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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing

5.00(
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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing

5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
43 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is your trusted local plumber serving Durham, Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, Pittsboro, Mebane, and surrounding areas in NC. We provide expert residential and commercial plumbing services, including sewer repair, drain cleaning, water heater installation, and comprehensive leak detection and repairs. Our certified technicians are known for punctual service, upfront pricing, and high-quality workmanship. Whether it’s routine maintenance or an emergency repair, we deliver fast, reliable solutions with a commitment to your satisfaction. Count on us for dependable plumbing services that stand the test of time.

"jason came on time, very soon after booked, found out the problem quickly and solved it right away."

Deborah F on October 2025

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is your trusted local plumber serving Durham, Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, Pittsboro, Mebane, and surrounding areas in NC. We provide expert residential and commercial plumbing services, including sewer repair, drain cleaning, water heater installation, and comprehensive leak detection and repairs. Our certified technicians are known for punctual service, upfront pricing, and high-quality workmanship. Whether it’s routine maintenance or an emergency repair, we deliver fast, reliable solutions with a commitment to your satisfaction. Count on us for dependable plumbing services that stand the test of time.

"jason came on time, very soon after booked, found out the problem quickly and solved it right away."

Deborah F on October 2025


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Quality Service Today Plumbing

4.29(
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Quality Service Today Plumbing

4.29(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
43 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

Quality Service Today is a locally owned and operated company specializing in plumbing and septic. Our experts offer a full range of plumbing and septic solutions for homeowners throughout Mebane, Durham, and all nearby areas. Whether you are looking for a second opinion, before moving forward with a major plumbing or septic project in or around Mebane NC, or you need to have a common plumbing repair carried out, our plumbing and septic technicians are here to provide you with the exceptional service and results you deserve.

"Charged me $1239 for a plumbing repair that lasted a few hours. Cant get in touch with after hours support, will be filing a chargeback claim with amex. Beyond disappointed with the rate and the shit quality of service."

Chris B on December 2025

Quality Service Today is a locally owned and operated company specializing in plumbing and septic. Our experts offer a full range of plumbing and septic solutions for homeowners throughout Mebane, Durham, and all nearby areas. Whether you are looking for a second opinion, before moving forward with a major plumbing or septic project in or around Mebane NC, or you need to have a common plumbing repair carried out, our plumbing and septic technicians are here to provide you with the exceptional service and results you deserve.

"Charged me $1239 for a plumbing repair that lasted a few hours. Cant get in touch with after hours support, will be filing a chargeback claim with amex. Beyond disappointed with the rate and the shit quality of service."

Chris B on December 2025


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Quality Service Today Plumbing & Septic

4.20(
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Quality Service Today Plumbing & Septic

4.20(
20
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Customers say: True professional
253 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

Quality Service Today is a locally owned and operated company specializing in plumbing and septic. Our experts offer a full range of plumbing and septic solutions for homeowners throughout Mebane, Durham, and all nearby areas. Whether you are looking for a second opinion, before moving forward with a major plumbing or septic project in or around Mebane NC, or you need to have a common plumbing repair carried out, our plumbing and septic technicians are here to provide you with the exceptional service and results you deserve.

"VISIT ON 12/16/2025 Charlie at Quality Service Today Plumbing and Septic is simply outstanding. He is unbelievably kind, incredibly knowledgeable, and has that rare ability to connect on a genuine human level while still being precise and thorough. Charlie takes the time to explain everything clearly, shares photos of his reviewed systems, walks you through what he’s seeing, and makes sure you truly understand the situation: no rushing, no pressure, just honesty and reassurance. He’s personable, relatable, and most importantly, completely trustworthy. In an industry where that matters more than ever, Charlie consistently delivers peace of mind along with top-notch service. I’ve used Quality Service Today for years and will continue to do so without hesitation. I sing Charlie’s and Quality Septic Today’s praises loud and clear, as they’ve earned every word"

Melinda D on December 2025

Quality Service Today is a locally owned and operated company specializing in plumbing and septic. Our experts offer a full range of plumbing and septic solutions for homeowners throughout Mebane, Durham, and all nearby areas. Whether you are looking for a second opinion, before moving forward with a major plumbing or septic project in or around Mebane NC, or you need to have a common plumbing repair carried out, our plumbing and septic technicians are here to provide you with the exceptional service and results you deserve.

