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.
"I highly recommend this company I have used them several times. They are knowledgeable, stick to the task, their work is very professional and well done. You can't beat their prices! This is the company to choose for your plumbing."
Rhonda C on September 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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.
"I highly recommend this company I have used them several times. They are knowledgeable, stick to the task, their work is very professional and well done. You can't beat their prices! This is the company to choose for your plumbing."
Rhonda C on September 2024
Murrells Inlet Pipe Dream Plumbing and Drain Services is your trusted local plumbing company serving Murrells Inlet, SC and surrounding areas, including Garden City, Surfside Beach, and Pawleys Island. We specialize in residential plumbing services including water heater and tankless water heater installation, faucet repair, drain cleaning, water piping, drain clearing, and water filtration systems. Our licensed and experienced plumbers are committed to providing honest, high-quality work with upfront pricing and fast, friendly service. Whether you're dealing with a clogged drain, a leaking pipe, or planning a full plumbing upgrade, we deliver reliable solutions tailored to your needs. At Murrells Inlet Pipe Dream, your satisfaction is our top priority. Contact us today for a free quote and discover why we're the go-to plumbing team in Murrells Inlet and beyond.
"I recently had MI Pipe Dream install a tankless water heater at my home, and I couldn’t be happier with the entire experience. From the first phone call to the final walkthrough, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful. Scheduling was quick and easy. They were able to get someone out to my house sooner than I expected, which was a pleasant surprise. On installation day, the crew showed up right on time and immediately got to work. They were respectful of my home, used drop cloths to protect the flooring, and explained what they were doing at each step so I always felt informed and confident in their work. The install itself went smoothly and was clearly done with care and attention to detail. They even noticed a couple of things from my previous setup that could be improved and took the time to address those at no extra cost. By the end of the day, everything was installed, tested, and working perfectly. As for the tankless water heater — what a difference"
Lacey S on June 2025
Murrells Inlet Pipe Dream Plumbing and Drain Services is your trusted local plumbing company serving Murrells Inlet, SC and surrounding areas, including Garden City, Surfside Beach, and Pawleys Island. We specialize in residential plumbing services including water heater and tankless water heater installation, faucet repair, drain cleaning, water piping, drain clearing, and water filtration systems. Our licensed and experienced plumbers are committed to providing honest, high-quality work with upfront pricing and fast, friendly service. Whether you're dealing with a clogged drain, a leaking pipe, or planning a full plumbing upgrade, we deliver reliable solutions tailored to your needs. At Murrells Inlet Pipe Dream, your satisfaction is our top priority. Contact us today for a free quote and discover why we're the go-to plumbing team in Murrells Inlet and beyond.
"I recently had MI Pipe Dream install a tankless water heater at my home, and I couldn’t be happier with the entire experience. From the first phone call to the final walkthrough, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful. Scheduling was quick and easy. They were able to get someone out to my house sooner than I expected, which was a pleasant surprise. On installation day, the crew showed up right on time and immediately got to work. They were respectful of my home, used drop cloths to protect the flooring, and explained what they were doing at each step so I always felt informed and confident in their work. The install itself went smoothly and was clearly done with care and attention to detail. They even noticed a couple of things from my previous setup that could be improved and took the time to address those at no extra cost. By the end of the day, everything was installed, tested, and working perfectly. As for the tankless water heater — what a difference"
Lacey S on June 2025
Call the Best and We'll Handle the Rest! Locally owned and operated company providing home and business services solutions done at fair prices and with integrity. We believe it's not what you do but how well you do it.
"Fast response and professional service"
Jerry B on December 2023
Call the Best and We'll Handle the Rest! Locally owned and operated company providing home and business services solutions done at fair prices and with integrity. We believe it's not what you do but how well you do it.
"Fast response and professional service"
Jerry B on December 2023
Plumb ER is a locally/owner run and operated company with over 22 years of experience. We are your one stop spot for all of your residential and commercial plumbing needs. We specialize in all facets of plumbing. We are extremely competitive and understand the value of building life long relationships with our customers. Once you use us, you will never have to find another plumbing contractor again. Workmanship guaranteed. Prompt reply to your request.
