Valverde Energy — Taos NM

Business Overview

Valverde Energy Taos NM is a local solar, electrical, and plumbing company with 35 years of experience working across northern New Mexico. The firm provides scheduled work and emergency call-outs for urgent plumbing or electrical failures. A small team of licensed installers and technicians handles both residential and commercial projects, from single-family homes and adobe renovations to small commercial buildings.

The office follows regular weekday hours, with crews available for emergency response when needed. Valverde Energy Taos NM focuses on practical systems that match local homes and climate—high-elevation sun, cold winter nights, and buildings that often mix modern and traditional design.

Key Services

Services are grouped for clarity. Typical work includes installation, repair, inspection, and maintenance.

Solar

• Solar system installation (panels and shingles)
• Solar heating and domestic hot water systems
• Solar system repair and maintenance, rooftop panel cleaning
• Add solar panels or solar shingles to existing roofs

Plumbing

• Domestic hot water systems, water heater installation and repair
• Bathtub, shower, sink, and toilet installation and repair
• Drain, sewer, and water pipe installation and repair
• Gas line work and plumbing inspections

Electrical & Inspections

• Electric inspections and licensed electrical work for residential and commercial projects
• Service upgrades to support solar or new heating systems

Areas Served

Valverde Energy serves communities across northern New Mexico, including:

• Taos, Ranchos de Taos, Ranchos Taos, Taos Pueblo, Talpa, Las Campanas
• Santa Fe, Eldorado at Santa Fe, Eldorado Santa Fe, Tesuque, Las Campanas, La Mesilla
• Los Alamos, White Rock, Ponderosa Pine, Tres Arroyos
• Española, Pojoaque, Ohkay Owingeh, Chimayo, Dixon, Angel Fire, Raton

Company History

Larry Mapes founded Valverde Energy after decades of hands-on work with solar systems in the region. Northern New Mexico has long been a testing ground for solar energy because of strong sun, varied architecture, and hard winters. That mix taught the company what lasts and what fails over time.

Over 35 years the business grew from experimental installs to licensed contracting services. The company offers a 5 percent discount to educators, first responders, and PBS members, up to $75, as a local thank-you.

Leadership

Larry Mapes, founder and owner, holds electrical, mechanical, and general contractor licenses in New Mexico. He is a NABCEP certified solar thermal installer and a charter member of the NABCEP Solar Thermal Task Committee. He also contributes to the Uniform Solar Energy Code technical committee and has been involved in New Mexico energy policy work.

Specialties & Highlights

• 35 years of regional solar experience—systems proven in high-altitude sun and cold winters.
• Licensed across electrical, mechanical, and general contracting trades.
• Expertise in solar hot water and hydronic heating for older and modern homes.
• Local knowledge of Taos building types and roof styles for reliable solar integration.

Why Locals Choose Valverde Energy

Residents and businesses in Taos and nearby towns choose Valverde Energy Taos NM for steady workmanship and real-world experience. The company pairs long-term knowledge with licensed staff and practical solutions that match local climate and housing styles. Valverde Energy Taos NM remains a familiar local resource for solar, plumbing, and electrical needs across northern New Mexico.