Founded in 2000, Thermo Direct has been serving residential and commercial properties with professional HVAC services that you can rely on. Our combined experience and trained and certified technicians make us industry leaders in Raleigh and our other service areas across North Carolina. Thermo Direct has over two decades of experience helping customers get the most out of their living or working environments. Our technicians are sufficiently trained and have the necessary certifications to get the job done right. With a master electrician on our team, we also tackle all types of electrical work such as panel upgrades, switch and outlet additions, wiring, and more. Need more reasons to call us? Our team is available for same-day and 24-hour emergency services. We offer seasonal specials, online coupons, and flexible financing options with approved credit. Our technicians only use state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment. We always ensure correct and timely work.
"Very nice crew. Did what I asked and on time. Job well done"
Bryan N on April 2025
Founded in 2000, Thermo Direct has been serving residential and commercial properties with professional HVAC services that you can rely on. Our combined experience and trained and certified technicians make us industry leaders in Raleigh and our other service areas across North Carolina. Thermo Direct has over two decades of experience helping customers get the most out of their living or working environments. Our technicians are sufficiently trained and have the necessary certifications to get the job done right. With a master electrician on our team, we also tackle all types of electrical work such as panel upgrades, switch and outlet additions, wiring, and more. Need more reasons to call us? Our team is available for same-day and 24-hour emergency services. We offer seasonal specials, online coupons, and flexible financing options with approved credit. Our technicians only use state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment. We always ensure correct and timely work.
"Very nice crew. Did what I asked and on time. Job well done"
Bryan N on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Next day service. Fast and professional. Gave good instructions to avoid future problems"
Vanessa G on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Next day service. Fast and professional. Gave good instructions to avoid future problems"
Vanessa G on May 2025
Blanton's was established by Nathan (Bill) Blanton in 1951. Today. more than six decades later, Bill's passion for service, workmanship and customer satisfaction is still evident in the way we do business. While we embrace innovation to solve your electrical, heating, and cooling problems, our old fashioned service commitment remains the same. It's the reason we're an industry leader, and the reason so many of our customers become lifetime clients. Don't trust your system to just anyone. Blanton's hires only the most qualified technicians. We're dedicated to providing the highest quality installation, most innovative design, and most energy efficient products in the industry. Our team is committed and driven to deliver prompt, dependable and unparalleled service, with a constant focus on ensuring 100% customer satisfaction. Call us today!
"Eli was very nice and professional."
Birtena K on September 2024
Blanton's was established by Nathan (Bill) Blanton in 1951. Today. more than six decades later, Bill's passion for service, workmanship and customer satisfaction is still evident in the way we do business. While we embrace innovation to solve your electrical, heating, and cooling problems, our old fashioned service commitment remains the same. It's the reason we're an industry leader, and the reason so many of our customers become lifetime clients. Don't trust your system to just anyone. Blanton's hires only the most qualified technicians. We're dedicated to providing the highest quality installation, most innovative design, and most energy efficient products in the industry. Our team is committed and driven to deliver prompt, dependable and unparalleled service, with a constant focus on ensuring 100% customer satisfaction. Call us today!
"Eli was very nice and professional."
Birtena K on September 2024
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"This company not only diagnosed the root cause of my problem, they also proactively looked at other potential risks at a system level to avoid sudden sysem failure due to weak points."
Tim L on March 2009
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"This company not only diagnosed the root cause of my problem, they also proactively looked at other potential risks at a system level to avoid sudden sysem failure due to weak points."
Tim L on March 2009
We keep your heating, cooling, and plumbing equipment working properly and performing at peak efficiency while ensuring your comfort and keeping your air safe. We guarantee 100% satisfaction with all our work. The professionals at Air Experts have been providing comprehensive HVAC services to the residents of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill since 1986.
"Excellent and professional folks. Very courteous"
Guruprasad H on March 2025
We keep your heating, cooling, and plumbing equipment working properly and performing at peak efficiency while ensuring your comfort and keeping your air safe. We guarantee 100% satisfaction with all our work. The professionals at Air Experts have been providing comprehensive HVAC services to the residents of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill since 1986.
