Ernest's General Plumbing & Excavating Taos NM

Business Overview

Ernest's General Plumbing & Excavating Taos NM is a local plumbing firm serving homes and small businesses across northern Taos County. The company offers routine work and emergency response for issues that can’t wait.

They operate with a small crew of licensed plumbers and equipment operators who handle indoor plumbing and on-site excavation. Services cover residential systems in adobe and wood-frame houses, plus commercial properties like galleries and lodges.

Emergency service is available for burst pipes, major leaks, and sewer backups. Response times vary by location but the team focuses on fast, practical fixes to reduce water damage in Taos’s cold winters.

Key Services

• Plumbing inspection: visual checks, leak detection, pressure testing, and camera inspections of lines.
• Repair work: pipe repair, faucet and fixture replacement, water heater service.
• Drain and sewer: clog removal, sewer line inspection, repairs, and trenching when needed.
• Excavation support: trenching for repairs, septic access, and site preparation for plumbing projects.
• Winter prep and freeze protection for pipes in high-desert and mountain homes.

Areas Served

The company is based in Taos and serves nearby communities, including:

• Raton, NM
• Taos, NM
• Ranchos de Taos, NM
• Ranchos Taos, NM
• Taos Pueblo, NM

Company History

Ernest's General Plumbing & Excavating began as a neighborhood trade service and expanded as demand for combined plumbing and excavation work grew. The business added equipment and trained operators to handle ground work alongside indoor plumbing.

Growth was gradual and practical. The firm learned to work with regional soil types, high-desert sun, and cold snaps that affect pipes. That hands-on experience shapes how projects are planned and executed today.

Leadership

Leadership is locally based and involved in permitting and code compliance for Taos County projects. The team stays current with state plumbing rules and connects with local building officials for inspections and approvals.

Senior technicians bring years of field experience on both systems inside the house and heavier excavation equipment. They respond to questions in plain language and explain work steps before starting jobs.

Specialties & Highlights

• Thorough plumbing inspections, including camera line checks.
• Combined plumbing and excavation services for sewer and septic access.
• Experience with freeze-prone pipes in higher-elevation homes.
• Local permit knowledge and on-site problem solving.

Why Locals Choose Ernest's General Plumbing & Excavating Taos NM

Locals rely on the company for dependable service, practical repairs, and clear communication. Ernest's General Plumbing & Excavating Taos NM has built steady relationships by showing up, diagnosing problems, and finishing work that lasts.

For homeowners and small businesses in Taos and nearby towns, the combination of plumbing know-how and excavation capability makes this firm a sensible choice when a repair needs both indoor and outdoor work.