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Most service calls handled same-day across the Albuquerque metro — and we answer the phone 24/7.
Plumbing Services
Two Different Protections, Both Easy to Neglect
A pressure-reducing valve keeps street pressure from reaching your fixtures at a level that wears out cartridges, stresses joints and shortens the life of the water heater. They fail gradually, so most homeowners never notice until fixtures start dripping everywhere at once.
Backflow prevention does something different: it stops contaminated water being drawn back into the potable supply. Irrigation systems in particular need it, and in many cases annual testing is required.
- Pressure Measured We measure static pressure rather than assuming the PRV is doing its job.
- Certified Testing Backflow devices tested and documented as required.
- Repair or Replace Rebuilt where practical, replaced where it is not.
What We See
Signs of a Pressure Problem
High or unregulated pressure shows itself.
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Banging Pipes
Water hammer is often a symptom of excessive pressure.
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Multiple Fixtures Dripping
When several start at once, suspect pressure rather than coincidence.
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Relief Valve Discharging
A T&P valve releasing on the water heater often indicates a pressure or expansion problem.
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Pressure Above 80 psi
Above roughly 80 psi you are outside what most fixtures are rated for.
What We Do
What We Handle
Both sides of the protection.
- Pressure-Reducing Valves Tested, adjusted, rebuilt or replaced as the condition requires.
- Backflow Preventers Installation, repair, and testing with documentation.
- Thermal Expansion Expansion tanks fitted where a closed system needs one.
- Compliance Testing and paperwork handled where annual certification is required.
How It Works
What to Expect
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Call or Book Online
Describe the problem. Same-day in most cases, and a licensed plumber answers 24/7.
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Find the Real Cause
We locate the source rather than treating the symptom, so the fix holds.
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Approve a Flat Price
Upfront flat-rate pricing you approve before we begin. Nothing added afterward.
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Fix It and Test It
Work completed to code, pressure-tested where required, and the area left clean.
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Why Choose B. Carlson
Upfront Pricing
Flat-rate pricing approved before work begins — no surprises on the invoice.
Licensed & Insured
Fully licensed, bonded, and insured — heating, cooling, and plumbing under one roof.
Trusted Since 1971
Founded by Byron Carlson and serving Albuquerque families for more than 50 years.
Fixtures dripping all at once?
That is usually pressure, not coincidence. We can measure it quickly.
What Our Customers Say
Don't just take our word for it — hear from our satisfied customers
★★★★★
Shane was our tech and he knew right away what needed to be fixed . Very professional from the beginning . Setting up the appointment and to the day Shane came to fix my issue . Amazing customer service
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Drake came to our house after we experienced a leak from our upstairs bathroom. He patiently heard my concerns and very professionally handled the situation. He explained everything clearly so I knew exactly what he was doing and he made sure it all made sense. His experience was invaluable and he definitely knows what he is doing! If I ever have to go through anything like this again, I will request Drake by name!
Maintenance Membership
Join the Care Club
Total home service care, on a schedule.
Members get priority scheduling, annual HVAC maintenance, a yearly whole-home plumbing safety inspection, and no dispatch fees — for less than the cost of a single emergency call.
- Priority scheduling
- Seasonal HVAC tune-ups
- Annual safety inspection
- Exclusive member discounts
- Free dispatch on repairs
- No long-term contracts
Frequently Asked Questions
What pressure should my house run at?
Generally 50 to 70 psi. Above about 80 you are beyond the rating of most fixtures and appliances.
How long do PRVs last?
Often ten to fifteen years. They fail gradually rather than suddenly, which is why the symptoms creep up.
Do I need backflow testing?
If you have an irrigation system or certain commercial fixtures, annual testing is commonly required. We can test and document it.
Why does my water heater relief valve keep releasing?
Frequently thermal expansion in a closed system. An expansion tank normally resolves it.
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