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Avatar for Uptime Mechanical Services, LLC
Uptime Mechanical Services, LLC
4.7(
12
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very polite. They responded to our request for service quickly and they were very professional. The job was cleaned up and left no trace that they were here. I would totally recommend them to someone needing some plumbing repair or installation in a home."
Dan's retrofit system
Lamy residence
La Mariposa Residence
Lamy Barn
Tankless retrofit

+3

Response time3 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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NE PLUMBING
4.9(
36
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Jose out of the blue. Actually, I contacted him on Nextdoor after seeing a positive review. I attempted to do my own plumbing and left my house. A disaster with no water. Jose did not hesitate to come over and fix everything in 4 1/2 hours, he was polite and encouraging. He wouldâ ve been done In 2.5 hrs had not needed to fix the mess I made. He was fairly priced and this was on Labor Day. I have already hired him for my next project."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Uptime Mechanical Services, LLC
4.7(
12
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I am a plumbing and mechanical contractor with over 35 years experience. I am dedicated to providing clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair to meet your plumbing and HVAC needs. We take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects, and we're known for our high-quality work, honesty, and professionalism.

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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New Gen Water Systems, LLC
4.6(
18
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The company appears to have finally fixed our repeated leaks by turning down the water pressure as Sonic Leak Detection suggested, and making other important adjustments to our leak detection hookup."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Galactic Mechanical Services LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"He was great. Smart, knowledgeable, efficient and thorough . He was also a really nice person. It was a pleasure to have him here. My husband and I were very impressed ! Thank you Angi for recommending him. He is the best."
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Aries Plumbing
5.0(
5
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

Gas line replacement
Gas line replacement
Gas line replacement
Water heater replacement
Water heater replacement

+5

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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KRCS Construction LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The quality of work is phenomenal. Amazing customer service. My kitchen needed a good upgrade and I could not be more pleased with the end result. Hiring KRCS Construction was the best decision I ever made. I never want to leave my kitchen it came out so beautiful. Kevin made is so so easy and stress free. I will definitely recommend to everyone I know, as well as hire this company again when its time to finish the master bathroom!"
Custom Remodeling
Custom Remodeling
Custom Remodeling
Custom Remodeling
Custom Remodeling

+3

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

It takes between one and three hours to replace a hot water heater element, depending on whether you hire a pro or do the work yourself. For example, a professional plumber with all the necessary tools and experience can often finish the job in one to two hours, whereas DIY will take two to three hours because it'll involve more preparation and troubleshooting.

The lifespan of a water heater depends on its type, usage, and maintenance schedule. Traditional tank-style water heaters typically last between 8 and 12 years, though the range can be as wide as 6 to 15 years. Within this category, gas models often last 8-12 years, while electric models may last 10-15 years. In contrast, tankless water heaters have a significantly longer lifespan, often lasting up to 20 years or more. Factors like heavy usage, hard water, and sediment buildup can shorten a unit's life. To extend its lifespan, it is crucial to perform regular maintenance, such as flushing the tank annually and scheduling professional inspections. If your unit is over a decade old and shows signs of rust, leaks, strange noises, or inconsistent heating, it is likely time for a replacement.

The standard copper wire gauge to use with any 30-amp circuit is a 10-gauge wire. The National Electric Code specifies a 10-gauge wire with appliances like water heaters running on 30 amps. If you try to use a smaller gauge wire, such as a 12 gauge, with a 30-amp breaker, you run the risk of the wire overheating and melting or causing a fire. Because of the safety hazards, the gauge of the wire is not an area to try to cut costs when connecting a 30-amp breaker to a water heater.

The time it takes to install or replace a water heater depends on the type of heater and the complexity of the job. A professional can typically replace a standard tank-style water heater in one to three hours. However, if the work area is tight, such as a small closet or crawl space, the job could take four to five hours. Replacing an existing tankless unit takes about two to three hours, while upgrading from a tank-style to a tankless water heater is more complex and can take four to six hours. The project will take longer if you are switching fuel sources, such as installing a gas heater which can add about an hour to the timeline, or if the unit needs to be relocated.

A water heater is one of the heaviest hitters in your home, and it needs as much power as possible to help it run efficiently and effectively.

Your water heater should be on its own dedicated circuit breaker, with no other power sources running to it. This is required to meet the National Electric Code–and to ensure it runs as efficiently as possible.

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