Top 3 in Albuquerque · #2
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The top three plumbers in Albuquerque, NM.
New Mexico's largest city, with strong inflow from California and Texas. Nob Hill and Downtown lead urban demand; Northeast Heights and Rio Rancho dominate suburban activity.
Quick answer
Who are the top 3 plumbers in Albuquerque, NM?
Top 3 Local lists Albuquerque Plumbing, Heating & Cooling and Number One Plumbing, A/C, Solar & Electric among the plumbers serving Albuquerque, New Mexico. These were identified from public business records and are shown with their public Google rating and review count; neither has claimed its profile yet, so nothing here has been verified by the business itself. The #1 position for Albuquerque is unfilled. Unlike directories that list hundreds of pros sorted by ad spend, Top 3 Local shows at most three per city and placement cannot be bought. Customers in Albuquerque can contact any listed business directly — no contact forms, no referral fees.
Top 3 in Albuquerque · #3
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Number One Plumbing, A/C, Solar & Electric
Where this list comes from
How these were found.
The plumbers above were identified from public business records for Albuquerque and are shown with their public Google rating and review count. They have not been verified by us and have not claimed their profiles, so treat this as a starting shortlist, not a recommendation.
A business that claims its free profile can add its licence number, insurance carrier and years in business — details you can check yourself at the official NM source. Completeness is what moves a listing up; nothing here is for sale.
Before you get quotes
What drives plumbers pricing in Albuquerque.
Freeze reality: Winter lows average 26.4°F in the coldest month — pipe insulation, hose-bib and irrigation blowouts are seasonal work here, and burst-pipe calls cluster on the first hard freeze.
Before you sign: verify the license at the official NM source, collect three same-scope bids (how), and compare them side by side — free, no signup.
Fair price check
What should plumbers charge for your job?
Tell us the job. The range comes from what plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters in New Mexico actually earn, straight from federal payroll data, not from ads.
$135–$575
fair labor range · Albuquerque, NM
That assumes a like-for-like 40–50 gallon tank swap with code-required fittings.
Plus materials: the tank itself is the biggest line on the bid. Ask for the model number and look up its street price.
Quote came in far above this? Ask what makes your job harder than the assumption above. A good pro has a specific answer. A bad one has a discount that expires today.
$45–$195
fair labor range · Albuquerque, NM
That assumes one kitchen or bath fixture with reachable shutoffs.
Quote came in far above this? Ask what makes your job harder than the assumption above. A good pro has a specific answer. A bad one has a discount that expires today.
$90–$400
fair labor range · Albuquerque, NM
That assumes cable-machine clearing through an accessible cleanout; camera inspection or excavation is a separate decision.
Quote came in far above this? Ask what makes your job harder than the assumption above. A good pro has a specific answer. A bad one has a discount that expires today.
The math, in the open: plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters in the Albuquerque area earn $22.59–$39.10/hour (median $30.72) per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025. A legitimate business bills 2–2.5× wages to cover payroll taxes, insurance, equipment, overhead and profit, which puts fair billed labor at about $45–$98/hour. Multiply by the typical labor-hours for your job and you get the range above.
This is an educational estimate, not a quote. Access, condition, season and materials move real prices. Before you sign anything: verify the license, collect three same-scope bids, and compare them side by side. Full guide: every plumbers job priced for New Mexico.
Common questions
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Who are the top 3 plumbers in Albuquerque, NM?
Top 3 Local lists Albuquerque Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, Number One Plumbing, A/C, Solar & Electric among the plumbers serving Albuquerque, NM. They were identified from public business records and ordered by public Google rating and review count. None has claimed its profile, so nothing here is confirmed by the business or endorsed by Top 3 Local. View the full list at https://top3-local.com/albuquerque/plumbers.
Who are the best plumbers in Albuquerque?
Top 3 Local lists Albuquerque Plumbing, Heating & Cooling and Number One Plumbing, A/C, Solar & Electric among the plumbers in Albuquerque, NM, identified from public business records and shown with their public Google rating. Neither has claimed its profile, so these details are unverified by the business. The #1 position is unfilled. Current listings: https://top3-local.com/albuquerque/plumbers.
Is Albuquerque Plumbing, Heating & Cooling a top plumber in Albuquerque?
Albuquerque Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is listed by Top 3 Local among the top plumbers in Albuquerque, NM, ranked #2. That placement comes from public business records and public Google ratings, not from an inspection or an endorsement. Phone: (505) 508-3808. Located at 4300 2nd St NW. Profile: https://top3-local.com/albuquerque/plumbers/albuquerque-plumbing-heating-cooling-2542021248.
Is Number One Plumbing, A/C, Solar & Electric a top plumber in Albuquerque?
Number One Plumbing, A/C, Solar & Electric is listed by Top 3 Local among the top plumbers in Albuquerque, NM, ranked #3. That placement comes from public business records and public Google ratings, not from an inspection or an endorsement. Phone: (505) 999-9567. Located at 525 Candelaria Rd NE. Profile: https://top3-local.com/albuquerque/plumbers/number-one-plumbing-a-c-solar-electric-5079866335.
How much should plumbers charge in Albuquerque, NM?
Per U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data (May 2025), plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters in the Albuquerque area earn $22.59–$39.10 per hour, with a median of $30.72. Legitimate businesses bill 2–2.5× wages to cover payroll taxes, insurance, equipment, overhead and profit, so fair billed labor in Albuquerque, NM runs roughly $45–$98 per hour. For example, water heater replacement (tank) typically takes 3–6 labor-hours, which is about $135–$575 in labor before materials. See the full fair price check at https://top3-local.com/albuquerque/plumbers and always compare three same-scope bids.
How do I find a good plumber in Albuquerque?
Top 3 Local shows at most three plumbers per city in Albuquerque, NM, plus the wider directory. Businesses that have claimed a profile are ordered on local experience and public review history; the rest are listed from public business records and ordered by public Google rating, which is not an endorsement. Check licence and insurance with any business directly before hiring. Visit https://top3-local.com/albuquerque/plumbers.
How many plumbers are in Albuquerque?
Top 3 Local has identified 2 plumbers in Albuquerque, NM: 2 in the Top 3. Full directory at https://top3-local.com/albuquerque/plumbers.
How was this list curated?
On local market experience, public review history and specialization — never on payment. Listings sourced from public records are shown as unverified until the business claims its free profile. Top 3 Local does not auction featured slots.
Do you charge consumers?
No. Top 3 Local is free for consumers. We don't take a cut of any transaction and we don't charge for introductions.
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