86/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
- 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
Best Plumbers in Raton, NM (2026)
6 plumbers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Raton: Willow Springs Excavation & Septic LLC, CR Score 86/100; 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
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Most-reviewed: Evolution Sewer & Drain Inc., 22 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 6 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
6 Raton plumbers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 1 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 6 rated businesses.
Top 6 plumbers in Raton at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Willow Springs Excavation & Septic LLC | 86 | 5.0★ (7) | Raton | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Andrew's Affordable Plumbing | 78 | 4.3★ (11) | Raton | — | — |
| 3 | Brands and Son Plumbing | 77 | 5.0★ (20) | Franklin, 23 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | Evolution Sewer & Drain Inc. | 76 | 4.5★ (22) | Trinidad, 17 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 5 | D-N-V Plumbing & Heating | 73 | 3.7★ (19) | Trinidad, 19 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | B T U Block & Concrete, Inc. | 71 | 4.9★ (8) | Raton | — | — |
The 6 best plumbers in Raton, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Raton
78/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 811 N 1st St, Raton, NM 87740
Based in Franklin, 23 mi away
77/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Trinidad, 17 mi away
76/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (22).
- 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 34880 County Rd 20.2, Trinidad, CO 81082
Based in Trinidad, 19 mi away
73/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 3.7★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 407 W Colorado Ave, Trinidad, CO 81082
Based in Raton
71/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews, 8 Google reviews.
- 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 115 Cimarron Ave, Raton, NM 87740
How much do plumbers cost in Raton?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Raton. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water heater replacement | $882 | $1,348 | $1,826 | Per unit, installed (unit plus labor); typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range | October 2026 |
How to check a plumber's license in New Mexico
In New Mexico, New Mexico Construction Industries Division licenses Plumbing work: water supply, drain, waste and vent piping and fixtures.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
- Ask for proof of insurance before work starts.
No chip usually means we have not matched a state record yet. Check the lookup yourself before you hire.
Guide checked October 2026. How we verify licenses
How we ranked Raton plumbers
We scored 6 Raton plumbers on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Raton data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Plumbers in Raton: frequently asked questions
Who is the best plumber in Raton?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked plumber in Raton, NM is Willow Springs Excavation & Septic LLC with a CR Score of 86/100. It has 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Andrew's Affordable Plumbing (#2) and Brands and Son Plumbing (#3) follow. We ranked 6 plumbers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many plumbers are there in Raton?
ContractorsRanked ranks 6 plumbers serving Raton, NM. 3 of them are based in Raton; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which plumbers in Raton work on weekends?
1 of 6 ranked plumbers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Willow Springs Excavation & Septic LLC (#1). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check a plumber's license in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, New Mexico Construction Industries Division handles licensing and covers Plumbing work: water supply, drain, waste and vent piping and fixtures.
How much does water heater replacement cost in Raton?
Water heater replacement typically costs $882 to $1,826, with $1,348 typical (Per unit, installed (unit plus labor); typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Raton. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Raton plumbers have?
The median Google rating among 6 rated plumbers in Raton is 4.7★, with a median of 15 reviews. Evolution Sewer & Drain Inc. has the most, 22 reviews, and ranks #4. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank plumbers?
Each plumber gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do plumbers outside Raton count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Raton city center, our service radius for plumbers. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Update log for Raton
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 6 plumbers serving Raton.