Gas Water Heater Repair in Albuquerque, NM

Gas water heater issues we fix daily

Pilot won't stay lit

At 5,300 feet, gas units run a leaner air-fuel mix than sea-level units. A dirty thermocouple, weak gas valve, or back-draft from a tight utility closet drops the pilot. We pull the burner assembly, clean it, replace the thermocouple, and verify draft.

No hot water with pilot lit

Burner not firing means a stuck gas valve, a bad temperature sensor, or a control board failure. We diagnose with a multimeter and replace the failing component on the spot.

Sediment popping and rumbling

Hard-water minerals settle on the burner pad. Steam pockets pop as water flashes through the crust. A flush every 12 months in ABQ is the difference between a 12-year tank and a 6-year tank.

Venting and back-draft

Older homes in the North Valley and Barelas often have atmospheric-vent units in tight closets. We check spillage at the draft hood, clean the vent run, and confirm combustion-air supply meets code.

Brands we service

Bradford White, Rheem, A.O. Smith, State, American, GE, Whirlpool, Reliance, Kenmore, Richmond, Sears. We carry thermocouples, gas valves, and burner assemblies for the top three brands on every truck.

Pricing

Thermocouple: $145 to $235. Gas valve: $295 to $565. Burner cleaning + flush: $215 to $310. T&P valve: $145 to $215. Full repair quote is locked in before work starts.