"First, I am not a friend, employee or relative. this is the third time I have used their services. The first was to repair an air conditioner. Excellent price and workmanship. The second was to install a water softener system Again, good price and work. The third time was as a second opinion on a serious water leak not related to the softener installation. The first company stated an entire replumb necessary. Ortega diagnosed and repaired in 5 hours for a very low price. They are prompt, reliable, very reasonable cost, take pride in their work and will not leave until the job is finished and well done. They even clean up after the job! Needless to say, I will not use any other company."
"Gregory Torres came out quickly and had my toilet issue (that I caused lol) fixed and it works perfectly now. Answered all my questions, and was very professional and knowledgeable. Will be using Albuquerque Plumbing Heating & Cooling for any issues that arise in the future. Thank you Greg and keep up the great work!"
"After interviewing 8 companies for installation of mini-splits, I made the lucky decision to hire Patrick Baca, owner of Baca Heating and Cooling. He answered all my questions with patience and expertise and demonstrated that he could out-perform the 'competition'. I knew I could trust him. Patrick was efficient, professional, caring, courteous, always on-time, meticulous, and has a work-ethic that is 2nd to none. His pricing was incredibly fair, something that is a rarity in Santa Fe. He also went above and beyond the confines of installing my mini-splits, helping me with several unrelated fixes around my house and has returned on his own to make sure that everything is running smoothly. Patrick Baca is a shining example of a fully-knowledgeable, caring, and talented professional and I cannot express my gratitude enough for finding such a trustworthy and consummate master of his craft. I highly recommend Patrick Baca. He is the best."
"Pepe is wonderful! He's friendly, fair, honest, and reliable. Performs excellent quality work for a reasonable price, and provides free estimates and diagnostics! That alone will save you $375 - what most other plumbing companies around Santa Fe charge. He replaced my old, broken combi boiler in a timely, efficient manner, and was a pleasure to work with. He'll definitely be my go-to for all plumbing and HVAC repairs in the future."
"Greg did a wonderful job with replacing our water heater and now works well and looks good. He was able to come in the next day after getting a quote from him. It did take him a whole day just because he didn’t have his helper. Otherwise, good service!"
"I've tried a couple of large heating/plumbing companies and know they found things to "repair" that didn't need it. Jose was just the opposite. He repaired what was needed and looked at my other concerns and told me they were functioning correctly. I won't ever use anyone else!!"
"I will be calling mother road again for all my home repair needs I called because I tried to fix things on my own and made things 10 time worse but not only was he able to fix my screw up he was also able to make it look really nice I really appreciate the amazing work 10 out of 10 would recommend"
"Angelo is very easy to work with. He is highly professional, helpful and gets projects done. He diagnosed the problem with my boiler, ordered the part needed and fixed the problem on the very same day the part arrived. I highly recommend him."
"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."
No, there isn’t always water in radiators. In a one-pipe system, water is constantly circulating from the boiler to the radiators and back. In a two-pipe system, water travels through two separate channels: one that goes to your radiators and one that returns back to the boiler so it can heat up again.
The best time to buy home heating oil is in the summer when the demand is lowest, as the prices are usually lower. However, waiting until the summer to buy is often unavoidable unless you install a separate storage tank. If you have the space for a second tank, you can expect to pay between $1,000 and $4,000 for the oil tank replacement or installation, depending on the capacity and location. You could quickly recuperate these costs, though, by stocking up on heating oil in the summer and avoiding deliveries in the winter when prices are highest.
The radiators closest in proximity to the boiler heating system will heat up first. Radiators in rooms farther away from the boiler will take longer to heat up and may be the coolest rooms in the house. The radiator unit itself should heat up evenly; otherwise, there may be trapped air inside it.
Deciding whether to repair or replace your HVAC system largely depends on its age, the cost of repairs, and its overall performance. If the system is over a decade old and requires frequent or expensive repairs (e.g., totaling over $5,000), replacement is often the more cost-effective choice, especially if the warranty has expired. It is usually worth repairing a newer system, but if it is approaching the end of its typical 15- to 25-year lifespan, replacement might be a better long-term investment. Signs that you may need a replacement include increased humidity, higher energy bills, uneven heating or cooling, and excessive dust. Before deciding, ask your HVAC contractor to check if any parts are covered under warranty, which could save you money on repairs.
Air trapped in a heating system can lead to reduced efficiency, uneven heating, increased wear on components, strange noises, and even complete system failure. This trapped air disrupts proper circulation, strains parts, and can cause overheating. Regularly bleeding baseboard heaters and furnaces can prevent these issues, ensuring efficient operation, even heating, and prolonged equipment life.
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