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Avatar for Albuquerque Plumbing Heating & Cooling
Albuquerque Plumbing Heating & Cooling
4.6(
1,302
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Serving Rio Communities, NM and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After trying to get another A rated company to come to my home and not getting any response after multiple attempts to reach them, I reached out to ABQ Plumbing, Heating and Cooling. They answered my call immediately (no messages had to be left), they had someone scheduled to be there within days (I called on a Friday). The toilet issue was repaired same day as the consultation. Matt, the technician who came out, completed the job quickly and the work was great. He discussed caulking options with me and provided his input on why I may or may not want to do it a specific way and let me decide how I wanted it done. He was scheduled to return the following Monday to complete the work to replace the kitchen Faucet and garbage disposal. He gave input on purchase options with him vs. getting it ourselves and pros and cons of both. We opted to buy our own and have him do the work. He provided some general guidance on brands without pushing any specific one, and guaranteed he could install whatever we purchased. He arrived on-time on the scheduled day, and performed the replacements quickly. He had me test everything to ensure it was to my satisfaction, and specifically pointed out what connections and piping he had to replace, as well as showing me how to do basic user maintenance on my new garbage disposal to help save me money in the future. I highly recommend this company, and Matt is great."
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Kris Byer Plumbing
5.0(
21
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Serving Rio Communities, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Had an issue with my gas dryer. Kris responded quickly and did a thorough job inspecting and diagnosing. He did not try to sell me anything that I didn't need. He is very honest and knowledgeable. Will hire again in future!"
Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for A.K.A Electric
A.K.A Electric
4.7(
159
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Serving Rio Communities, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great service. Abran arrived on time, was very polite and did an excellent job of installing my ceiling fan with a light fixture attached. Fair price for service. I will recommend and hire him again."
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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The Amazing Repair Specialist
4.7(
64
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Serving Rio Communities, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Conrad Maez did amazing work with my outdated kitchen. He explained everything and I didn't have any surprises. He was on time and finished the job quickly. I would highly recommend this company."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for MRM PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL, LLC
MRM PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL, LLC
4.0(
210
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Serving Rio Communities, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They changed the scheduled time on me twice. They sent inexperienced plumbers who did not unplug my drain and broke my new garbage disposal because they did not install it properly. I have tried to get them to come back to finish clearing my drain and they are giving me a excuses to postpone coming in to finish the job. On a positive note, they did not bill me and said the would not until they fixed the problem. The workers were very kind and well spoken. The mistakes they made were honest mistakes and I think they were willing to correct them."
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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Galactic Mechanical Services LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Rio Communities, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Title: Exceptional, trustworthy plumbing — highly recommended Galactic Mechanical & Plumbing exceeded every expectation. After a frustrating runaround with other companies, Jordan drove up from Albuquerque to Santa Fe, waived the trip charge, and quickly diagnosed that I only needed a faucet fixture (not a full sink). He went to Home Depot, installed the new fixture, fixed a few other small issues, and left everything working — all billed fairly for one hour of labor. Jordan was professional, efficient, and honest; Megan in the office was courteous and helpful. As a longtime local with two homes, I’m already planning to use Galactic as my go-to plumber. Highly recommend them for reliable, respectful, and skilled service. Thank you, Jordan."
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Install Garbage Disposal questions, answered by experts

Whether it's worth repairing your garbage disposal depends on its age and the specific problem. Generally, if the unit is eight years old or younger, repair is a good option. For minor issues like a bad seal or a simple jam, a repair can be inexpensive, sometimes under $10. However, if the motor is broken (a repair that can cost $150 or more) or the unit is getting old, it's often more cost-effective to replace the entire disposal.

Soil is just one of the items you shouldn't put down a garbage disposal. Garbage disposals are only meant for soft, non-fibrous foods. Large amounts of topsoil, dirt, or rocks will damage the blades of your garbage disposal or clog the pipes. If a small amount of dirt goes down the drain as you repot a plant, you shouldn't have to worry, but never dump a whole pot of soil in the sink for fast disposal.

There are many maintenance and repair issues that lead to a malfunctioning garbage disposal. Regular clogs place wear and tear on the motors, leading to an eventual shutdown. Electrical issues at the breaker, wall outlet, or disposal itself can fry the unit. The most common cause is simply a worn-down motor. These motors can only handle so much use before powering down for good. 

While unplugging your garbage disposal and plugging it back in may help, most units have an actual reset button, a bright red switch found on the underside of your unit. If your garbage disposal needs resetting, you may notice this button sticking out about a quarter of an inch from the surface of the unit, with which it’s usually flush. Simply depress this reset button to reset the unit, and then test to ensure it’s working about 10 minutes later.

No, you do not need a garbage disposal to have a dishwasher. A dishwasher will work without one, and while it's rare to see a home with a dishwasher that doesn't have a disposal, it is possible. The two appliances pair well and are often installed together because a disposal simplifies meal cleanup.

However, your dishwasher should not be used as a replacement for a garbage disposal. Subjecting it to continuous food leftovers can lead to major clogs. If you choose not to install a garbage disposal, you should thoroughly rinse your plates or scrape excess food into the trash or a compost pile before loading them into the dishwasher to prevent plumbing issues.

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