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Plumbing in Albuquerque, NM

Compare 10 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $150–$351.

Top Plumbing Companies in Albuquerque

  1. 1.Albuquerque Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

    4.6★ (3,490 reviews)

    4.6★ from 3490 reviews

    +15055083808Website

  2. 2.First Rate Plumbing Heating and Cooling Inc

    4.7★ (1,063 reviews)

    4.7★ from 1063 reviews

    +15054980883Website

  3. 3.Day & Night Plumbing

    4.7★ (815 reviews)

    4.7★ from 815 reviews

    +15059745797Website

  4. 4.Rocketman Plumbing

    4.5★ (418 reviews)

    4.5★ from 418 reviews

    +15055787264Website

  5. 5.Central Plumbing Heating & Cooling

    4.9★ (150 reviews)

    4.9★ from 150 reviews

    +15057155743Website

  6. 6.Dom's Plumbing

    4.9★ (69 reviews)

    4.9★ from 69 reviews

    +15056205511Website

  7. 7.AG Plumbing and Heating

    5.0★ (52 reviews)

    5.0★ from 52 reviews

    +15058960137Website

  8. 8.Perfection Plumbing LLC

    4.4★ (71 reviews)

    4.4★ from 71 reviews

    +15052925335Website

  9. 9.Bear Mountain Plumbing

    5.0★ (11 reviews)

    5.0★ from 11 reviews

    +15057925100

  10. 10.T and S Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling

    +15055505750

Plumbing Cost in Albuquerque

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Albuquerque
Drain clearing$150–$351/job
Leak repair$150–$501/job
Water heater replacement$1,202–$2,505/job
Repiping$3,006–$8,016/job

Plumbing prices in Albuquerque run about 0% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 10 companies serving Albuquerque, rated 4.7★ on average across 6,139 customer reviews.

Albuquerque Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Albuquerque's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
April 13
First fall frost
October 26
Annual precipitation
11.07"
Heating degree days
4,099
Cooling degree days
1,328
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan23.1°50.5°0.62"
Feb27.4°56.2°0.52"
Mar33.1°63.8°0.79"
Apr40.3°72.5°0.72"
May49.9°82.8°0.36"
Jun57°91°0.53"
Jul64.3°93.6°1.67"
Aug62.3°90.5°1.82"
Sep54.8°83.9°1.51"
Oct42.5°72.6°1.29"
Nov31.4°58.6°0.71"
Dec23.9°49.7°0.53"

NOAA station data 4.32 miles from Albuquerque.

Permits & Regulations in NM

Permit typically required

  • The Construction Industries Division (CID) of the Regulation and Licensing Department licenses plumbing contractors statewide
  • A contractor who is not currently licensed cannot be issued a building permit
  • Every classification requires a trade exam, a business and law exam and a $10,000 bond

License required: New Mexico CID plumbing contractor license

Sources: www.rld.nm.gov

Plumbing FAQs for Albuquerque

How much does a plumber cost in Albuquerque?

Drain clearing in Albuquerque typically runs $150-$351 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in Albuquerque, NM?

In NM, The Construction Industries Division (CID) of the Regulation and Licensing Department licenses plumbing contractors statewide. Confirm the scope with the Albuquerque building department before work starts.

How many plumbers serve Albuquerque?

We track 10 plumbing professionals serving Albuquerque.

Do pipes freeze in Albuquerque?

Winter lows in Albuquerque average around 23F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.

Is plumbing work in Albuquerque more expensive than the national average?

Plumbing in Albuquerque runs about +0.2% versus the national average.

Does Albuquerque rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 11.07 inches a year, Albuquerque yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Albuquerque water heaters have to work?

With 4,099 heating degree days, incoming water in Albuquerque runs cold for a good part of the year, which is why water heater sizing matters more here than the tank label suggests.

When should I winterize plumbing in Albuquerque?

Before the first frost around October 26 in Albuquerque — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.