Same-Day Service
Most service calls handled same-day across the Albuquerque metro — and we answer the phone 24/7.
Plumbing Services
Most Shower Complaints Are Valve Complaints
Temperature swinging when someone flushes, a diverter that will not hold, or a handle needing more force every month — these are nearly always the valve cartridge, and in our water they scale up steadily.
Modern pressure-balancing and thermostatic valves solve the temperature problem properly, and replacing one is usually a same-visit job.
- Stable Temperature Pressure-balancing valves that stop the scald when a toilet flushes.
- Hard-Water Aware We fit valves and trim that hold up to our water.
- Flat-Rate Pricing You see the price before we start.
What We See
Common Problems
Symptoms and what they usually mean.
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Temperature Swings
A worn or non-balancing valve, which is a genuine scald risk.
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Constant Drip
A seized cartridge — inexpensive, and it wastes a surprising amount of water.
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Diverter Will Not Hold
Water running from both spout and head means a failed diverter.
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Slow Draining Tub
Hair in the trap, or a drum trap in an older home that needs proper clearing.
What We Do
What We Handle
Repair and replacement.
- Valve Replacement Pressure-balancing and thermostatic valves fitted correctly.
- Fixture Replacement Heads, trim, diverters and spouts.
- Tub-to-Shower Conversion Full conversion including drain relocation where needed.
- Drain Repair Tub drains, overflows and older drum traps.
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.
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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Dylan corrected the problem with our swamp cooler and repaired it promptly. The service was also under warranty and he honored it.
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
Why does my shower go cold when a toilet flushes?
An old non-balancing valve. A pressure-balancing replacement fixes it permanently.
Can you convert a tub to a walk-in shower?
Yes, including the drain work. We will scope what it involves for your bathroom.
How long does a valve replacement take?
Often a couple of hours, depending on access behind the wall.
Why does the cartridge keep failing?
Hard water is usually the reason. Softening extends the life of every cartridge in the house.
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