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Avatar for Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
4.8(
672
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Serving Sanford, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Price was ridiculous for work that was actually done - I will take the heat on this one as we did not do the initial request correctly. We should have gotten a better quote but we did not really know what was actually needed"
cooling
 heating
 air conditioning
 air conditioning
Response time1 day
171 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Pipeworx Plumbing
4.7(
66
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Serving Sanford, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Pipeworx installed RO water filtration system in our kitchen. Excellent service. The plumber was very knowledgeable. He explained all my concerns."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC
Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC
4.6(
389
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Serving Sanford, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1951

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I called in the morning and Chris came out in the afternoon, when I was available. He explained and showed me what the problem was. He didn't have a new water heater on his truck so Tim came about 45 mins. to bring one. Installation was fast and Chris was very professional. They will be the first ones I call if I have any other issues."
Hot Water Tank
Shower Install
Brita Filter Before and After
Brita Pro Filter
Tankless Water Heater

+4

Response time10 hrs
86 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Pinehurst Plumbing LLC
5.0(
20
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Serving Sanford, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a water heater in need of replacement. I discovered the issue late afternoon 11/6/25. Kevin immediately put together an invoice based on pictures and my own description. He showed up this morning at 9:00 am, was very friendly and professional, and the work is done less than 24 hours later. It is now noon on 11/7/25 as I write this. The quality is up to par, and even exceeds what you see with larger base contractors. The pricing is fair and competitive, and the punctuality is solid. I would strongly recommend Kevin and company to anyone looking for quality and competitively priced work. Also the fact that he is a small local business makes it that much better. Thank you Kevin!"
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Water Heater Installation
Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Affordable Plumbing Call Us 1st, Inc.
4.6(
10
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Serving Sanford, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"This company was absolutely awesome. They came, found the issue and corrected it. Once I found that the issue wasn't completely done, I came them back and they returned the next morning to finish what they inadvertently missed. They even have me a warranty on the work they completed. I would recommend this company over any big name company."
Kitchen remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel

+29

Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Water Heater Experts
4.9(
57
)

Serving Sanford, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Never returned three calls after leaving message on 11/11/2013, 11/13/2013, and 11/21/2013, that we needed either a new hot water heater or tankless hot water system installed.

Update: return phone call on 11/22/2013-- see note above. This resulted in a change to my evaluation from F to C overall.
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Tankless
Heat Pump Water Heater
Standard Water Heater
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for The Water Specialist Inc
The Water Specialist Inc
4.8(
113
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Serving Sanford, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I am now a fan of The Water Specialist. I am a property manager and one of my tenants complained that the grinder pump siren was continually going off. I called several places who either never called me back or couldn't come out right away. It was a weekend and I spoke with Ryan at The Water Specialist who was so incredibly helpful. We were calling/texting back and forth throughout the day and he was trying to get someone out right away to pump the well. It took a little too long for me to get a hold of the owner and I missed the opportunity so we used another vendor to pump the well. But I got an estimate to replace the grinder pump from both vendors and I was happy that The Water Specialist came in just a bit lower so we went ahead and had them replace it that week. I really wanted to give them the business since Ryan spent so much time helping me for free. He continued to stay in communication with me throughout the process and I was able to keep the owner and tenants updated and happy. I called them again today to help with another property and they were very friendly and responsive. Highly recommended!"
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+3

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for water heater repair or service projects in Sanford, 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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