"Excellent and professional folks. Very courteous"
Guruprasad H on March 2025
We are a family owned business, providing great service at affordable prices to our customers. With experience in interior and exterior painting, decks, fencing, cleaning, power washing, additions, tile, laminate floors, roofing, housecleaning, and more. Veteran owned business.
"Awesome work always!"
Franchy L on January 2025
We are a family owned business, providing great service at affordable prices to our customers. With experience in interior and exterior painting, decks, fencing, cleaning, power washing, additions, tile, laminate floors, roofing, housecleaning, and more. Veteran owned business.
"Awesome work always!"
Franchy L on January 2025
We know it’s tough to find a home services contractor you can trust. With over six decades of experience, Blanton’s is a Raleigh and Fayetteville mainstay. Known for our professional approach, quality products. and guaranteed workmanship, we’re proud to offer heating, cooling, plumbing and electric solutions that knock your socks off.
"Cancelled all services with Blanton as well as this well pitched Wow Service Plan. Was given a good pitch about services provided. However, after scheduling twice for services provided by service plan, only to have them cancelled and told need to reschedule. Today is was need to reschedule because they are anticipating (four days from now) a high volume of emergency calls due to cold weather and freezing temperatures. What cold weather? 52 and 43 at night are not freezing temps; 69 and 67 daytime are not freezing temps. So you reschedule appointments four days in advance with no actual justification or confirmation the day of of what you think might happen? Sounds more like laziness or a reason not to fulfill appointments made almost two weeks prior. Second, why have an online system that allows you to book an appointment and date but when you call to complete the appointment process, tell us that the dates that show on the calendar as “available” don’t actually mean they are available? The lady I spoke to said they are run by two different departments. Sounds like you need to update your systems and booking process that actually shows dates of availability so customers don’t waste time picking a date that isn’t actually available and waste time. Or get rid of calendar option altogether so you cannot select a date that isn’t in “real” time."
Robert S on December 2022
We know it’s tough to find a home services contractor you can trust. With over six decades of experience, Blanton’s is a Raleigh and Fayetteville mainstay. Known for our professional approach, quality products. and guaranteed workmanship, we’re proud to offer heating, cooling, plumbing and electric solutions that knock your socks off.
"Cancelled all services with Blanton as well as this well pitched Wow Service Plan. Was given a good pitch about services provided. However, after scheduling twice for services provided by service plan, only to have them cancelled and told need to reschedule. Today is was need to reschedule because they are anticipating (four days from now) a high volume of emergency calls due to cold weather and freezing temperatures. What cold weather? 52 and 43 at night are not freezing temps; 69 and 67 daytime are not freezing temps. So you reschedule appointments four days in advance with no actual justification or confirmation the day of of what you think might happen? Sounds more like laziness or a reason not to fulfill appointments made almost two weeks prior. Second, why have an online system that allows you to book an appointment and date but when you call to complete the appointment process, tell us that the dates that show on the calendar as “available” don’t actually mean they are available? The lady I spoke to said they are run by two different departments. Sounds like you need to update your systems and booking process that actually shows dates of availability so customers don’t waste time picking a date that isn’t actually available and waste time. Or get rid of calendar option altogether so you cannot select a date that isn’t in “real” time."
Robert S on December 2022
Cape Fear Air Conditioning, Heating, & Electric Inc. is an air conditioning, heating, plumbing and electrical contractor with two locations to Serve You! Fayetteville, NC (910) 483-8790 and Raleigh, NC (919) 322-2000. We have been serving the Triangle and Fayetteville areas since 1973. Nobody knows Trane like we do...... We are the oldest Trane dealer in town! Our trained professionals sell, service and install all major brands as well. We repair and replace: Air conditioning systems • Heat pumps • Gas Package units • Heat Pump Package units• Duct systems • Gas furnaces • Air handlers • Mini Split Systems • Air cleaners • Ultra Violet Air Purification and Humidifiers We can provide our commercial and residential customers with affordable heating and cooling systems to fit their lifestyles and budgets. We offer water heater installation, plumbing repairs and service, and electrical as well. To better serve our customers, we offer 24-hour emergency service six days a week. We also provide same-day service and repairs. Financing is available and we offer extended warranties! Cape Fear Air Conditioning & Heating Co., Inc. values your business and will work hard to maintain your complete satisfaction. Call us today to schedule service or request an estimate.