"Paul did a great job he was knowledgeable and efficient. Arrived on time and went straight to work. Knew what the problem was and knew how to fix it. Trained on the Rinnai Tankless water heater."
Elizabeth S on June 2025
Plumb ER is a locally/owner run and operated company with over 22 years of experience. We are your one stop spot for all of your residential and commercial plumbing needs. We specialize in all facets of plumbing. We are extremely competitive and understand the value of building life long relationships with our customers. Once you use us, you will never have to find another plumbing contractor again. Workmanship guaranteed. Prompt reply to your request.
"Paul did a great job he was knowledgeable and efficient. Arrived on time and went straight to work. Knew what the problem was and knew how to fix it. Trained on the Rinnai Tankless water heater."
Elizabeth S on June 2025
Master Homes/KBD Renovations specializes in Turn Key Residential & Commercial Remodeling. By visiting our Showroom, Customers are able to look at Displays for Countertops, Sinks, Cabinets, Flooring, Tile & much more. We offer the quickest turn around time in the region! With over 15 years of experience, we guarantee our customer's satisfaction.
"Awesome experience. If you’re looking for a place that remodels, works with kitchens, cabinet, and inside homes. This is the place to contact. Great experience! Excellent work!"
alba a on September 2024
Master Homes/KBD Renovations specializes in Turn Key Residential & Commercial Remodeling. By visiting our Showroom, Customers are able to look at Displays for Countertops, Sinks, Cabinets, Flooring, Tile & much more. We offer the quickest turn around time in the region! With over 15 years of experience, we guarantee our customer's satisfaction.
"Awesome experience. If you’re looking for a place that remodels, works with kitchens, cabinet, and inside homes. This is the place to contact. Great experience! Excellent work!"
alba a on September 2024
MA Design & Construction, part of the MA Group Companies is an honest, reliable, and family-owned business with over 20 years of experience in design, real estate development, and renovation. We service the greater Boston area in Massachusetts and the Myrtle Beach and surrounding areas in South Carolina. We take pride in our work and look forward to serving you in ALL your residential and commercial design, build, and remodeling needs: additions, new construction buildings, plumbing and electrical, kitchen and bathroom renovation, decks and porches, basement finishing, flooring installation, painting, wallpaper installation, mold and LEAD remediation, and much more! All your needs in one stop! Please contact us today for a free estimate!
" With baby #2 on her way, we decided to renovate our kitchen and bathrooms so it worked with our growing family. Marc and his team did a great job working with us in the short amount of time given. He was attentive to our ideas, and offered his own ideas which we found very helpful. Him and his team were professional, walked me through the process, keeping me in loop every step of the way and really did his best to fulfill our needs and more! He was tentative in answering our questions and acted quickly when we had concerns. His team showed up when promised, worked hard and completed projects in a timely and professional manner. Ma design and construction company was a pleasure to work with and I’m happy with the outcome. I highly recommend Ma Design and would definitely work with them again in the future."
Sheryl P on June 2023
MA Design & Construction, part of the MA Group Companies is an honest, reliable, and family-owned business with over 20 years of experience in design, real estate development, and renovation. We service the greater Boston area in Massachusetts and the Myrtle Beach and surrounding areas in South Carolina. We take pride in our work and look forward to serving you in ALL your residential and commercial design, build, and remodeling needs: additions, new construction buildings, plumbing and electrical, kitchen and bathroom renovation, decks and porches, basement finishing, flooring installation, painting, wallpaper installation, mold and LEAD remediation, and much more! All your needs in one stop! Please contact us today for a free estimate!
" With baby #2 on her way, we decided to renovate our kitchen and bathrooms so it worked with our growing family. Marc and his team did a great job working with us in the short amount of time given. He was attentive to our ideas, and offered his own ideas which we found very helpful. Him and his team were professional, walked me through the process, keeping me in loop every step of the way and really did his best to fulfill our needs and more! He was tentative in answering our questions and acted quickly when we had concerns. His team showed up when promised, worked hard and completed projects in a timely and professional manner. Ma design and construction company was a pleasure to work with and I’m happy with the outcome. I highly recommend Ma Design and would definitely work with them again in the future."
Sheryl P on June 2023
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.