Yes — Menlo Park is part of our regular Bay Area service area. We install and repair tank and heat pump water heaters throughout the city, from Sharon Heights to downtown. Call (408) 733-2000 to schedule a free consultation.

A sulfur or rotten-egg smell is usually caused by bacteria reacting with the anode rod inside the tank, especially in units that have sat unused for a while or in homes with well water. It’s generally not dangerous but is unpleasant and worth having addressed, often by replacing the anode rod or performing a tank disinfection.

Cost depends on the type of unit — standard tank or heat pump — along with your home’s plumbing and electrical setup. Rather than a rough number over the phone, we assess your home in person and provide a clear, itemized quote before scheduling any work.

Frequent cycling, sometimes called short cycling, can be caused by a faulty thermostat, a heating element that’s failing intermittently, or an oversized unit for your household’s actual usage. It wastes energy and puts extra wear on the components, so it’s worth having diagnosed rather than living with it.

We treat leaks as priority calls since they can cause water damage quickly. Same-day service is usually available if you call earlier in the day. Reach us at (408) 733-2000 and we’ll get a technician out as soon as possible.

Yes. Air & Plumbing Systems is a fully licensed and insured California contractor with over 25 years of experience, serving Menlo Park and the wider Bay Area. Our technicians handle tank, heat pump, and boiler water heater installation, repair, and maintenance, with all work backed by warranty.