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Avatar for Carolina Comfort Air Inc
Carolina Comfort Air Inc
4.7(
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tommy, Justin, and Dre did a fantastic job! We had a new condenser, evaporator coil installed, replaced and upsized some of the duct runs which were incorrectly done by another contractor. Tommy, Justin, and Dre were Courteous, professional. They worked very neatly and cleaned before they left. I would definitely recommend Carolina Comfort Air for any of my future air-conditioning needs!"
Every great HVAC install starts with a solid plan. 📍🛠
Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at one of our walkthroughs—because comfort starts long before the system’s running.
From classroom to career path! 🚀
We love helping students connect the dots between what they learn and where it can take them in the real world.
We’re not just hiring—we’re building careers. 🔧📋
Thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth to learn more about joining the coolest team in HVAC!
Fore the love of HVAC—and a little friendly competition ⛳️
Our Carolina Comfort Air crew hit the greens for a great cause and even better camaraderie.
Our team had a blast showing future HVAC pros how systems work at this outdoor demo. Hands-on learning = lasting impact!

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A Maynor Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
4.9(
107
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Maynor replaced one of our AC units. This installation by Sergio, Austin, and Marcus was done quickly, efficiently, and professionally. I highly recommend Maynor for their service."
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Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Advanced Appliance & Air Repair LLC
4.7(
103
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Called in these folks for a recurring problem with our 2nd floor AC unit leaking freon. Other vendors had investigated, but we had not yet come up with a consensus on the diagnosis. Very nice, very professional. First visit was unable to produce any insight, but I felt due diligence was quite thorough. A second appointment was setup to run a more thorough regression test. Unfortunately, it too was inconclusive. I felt they had done everything they could to diagnose a very tricky issue. Their final prognosis was that it had to be one of a couple of very rare and odd possibilities. Didn't feel too comfortable with this, but had no basis to argue. Total cost at this point between the two visits was $300 with no real progress. Eventually, we stumbled upon an excellent veteran AC repairman who investigated and confirmed an earlier hunch, and was able to explain why. We hired him to fix the problem, a leaky compressor coil (had to replace), and we've have never had a problem since. Now that we know what the issue was, I'd have to say I'm fairly disappointed with this vendor's performance. They firmly disputed the compressor coil as a possible cause. And we paid a decent amount of cash for this misdiagnosis. We'll stick with the guy who eventually fixed the problem as our AC repairman from here on out.
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
4.8(
675
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I set up an appointment for a quote from Cape Fear based on a recommendation from a neighbor, and Justin came on time (he actually called and asked if it would be OK if he came early). He was easy to work with, seemed very knowledgeable, and very thorough as he looked at my current setup and discussed the various options for replacement. I liked some of the recommendations he made as far as adjusting some of the duct routing to ease air flow. I decided to have him quote a 2-ton Trane XL16c packaged AC / Gas Furnace unit and XL16c hybrid (AC and gas furnace / heat pump), which was brand new at the time - it wasn't even in their system yet. When I was provided with a quote, the paper listed the 3-ton unit since the 2-ton unit was so new, but Justin assured me that the price was for the 2-ton unit. I received another quote for the same unit from a different company, and the price was significantly lower. So, I went back to Justin and asked him to double check the price. He did confirm that the price listed on my quote was for a 3-ton unit and provided a new number for the 2-ton unit, but I was left with a bad feeling over what would have happened if I hadn't received a competitive quote and questioned them. Also, the other company I dealt with talked with the Trane rep, and stated while the XL16C gas pack was available in a 2-ton unit, the hybrid unit (with gas furnace and heat pump) was not available in a 2-ton unit. This quote process was at the end of December, and they offered an extra $500 off if we would install before the end of the year. Would they have taken the money for a 3-ton unit and only delivered a 2-ton unit, or would they have realized the error when I went to pay and said 'we quoted you the wrong price'? If I ordered the hybrid unit and paid for a 2-ton unit, what would have been delivered? These could have been honest mistakes or not - I really have no way of knowing. In the end, I didn't feel comfortable with the way the quote process went, so I decided to go with another vendor."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
192 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Streamline Services, Inc
4.7(
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Removed old hot water tank and replaced it with a tankless hot water heater. Work was done in crawl space with less than six feet height available in work area. All done in a few hours last September. It's now the following August (11 months or so later). Everything seems to be working okay. Workmen were polite, professional, timely, focused on the job, carried away all the old parts and cleaned up well---we were quite pleased with the whole process."
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Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric, Corp.
Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric, Corp.
4.6(
383
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1951

