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

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The installers did a great job removing old system and installing the new system in the garage along with the A/C system on the roof. A very neat job and a great clean-up afterwards. The installers were knowledgeable of the systems and made sure I was pleased with the work! I will continue to use Albuquerque Plumbing and Heating Company my home plus have them do my Daughters house too!! The technicians in this company are also trained to install & repair tankless hot water heaters too!!"
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Central Heating and Plumbing
4.7(
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He didn't excellent job in replacing valves on my sprinkler system."
Response time6 hrs
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Hands on Plumbing General Contracting, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent contractor. They were able to get us scheduled quickly and took care of replacing our leaking water heater, and also brought gas and water hookups up to code. I will hire them again if we have any future plumbing needs."
Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by13%of homeowners
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Signature Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
4.1(
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The installer was happy to explain the process. Quite a few changes needed tho be made to bring the water heater up to code, and he was knowledgeable about them all."
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505 PLUMBING HEATING AND COOLING LLC
5.0(
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"David Hunter came to my home to give me an estimate and the very next morning he was there with a new water heater. The install was incredible, timely and they even cleaned up better than it was when they started! Great company, and I will use them again and again and again. My “go to” people."
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+29

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Uptime Mechanical Services, LLC
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

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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.

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B. Carlson Heating, Cooling & Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1971

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Discover B. Carlson - Albuquerque's premier destination for reliable residential and commercial HVAC and plumbing excellence since 1971. Our focus on trust and quality sets us apart, ensuring every customer receives tailored solutions and lasting satisfaction. We guarantee safe, efficient, and durable maintenance and repairs because we are not just about fixing things; we’re about building lasting relationships with our customers.

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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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B A Plumber
5.0(
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brad is an amazing plumber. Answers his calls promptly, courteous, hard working and finishes quickly. He fixed a well pump , installed outside faucets and installed an automatic horse waterer for us. He is very reasonable, and explained all costs ahead of time."
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Response time1 day
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Albuquerque Plumbing Heating & Cooling, Inc.
4.2(
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Long story short our water heater was still working. Someone had left a trickle of hot water run all night and it drained the tank. Two hours later we found out that we had hot water and the repairman didn't change us for the visit."
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

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.

No, you’ll need to drain the tank before changing a water heater element, as the water heater element sticks through the side of the tank and uses a gasket to prevent water from pouring out. However, you don’t always need to drain it completely. If you’re only replacing the upper heating element, you can drain the tank until the water line is below the element. If you’re replacing the lower element, you’ll need to drain the whole thing.

It’s important to find the type of water heater that fits your needs and budget. Depending on the type of water heater, size, brand, and the type of energy you use to heat the water, costs range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand. Some of the most common types of water heaters include:

  • Electric: $600–3,500

  • Gas: $700–$2,700

  • Propane: $700–$2,500

  • High efficiency: $1,500–$3,000

  • Indirect: $1,200–$3,500

  • Hybrid heat pump: $1,200–$3,500

Several things can void the warranty for your water heater. Many water heater manufacturers state that installing your own will void the warranty. However, even if you get away with performing the task yourself, incorrect installation, lack of a building permit, and improper repair work, regardless of licensing status, can all render your water heater unprotected by both the manufacturer's warranty and any installation warranties. 

A larger heater requires a larger breaker—unless there’s one already installed. The longer answer to this question is more nuanced. Do you place demands on the heater at the same time as running other heavy-duty appliances like ovens and washing machines? Do you live in an older home that may not have considered the higher electrical demands we have now? Breakers need to be sized at 125% of the load. To find that load, you should call a local electrical pro.

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