"VISIT ON 12/16/2025 Charlie at Quality Service Today Plumbing and Septic is simply outstanding. He is unbelievably kind, incredibly knowledgeable, and has that rare ability to connect on a genuine human level while still being precise and thorough. Charlie takes the time to explain everything clearly, shares photos of his reviewed systems, walks you through what he’s seeing, and makes sure you truly understand the situation: no rushing, no pressure, just honesty and reassurance. He’s personable, relatable, and most importantly, completely trustworthy. In an industry where that matters more than ever, Charlie consistently delivers peace of mind along with top-notch service. I’ve used Quality Service Today for years and will continue to do so without hesitation. I sing Charlie’s and Quality Septic Today’s praises loud and clear, as they’ve earned every word"

Melinda D on December 2025


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Modern Plumbing of the Triangle, LLC

5.00(
11
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Modern Plumbing of the Triangle, LLC

5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"The work done to install hot water heater was great. Mike worked hard to ensure we had hot water and I was impressed with that. Also he was was upfront about the cost and work to be done. I would have him do my plumbing work anytime."

Larry G on December 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"The work done to install hot water heater was great. Mike worked hard to ensure we had hot water and I was impressed with that. Also he was was upfront about the cost and work to be done. I would have him do my plumbing work anytime."

Larry G on December 2025


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CAROLINA PLUMBING & WATER SYSTEMS, LLC

4.87(
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CAROLINA PLUMBING & WATER SYSTEMS, LLC

4.87(
20
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
42 years of experience
Emergency services offered

Hi from Carolina Plumbing & Water Systems LLC! We handle everything plumbing—from your waters source to it's disposal! Starting from your well, heating it efficiently with a tankless water heater(Rinnai certified Dealer!), or filtering it for safe, clean use, all the way through water and drain lines to your septic/city hookup! we’ve got you covered! Our team is experienced in every aspect of plumbing, including installation, repair, and maintenance of pipes, fixtures, and rough-in remodels! We also specialize in well pumps, water filtration systems, and tankless water heaters to keep your home's water running clean and efficiently. Need help with your pool pump or filter? We do that too! We put the CARE in CAROLINA!! Give us a call, we would love to work with you!!

"Great and speedy quality service. Extremely satisfied. Glenn and David were great!!"

David R on June 2025

Hi from Carolina Plumbing & Water Systems LLC! We handle everything plumbing—from your waters source to it's disposal! Starting from your well, heating it efficiently with a tankless water heater(Rinnai certified Dealer!), or filtering it for safe, clean use, all the way through water and drain lines to your septic/city hookup! we’ve got you covered! Our team is experienced in every aspect of plumbing, including installation, repair, and maintenance of pipes, fixtures, and rough-in remodels! We also specialize in well pumps, water filtration systems, and tankless water heaters to keep your home's water running clean and efficiently. Need help with your pool pump or filter? We do that too! We put the CARE in CAROLINA!! Give us a call, we would love to work with you!!

"Great and speedy quality service. Extremely satisfied. Glenn and David were great!!"

David R on June 2025


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Thermo Direct, Inc.

4.65(
107
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Thermo Direct, Inc.

4.65(
107
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
12 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

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.

"Timely, pleasant, efficient"

Fred E on October 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.

"Timely, pleasant, efficient"

Fred E on October 2025


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6 & Fix Heating & Cooling, Inc.

4.50(
13
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6 & Fix Heating & Cooling, Inc.

4.50(
13
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
39 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Trusted HVAC licensed company servicing the Raleigh Durham area for more than 40 years. We pride ourselves on taking care of our customers every heating and cooling need. We offer 24 hour service and offer same day service calls.

"Very prompt response in-fact they came the next day. Cal was the licensed plumber who did our work. He was very professional, neat and knew exactly how to fix and prevent future problems from happening. In fact, while he was here two of my neighbors hired him for work on there homes. Very reasonable and would highly recommend."

Anne C on September 2025

Trusted HVAC licensed company servicing the Raleigh Durham area for more than 40 years. We pride ourselves on taking care of our customers every heating and cooling need. We offer 24 hour service and offer same day service calls.

"Very prompt response in-fact they came the next day. Cal was the licensed plumber who did our work. He was very professional, neat and knew exactly how to fix and prevent future problems from happening. In fact, while he was here two of my neighbors hired him for work on there homes. Very reasonable and would highly recommend."

Anne C on September 2025


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Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC

4.73(
265
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Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC

4.73(
265
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
89 local quotes requested

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!

"Great service- very professional."

Phil B on September 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!

"Great service- very professional."

