Best affordable plumbers near Salem, NM

Q: Can you leave a hose attached to a spigot?

• <div><p>In the warmer months, it&rsquo;s fine to leave your garden hose attached to your spigot. However, before the first frost of the year, make sure to disconnect your hose from your outdoor faucet and drain any leftover water inside. Otherwise, water could freeze in the hose and potentially burst inside your faucet or pipes.</p></div>

Q: Can I use liquid drain cleaner?

• <div><p>Liquid drain cleaners are harsh chemicals that can erode your pipes. To treat a slow drain or for preventative maintenance, pour hot water down the drain to break up gunk and help move it along. Make sure the water isn&rsquo;t boiling hot (keep it under 140 degrees Fahrenheit) if you have plastic pipes. However, you&rsquo;ll need to pull the clog out for bigger backups. </p></div>

Q: Can you over-tighten toilet tank bolts?

• <div><p>You definitely can over-tighten toilet tank bolts. Unlike some other materials, porcelain can&rsquo;t bend or flex, so when you over-tighten a screw into it, it could break against the added pressure. Only tighten them as much as needed to keep them in place and firm; any more and you could risk breaking the porcelain. </p></div>

Q: Can you use a spray to stop a leaking copper pipe?

• <div><p>You can buy a sealant spray for a leaking copper pipe, but it&rsquo;s not a permanent solution and isn&rsquo;t usually a good idea. For the best adhesion, you should drain the pipe, let it dry completely, apply the spray, and wait for it to dry before turning the water back on. Even with proper technique, a sealant spray is a temporary fix, so you should only use this technique in the interim to prevent water damage if you&rsquo;re waiting for a more permanent fix.</p></div>

Q: How serious is a pipe burst?

• <div><p>There&rsquo;s no way around it&mdash;a burst pipe is often a homeowner&rsquo;s worst nightmare, and the situation can range from semi-serious to dire. If you don&rsquo;t catch the leak, it can lead to thousands of dollars worth of water damage.</p><p>At best, you&rsquo;ll notice a burst pipe quickly, turn off your water supply, and use a wet vacuum to clean up minor flooding. A plumber can repair the pipe, and you won&rsquo;t be left with a major bill. At worst, severe water damage can collapse floors, ceilings, walls, and foundations, sometimes leading to major repairs and renovations.</p></div>

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Last update on September 07, 2022

Reviewed in September 2022
Brian and his workers were so professional and did a great job. His costs were very reasonable for the amount of work done.Old house needed new box to replace old type with round fuses and rewiring in house. . He got all permits and upgraded the service . We are in rural northern dona ana...
Lee's Electric
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Reviewed in October 2021
Bo did a great job! This dryer was complicated.
Lucero & Sons Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in October 2021
Good work, good service, good price.
CLR
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Reviewed in April 2021
They were very nice, but at one point they kept changing the schedule w/o letting me know. At one point it seemed like they did not want to do the job anymore.
ZNJ Communications Group, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2019
The estimated quote was too high. Did not contact further. No other information.
M B Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in January 2019
This company came to the job site and quoted me a price . They came over after a few days and completed the job. Honest and professional. Happy with their job performance.
O. R. J Landscaping
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Reviewed in November 2016
Great job getting rid of weeds that would have caused misery to our two dogs. I intend to emply their services again this spring to beautify our property. Well done!
Roadrunner Landscaping & Maintenance
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Reviewed in December 2014
First response was very timely.
A-1 Appliance Repair
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Reviewed in July 2013
I was in need of someone to come and do some clean up around my farm and home. It is almost impossible to find anyone in our area who is willing to do 'hard manual labor' but I saw the ad in the local paper. I called and he drove the 40 miles to see what I needed done. In two days he brought...
SBH Lawn Services & Maint
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Reviewed in March 2013
They were very professional and efficient and were able to remove several difficult stains. All the furniture was handled carefully and put plastic protection squares on all the furniture bottoms to prevent bleeding onto the wet carpet. The house is 10 years old and the light colored carpets...
Las Cruces Carpet Cleaning
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Top-Rated Affordable plumbers in Salem - Updated Nov 2026

CASSAL ENTERPRISES LLC

5.0(

)

Water Heater - Repair or ServiceRefrigeration System - Repair or ServiceRefrigeration System - Repair or Service - For Business+3 more

Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Casey the technician, addressed my concerns. Explained what he saw as the problem(s), His knowledge of A/C/heating units is impressive, pricing of services fair, and didn’t try to over sell on any additional services. We highly recommend Cassal Enterprises above and beyond any of our local A/C Installation service businesses. Give them a call first!"

Response time5 hrs

Response rate99%

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

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American Standard Walk-In Tubs

3.8(

)

Walk In Tub - Install or Replace

Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1929

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great installation crew. Just some very small issues that are going to corrected."

