The Handy Patriot is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have several years of hands on experience to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"He was very professional, friendly, on-time, a hard worker, and I plan to use him again."
Cynthia J on December 2021
The Handy Patriot is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have several years of hands on experience to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"He was very professional, friendly, on-time, a hard worker, and I plan to use him again."
Cynthia J on December 2021
D&D Handyman Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 13 years of experience serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"Great job and wonderful customer service"
Patrice T on June 2025
D&D Handyman Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 13 years of experience serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"Great job and wonderful customer service"
Patrice T on June 2025
Triangle Tech LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Installed a new garbage disposal for us, and was very professional and pleasant. Fair pricing, and good service. A+"
Derek C on January 2025
Triangle Tech LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Installed a new garbage disposal for us, and was very professional and pleasant. Fair pricing, and good service. A+"
Derek C on January 2025
AD-Stone Services is here to help! We offer a variety of handyman services. We are based out of the Cary, NC area. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!
"Aaron was great. We had a long list of items to address and he got everything done in record time! We will definitely use AD-Stone again!"
Dianna M on May 2025
AD-Stone Services is here to help! We offer a variety of handyman services. We are based out of the Cary, NC area. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!
"Aaron was great. We had a long list of items to address and he got everything done in record time! We will definitely use AD-Stone again!"
Dianna M on May 2025
In Business Since 2020 Sean Bahr is your home design expert and remodeler in the Raleigh-Durham-Cary area. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business, you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"Working with Sean was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. He was incredibly attentive to our needs and vision for our kitchen. He took the time to truly understand our style and lifestyle, and offered creative solutions we hadn't even considered. The design process was smooth and collaborative, and I always felt heard and valued. I highly recommend Rapt Homes for anyone looking for a productive and enjoyable kitchen design experience."
Bethany F on January 2025
In Business Since 2020 Sean Bahr is your home design expert and remodeler in the Raleigh-Durham-Cary area. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business, you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"Working with Sean was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. He was incredibly attentive to our needs and vision for our kitchen. He took the time to truly understand our style and lifestyle, and offered creative solutions we hadn't even considered. The design process was smooth and collaborative, and I always felt heard and valued. I highly recommend Rapt Homes for anyone looking for a productive and enjoyable kitchen design experience."
Bethany F 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
Here we can best help you to find what way our company can assist you. We provide Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC work to best fit your needs.
"Went fine."
Maks W on April 2022
Here we can best help you to find what way our company can assist you. We provide Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC work to best fit your needs.
"Went fine."
Maks W on April 2022
We are water treatment specialists as well as master plumber. We sell and service water Softeners, reverse osmosis drinking systems and perform all your plumbing needs. Our warranties are primarily lifetime and have options to fit most any budget. We have been in business ten years and our customer service means the world to our team.
"Plumber was professional and thorough. He cleared the pipes and ran the washer several times afterwards to ensure that there was no more leaks."
Kenneth B on April 2024
We are water treatment specialists as well as master plumber. We sell and service water Softeners, reverse osmosis drinking systems and perform all your plumbing needs. Our warranties are primarily lifetime and have options to fit most any budget. We have been in business ten years and our customer service means the world to our team.
"Plumber was professional and thorough. He cleared the pipes and ran the washer several times afterwards to ensure that there was no more leaks."
Kenneth B on April 2024
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
For over a decade, the professionals at Thermo Direct Inc have worked hard for our friends and neighbors in the Triangle area. Helping homeowners and business owners, our comfort system technicians will make sure that your property’s heating and air conditioning equipment works as reliably and energy efficiently as possible. For projects big and small, we provide honest, cost-effective service. Relax... The Doctor is in the House!
"Thermo Direct replied quickly and was able to perform the services I required. I would recommend them to anyone that requires the services of a plumber."
Johnathan B on August 2024
For over a decade, the professionals at Thermo Direct Inc have worked hard for our friends and neighbors in the Triangle area. Helping homeowners and business owners, our comfort system technicians will make sure that your property’s heating and air conditioning equipment works as reliably and energy efficiently as possible. For projects big and small, we provide honest, cost-effective service. Relax... The Doctor is in the House!
"Thermo Direct replied quickly and was able to perform the services I required. I would recommend them to anyone that requires the services of a plumber."
Johnathan B on August 2024
A pro can finish the job in one to three hours. Countertop models are the quickest, but built-in, drawer, and over-the-range units take longer because the installer may need to run a new outlet, modify cabinets, or add venting. Any add-ons can push the timeline closer to the three-hour mark. Hiring a licensed installer ensures the wiring is safe and the appliance operates at peak performance.
Because an over-the-range microwave doubles as a range hood, it needs proper venting. You can opt for a recirculating model that filters and recirculates air back into the kitchen, or a ducted unit that exhausts outdoors. Are you unsure which route suits your cooking style? Ask your installer for guidance before making a purchase.
Only microwaves labeled “over-the-range” have the built-in venting and lighting that’s necessary for safe, code-compliant use above a stove. Countertop models don’t have those safeguards. Before you swipe your card, have a licensed microwave installer confirm you’re choosing the right unit for the space and ensure compliance with local codes.
It’s best not to install a countertop microwave in your cabinets. Countertop models aren’t designed for use in an enclosed cabinet, and blocking those vents can trap moisture or even create a fire hazard. A built-in or drawer microwave is designed for tight spaces. Run your plans by an installer to make sure you’re buying the right style for the spot.
You don’t need an electrician if the outlet already meets the microwave’s power needs and sits in the right spot. In that case, you’re good to go ahead with the installation. If the outlet is undersized, outdated, or too far away, hire a licensed electrician to install a new one and ensure everything is code-compliant.
With routine care, most microwaves last between five and 10 years. To help them reach their maximum lifespan, wipe up spills immediately, wash the grease filter periodically, avoid using metal dishware, and close the door gently. Those simple habits reduce malfunctions and keep the appliance running smoothly for the long haul.