"What an amazing experience Cape Fear Air Electric and Plumbing was fast, friendly, and very professional!!!! I highly recommend CFAEP!!!"
Faye S on March 2025
Cape Fear Air Conditioning, Heating, & Electric Inc. is an air conditioning, heating, plumbing and electrical contractor with two locations to Serve You! Fayetteville, NC (910) 483-8790 and Raleigh, NC (919) 322-2000. We have been serving the Triangle and Fayetteville areas since 1973. Nobody knows Trane like we do...... We are the oldest Trane dealer in town! Our trained professionals sell, service and install all major brands as well. We repair and replace: Air conditioning systems • Heat pumps • Gas Package units • Heat Pump Package units• Duct systems • Gas furnaces • Air handlers • Mini Split Systems • Air cleaners • Ultra Violet Air Purification and Humidifiers We can provide our commercial and residential customers with affordable heating and cooling systems to fit their lifestyles and budgets. We offer water heater installation, plumbing repairs and service, and electrical as well. To better serve our customers, we offer 24-hour emergency service six days a week. We also provide same-day service and repairs. Financing is available and we offer extended warranties! Cape Fear Air Conditioning & Heating Co., Inc. values your business and will work hard to maintain your complete satisfaction. Call us today to schedule service or request an estimate.
"What an amazing experience Cape Fear Air Electric and Plumbing was fast, friendly, and very professional!!!! I highly recommend CFAEP!!!"
Faye S on March 2025
Spearhead Renovations, your trusted remodeling experts in Raleigh/Durham. From kitchen and bathroom renovations to custom cabinets and carpentry, we do it all. Transform your home with our top-notch paint, tile, and basement/attic remodeling services. Contact us today!
"Oscar from Spearhead Renovations was top notch. He was professional, courteous and most of all - responsive. We had our master bathroom remodeled and LOVE the result. His tiler in particular did an awesome job! I would definitely use Spearhead Renovations for my next bathroom remodel."
JIm H on January 2025
Spearhead Renovations, your trusted remodeling experts in Raleigh/Durham. From kitchen and bathroom renovations to custom cabinets and carpentry, we do it all. Transform your home with our top-notch paint, tile, and basement/attic remodeling services. Contact us today!
"Oscar from Spearhead Renovations was top notch. He was professional, courteous and most of all - responsive. We had our master bathroom remodeled and LOVE the result. His tiler in particular did an awesome job! I would definitely use Spearhead Renovations for my next bathroom remodel."
JIm H on January 2025
Yes, although they have a higher upfront cost compared to traditional units, tankless water heaters can be worth the investment for many homeowners. They heat water on demand, eliminating standby energy losses and leading to 24% to 34% greater energy efficiency for homes using up to 41 gallons of hot water daily. Tankless units last longer—around 20 years with proper maintenance—and require less space than traditional units. They also reduce the risk of leaks and water damage since there's no tank to corrode and fail.
Tankless water heaters, including gas-powered models, do require electricity to operate components like the ignition and control systems. This means they won't function during a power outage. If you live in an area prone to outages and want to ensure a continuous hot water supply, consider installing a battery backup system or generator to keep your tankless water heater running when the power goes out.
You should set your tankless water heater to 120 degrees Fahrenheit for optimal safety and efficiency, as recommended by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Setting the temperature at 120 degrees prevents scalding accidents, particularly for children and the elderly, and reduces energy consumption. Temperatures above 140 degrees increase the risk of burns and promote mineral buildup, which can decrease the system's efficiency.
A 20-minute shower uses 50 to 60 gallons of water, assuming a flow rate of 2.5 to 3 gallons per minute. A typical whole-house tankless water heater can produce 4 to 8 gallons of hot water per minute, providing continuous hot water for long showers. By installing low-flow showerheads and reducing shower time, you decrease water consumption and energy costs, maximizing the efficiency of your tankless system.
With proper maintenance, a tankless water heater lasts around 20 years, significantly longer than conventional tank water heaters, which last between 8 and 12 years. Regular inspections and timely repairs can further extend its lifespan. To keep your tankless system operating efficiently, have it inspected or serviced annually and address any minor issues promptly by contacting a local tankless water heater repair service.