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"This year, in 2020, I decided to try Blantons Air, Plumbing, and Electric again. I am glad I did. In May, my house suffered a lightning strike and power surge during a storm with a lot of wind, and the power surge and lightning wiped out my whole electrical and HVAC system and blew out fixtures. Once I approved their estimate and got on their schedule, Blantons was able to get my whole electrical system and HVAC system replaced in six business days of work at my house. Blantons Air, Plumbing, and Electric also made sure that my house passed its City electrical inspection, mechanical HVAC inspection, and electrical for HVAC inspection. Blantons even replaced the fixtures that were blown out by the power surge. Blantons worked well with my insurance company and my tenants and me and provided me documentation that was needed. I would like to especially thank electrician Rodriguez M and all team members at Blantons for their work in getting my house working well again."
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56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Parker and Company Heating and Air
Parker and Company Heating and Air
4.3(
18
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Parker Heating and Air effectively described the issues with my HVAC system. I was presented options for repairs and I trusted Drake the tech onsite to make the best choice. My AC was back working in the next hour thanks to his hard work. Highly recommend!"
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Training our new technician to serve our clients.
Fall Tune Ups
Brand new Bosch for our valued customer
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35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Aire Serv of Wake Forest
4.5(
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Aire Serv is a heating and cooling service company with a history of excellence in customer service, and quality craftsmanship. We specialize in HVAC services including: replacement and repair for both residential and commercial Heating, Ventilation, and air conditioning systems require routine maintenance and care. These are the systems that keep your home comfortable all year long. Routine maintenance plays a key role in ensuring that your heating and cooling system stays running smoothly and ensures you get the most out of your investment. We provide a free estimate when the time comes for a replacement. We look forward to earning your business for all of your HVAC needs! We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of Heating and Air Conditioning services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the detail

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tower Heating & Air, LLC
4.9(
12
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Tower Heating Air, and Plumbing is a licensed HVAC/Plumbing company based in Garner NC serving the Raleigh Triangle Areas. We specialize in single family and multi-family HVAC and Plumbing maintenance, repairs, installations, and replacements. Powered by Chill Brothers LLC, Tower has expanded bandwidth, via sister companies, to provide enhanced service efficiency. With an accumulated experience extending well beyond 100 years, we can manage any situation you are faced with. In short, we Tower above the rest!

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Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
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FAQs for ducts & vents installation and replacement projects in Durham, NC

Return air vents aren't required in every room, but proper placement is essential for system efficiency. According to industry standards, you'll need one return vent for every 100 to 150 square feet of living space. Ideally, each room would have its own return vent, especially larger rooms exceeding 100 square feet. 

Without adequate return airflow, your HVAC system works harder, energy costs increase, and comfort decreases. A professional assessment can determine the optimal number and placement of return vents for your specific home layout.

Signs that your home needs additional return air vents include rooms that feel consistently stuffy, noticeable temperature variations between rooms, doors that slam shut when the HVAC system operates, or unexpectedly high energy bills. Excessive dust accumulation around supply vents can also indicate inadequate return airflow. 

If you experience these issues, consulting with an HVAC professional can help determine if adding return vents would improve your system's performance.

Supply vents deliver conditioned air into your living spaces, while return air vents draw room air back to your HVAC system for reconditioning. Supply vents push treated air into rooms, while return vents pull air from rooms back toward your heating and cooling equipment. 

Both components are essential for proper air circulation and system balance. Without sufficient return capacity, your HVAC system may experience pressure imbalances that reduce efficiency and comfort.

You should inspect and clean your return air vents at least once annually, according to industry recommendations. However, homes with pets, allergy sufferers, or noticeable dust buildup may benefit from more frequent cleaning. 

Regular maintenance helps maintain good indoor air quality and ensures your HVAC system operates efficiently. Professional duct cleaning, which addresses the entire system beyond just the visible vents, is recommended every few years, depending on your home's specific conditions.

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