Straight answers to the questions our customers ask most — covering plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical service across our service area.
Yes — we recommend PEX for most Albuquerque supply lines because it's freeze-tolerant and scale-resistant, with copper where its advantages matter and…
Read AnswerCorrosion, excess water pressure, ground movement, freeze damage, mineral scale, and age cause water line leaks — with excess pressure the most…
Read AnswerInsulate pipes in unconditioned space, disconnect hoses, seal air leaks, keep the house at 55°F or above when away, and drip a…
Read AnswerPipe insulation prevents freezing in unconditioned space, cuts hot water standby loss so you wait less at the tap, and stops condensation…
Read AnswerYes — and done properly with a tee fitting and quarter-turn shutoff rather than a self-piercing saddle valve, which is the most…
Read AnswerHave water lines inspected annually, more often for pre-1980 homes or those with leak history — and always measure water pressure, the…
Read AnswerReduced house-wide pressure, discolored water, damp spots, an unexplained water bill increase, and wet or green yard patches signal water line trouble…
Read AnswerA well-maintained residential RO system lasts 10–15 years, with filters, membranes, and storage tanks turning over on shorter cycles — skipped carbon…
Read AnswerUnder-sink RO treats one tap for drinking; whole-house RO treats everything at far higher cost. For most Albuquerque homes, a whole-house softener…
Read AnswerYes — though for most Albuquerque homes we recommend a softener plus under-sink RO instead, since hardness is the real local issue…
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