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

4.2(

679

)

Refrigeration System - Install or ReplaceRefrigeration System - Install or Replace - For BusinessRefrigeration System - Repair or Service+1 more

Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent service for a virtual format. Would definitely recommend this very affordable alternative to the traditional technician having to come to your home to evaluate and fix a malfunctioning appliance."

Response time1 day

Recommended by86%of homeowners

Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are still in the budgeting phase and have not contacted yet however Scott Hughes of Groundwork’s was a great resource. He provided detailed information on the issues and how they would resolve them for us."

+16

80 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Airmax Heating Cooling and Refrigeration

5.0(

)

Refrigeration System - Repair or ServiceRefrigeration System - Repair or Service - For Business

Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Customer service is not extinct!!!!! Gilbert went above and beyond in helping get our furnace repaired in time for the first winter storm of 2026. We now have a heating and cooling expert which we will use again and recommend to anyone we know"

+29

11 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by71%of homeowners

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Starretts Heating & Air Conditioning

5.0(

)

Refrigeration System - Install or ReplaceRefrigeration System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Starretts Heating & Air is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

+25

Response time6 hrs

Response rate96%

61 neighbors recently requested a quote

Drain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For BusinessFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or Replace+6 more

Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

"Arrived same day when he said he would. Checked septic tank, rooted out drains, went under house and saw the drain pipe had sagged at one spot so water was having to drain uphill. Rehung pipe and tested. Explained everything to my wife as they were doing it. Very friendly, professional and affordable. Pointed out a potential problem with the drain line where it exits the house but thought it was ok unless the house settled more. They even added more screws to the septic tank inspection lids. They were here for about two hours. Excellent, quick, honest, affordable service. I will do business with them in the future and appreciated the warning about the potential future issue with an approximate cost to fix it if it did become a problem. Call these guys first.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Lucero & Sons Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

4.8(

105

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Bathtub Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace - For BusinessDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear+8 more

Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were professional, friendly, and timely. The customer service was excellent. I received several quotes and this company was by far the most cost affordable Thanks you Lucero and Sons."

Response time7 hrs

Recommended by96%of homeowners

Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or Replace+3 more

Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Offers commercial services

"Extremely professional. We were looking for someone to work on our new manufactured home that was MHD-3 certified to put in our gas and water lines. On time, went the extra mile to help with processes and now Iâ ll be contracting out for all of my plumbing needs. I couldnâ t be happier with A&J Mechanical LLC. Best in the Southwest as far as I am concerned! Would recommend to anyone even for the small stuff!!!"

+25

Response time11 hrs

Response rate85%

Recommended by81%of homeowners

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Total Air Services, LLC

4.5(

123

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Refrigeration System - Install or ReplaceRefrigeration System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and helpful.The job ended up being a bit complicated due to the need to remove some asbestos but Total Air knew exactly what to do to and took care of it efficiently. Great people to work with and I would recommend them highly."

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Affordable Plumbers FAQs, answered by experts

In the warmer months, it’s fine to leave your garden hose attached to your spigot. However, before the first frost of the year, make sure to disconnect your hose from your outdoor faucet and drain any leftover water inside. Otherwise, water could freeze in the hose and potentially burst inside your faucet or pipes.

Liquid drain cleaners are harsh chemicals that can erode your pipes. To treat a slow drain or for preventative maintenance, pour hot water down the drain to break up gunk and help move it along. Make sure the water isn’t boiling hot (keep it under 140 degrees Fahrenheit) if you have plastic pipes. However, you’ll need to pull the clog out for bigger backups.

You definitely can over-tighten toilet tank bolts. Unlike some other materials, porcelain can’t bend or flex, so when you over-tighten a screw into it, it could break against the added pressure. Only tighten them as much as needed to keep them in place and firm; any more and you could risk breaking the porcelain.

You can buy a sealant spray for a leaking copper pipe, but it’s not a permanent solution and isn’t usually a good idea. For the best adhesion, you should drain the pipe, let it dry completely, apply the spray, and wait for it to dry before turning the water back on. Even with proper technique, a sealant spray is a temporary fix, so you should only use this technique in the interim to prevent water damage if you’re waiting for a more permanent fix.

There’s no way around it—a burst pipe is often a homeowner’s worst nightmare, and the situation can range from semi-serious to dire. If you don’t catch the leak, it can lead to thousands of dollars worth of water damage.

At best, you’ll notice a burst pipe quickly, turn off your water supply, and use a wet vacuum to clean up minor flooding. A plumber can repair the pipe, and you won’t be left with a major bill. At worst, severe water damage can collapse floors, ceilings, walls, and foundations, sometimes leading to major repairs and renovations.

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