Phil B on September 2025


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Dr Drain Plumbing

4.78(
405
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Approved Pro

Dr Drain Plumbing

4.78(
405
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 years of experience

For more than 25 years Dr. Drain Plumbing has provided fast, reliable and guaranteed service for all types of plumbing needs. From plumbing repairs, septic repairs and wells to the installation of complete plumbing systems. We can handle it! We are one of the few plumbing companies with a full one year on all parts and labor guarantee. That alone tells you your plumbing troubles are over. Dr. Drain Plumbing is locally owned & Vet owned operated by Ted Bunnell. Ted has is a part of every job and is available to every customer before, during and after the job. We're the Triangle region's residential and light commercial plumbing repair and installation experts. You can expect our service team to be professional and courteous, to always make sure your questions are answered and to do the highest quality work.

"The plumber reworked the drain piping under the sink in December due to a leak at a connection joint. 3 Months later a connector came loose while the dishwasher was running and water flooded the sink cabinet. I called Dr Drain and was informed it would be 4 days before someone could come out and fix it. I explained this was an emergency, the kitchen sink was inoperable due to the drain pipe being disconnected and I could not go 4 days without my kitchen sink. The person I spoke to did not say they were sorry this happened (it was obviously not hooked up correctly in the beginning) or offer any help in the situation. It is unexceptable for a plumber to not offer emergency services when something they did failed and made the sink inoperable for 4 days."

Tonya H on March 2025

For more than 25 years Dr. Drain Plumbing has provided fast, reliable and guaranteed service for all types of plumbing needs. From plumbing repairs, septic repairs and wells to the installation of complete plumbing systems. We can handle it! We are one of the few plumbing companies with a full one year on all parts and labor guarantee. That alone tells you your plumbing troubles are over. Dr. Drain Plumbing is locally owned & Vet owned operated by Ted Bunnell. Ted has is a part of every job and is available to every customer before, during and after the job. We're the Triangle region's residential and light commercial plumbing repair and installation experts. You can expect our service team to be professional and courteous, to always make sure your questions are answered and to do the highest quality work.

"The plumber reworked the drain piping under the sink in December due to a leak at a connection joint. 3 Months later a connector came loose while the dishwasher was running and water flooded the sink cabinet. I called Dr Drain and was informed it would be 4 days before someone could come out and fix it. I explained this was an emergency, the kitchen sink was inoperable due to the drain pipe being disconnected and I could not go 4 days without my kitchen sink. The person I spoke to did not say they were sorry this happened (it was obviously not hooked up correctly in the beginning) or offer any help in the situation. It is unexceptable for a plumber to not offer emergency services when something they did failed and made the sink inoperable for 4 days."

Tonya H on March 2025


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Bell Cow Services

4.48(
67
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Bell Cow Services

4.48(
67
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
65 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

Starting in 2014, Bell Cow Services began to service customers in the Raleigh, Durham, and Fayetteville areas. Whether it's a simple repair, a new system installation, or a comprehensive maintenance package, customers began seeing the benefits of using Bell Cow - premium quality, a clear sense of value, and a level of urgency to meet customers needs in an appropriate timeframe. Since 2014, Bell Cow has added plumbers in it's original Raleigh, Durham, and Fayetteville markets, south western North Carolina and expanded by opening a third branch in Chesapeake, VA to service customers in the Hampton Roads market.

"If I have any other plumbing issues they will be at the top of the list to call to have the work done. They were fantastic."

Kara L on December 2025

Starting in 2014, Bell Cow Services began to service customers in the Raleigh, Durham, and Fayetteville areas. Whether it's a simple repair, a new system installation, or a comprehensive maintenance package, customers began seeing the benefits of using Bell Cow - premium quality, a clear sense of value, and a level of urgency to meet customers needs in an appropriate timeframe. Since 2014, Bell Cow has added plumbers in it's original Raleigh, Durham, and Fayetteville markets, south western North Carolina and expanded by opening a third branch in Chesapeake, VA to service customers in the Hampton Roads market.

"If I have any other plumbing issues they will be at the top of the list to call to have the work done. They were fantastic."

Kara L on December 2025

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FAQs for water heater repair or service projects in Hillsborough, NC

Warning signs include fluctuating water temperatures, a pilot light that repeatedly goes out, unusual noises from the tank, or complete heating failure. You might also detect a rotten egg smell, indicating a potential gas leak, or notice water that never reaches the proper temperature. If your water heater is over eight years old and displaying these symptoms, the gas valve is a likely culprit. Professional inspection is recommended, especially if gas odors are present.

Water heater gas valves are not universally interchangeable. Each valve must match your specific water heater's make, model, and specifications. Important compatibility factors include gas type (natural gas vs. propane), BTU rating, connection types, and physical dimensions. Using an incorrect valve can result in poor performance, premature failure, or dangerous gas leaks. Always consult your water heater's documentation or a professional plumber to identify the appropriate replacement valve for your unit.

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