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Southern Air Mechanical LLC

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Southern Air Mechanical LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at Southern Air Mechanical LLC, we are locally owned and operated and have been providing quality heating and cooling services for the Franklin community and surrounding areas. We take pride in providing the best for our customers being a licensed technician who ensures quality driven work and courteous, professional service. We provide the highest quality workmanship in install, repair and replacements of residential heating and air conditioning. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with North Carolina true professionals at work for you!

"Sam is excellent! He replaced two HVAC systems for me, took the time to talk through and price-out many different options, solved some problems along the way, and when an issue arose he stood by his service and made it right. Sam is a professional and I've already recommended to friends."

Kate G on February 2022

Here at Southern Air Mechanical LLC, we are locally owned and operated and have been providing quality heating and cooling services for the Franklin community and surrounding areas. We take pride in providing the best for our customers being a licensed technician who ensures quality driven work and courteous, professional service. We provide the highest quality workmanship in install, repair and replacements of residential heating and air conditioning. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with North Carolina true professionals at work for you!

"Sam is excellent! He replaced two HVAC systems for me, took the time to talk through and price-out many different options, solved some problems along the way, and when an issue arose he stood by his service and made it right. Sam is a professional and I've already recommended to friends."

Kate G on February 2022


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AMI, Inc.

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AMI, Inc.

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11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the comfort of your home, quality of our work and the production of outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the comfort of your home, quality of our work and the production of outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!


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H&S Mechanical Services LLC

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H&S Mechanical Services LLC

4.61(
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Customers say: Quick response
92 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

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! Call Today!

"Do not do any business with this guy David.He came to my house made me buy new thermostats and fixed nothing.He charged me 180 a piece to install thermostats I have to which is crazy.He played me out of 900 dollars.Do not Do business with David mock my words he is not honest at all.The price of the thermostats and not fixing the problem which was fixing the heat that wasn?t blowing downstairs says it all.Go to another company don?t lose money like I did.A real hvac guy will come back and fix the problem."

Joe C on February 2026

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! Call Today!

"Do not do any business with this guy David.He came to my house made me buy new thermostats and fixed nothing.He charged me 180 a piece to install thermostats I have to which is crazy.He played me out of 900 dollars.Do not Do business with David mock my words he is not honest at all.The price of the thermostats and not fixing the problem which was fixing the heat that wasn?t blowing downstairs says it all.Go to another company don?t lose money like I did.A real hvac guy will come back and fix the problem."

Joe C on February 2026


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Streamline Services, Inc

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Streamline Services, Inc

4.78(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Streamline Services, Inc. has been serving the plumbing, electrical and HVAC needs of Raleigh and surrounding areas for over 20 years. We offer 24/7 support and fast, same day repairs. We are a family-owned and operated business. We're committed to providing the highest quality service with our licensed and certified technicians, continuing training, and dedication to our community. Our core values are simple yet impact the way we go about our day – dependable, dedicated, positive, eager to learn, process-driven, and humble. The relationships we cultivate and develop amongst ourselves and with customers is something we pride ourselves with every day.

"They replaced my Well Jet Pump but could not get it to cycle on and off correctly. Finally, the Technician told me that I had a water problem but that he could not open the well to confirm because he did not have the Certification to open the Well. Thinking I had a water problem, my wife and I SUFFERED with a non-working correctly Well Pump for 9 months. I finally called another company who COULD open the Well and they determined that I had plenty of water and installed a Submersible Pump and now we have great pressure and are getting 14 gallons a minute. After I had the pump replaced by another company I received a call from Streamline requesting to do more service work for me. I asked to have a Supervisor call me. After 2 weeks someone finally did. I explained my situation and asked for a refund on the "One Year Warranty Jet Pump" (not on the labor just the cost I was charged for the pump). The Supervisor told me that they would NOT give me a refund. DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!"

Ervin W on January 2026

Streamline Services, Inc. has been serving the plumbing, electrical and HVAC needs of Raleigh and surrounding areas for over 20 years. We offer 24/7 support and fast, same day repairs. We are a family-owned and operated business. We're committed to providing the highest quality service with our licensed and certified technicians, continuing training, and dedication to our community. Our core values are simple yet impact the way we go about our day – dependable, dedicated, positive, eager to learn, process-driven, and humble. The relationships we cultivate and develop amongst ourselves and with customers is something we pride ourselves with every day.

"They replaced my Well Jet Pump but could not get it to cycle on and off correctly. Finally, the Technician told me that I had a water problem but that he could not open the well to confirm because he did not have the Certification to open the Well. Thinking I had a water problem, my wife and I SUFFERED with a non-working correctly Well Pump for 9 months. I finally called another company who COULD open the Well and they determined that I had plenty of water and installed a Submersible Pump and now we have great pressure and are getting 14 gallons a minute. After I had the pump replaced by another company I received a call from Streamline requesting to do more service work for me. I asked to have a Supervisor call me. After 2 weeks someone finally did. I explained my situation and asked for a refund on the "One Year Warranty Jet Pump" (not on the labor just the cost I was charged for the pump). The Supervisor told me that they would NOT give me a refund. DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!"

Ervin W on January 2026


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Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing

4.84(
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Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing

4.84(
612
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
121 local quotes requested

Cape Fear Air-Electric-Plumbing is an air conditioning, heating, electrical, and plumbing 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.

"They were excellent to work with and very knowledgeable."

Angel F on February 2026

Cape Fear Air-Electric-Plumbing is an air conditioning, heating, electrical, and plumbing 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.

"They were excellent to work with and very knowledgeable."

Angel F on February 2026


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Yellow Dot Heating & Air Conditioning

4.06(
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Yellow Dot Heating & Air Conditioning

4.06(
16
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Approved Pro
30 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

For more than ten years, Yellow Dot Heating, Air Conditioning and Electrical has been one of the areas largest heating and cooling hvac contractors. We strive to provide Triangle home and business owners with top-of-the-line emergency hvac services, emergency hvac repair, sales, and support for the most popular heating and cooling system brands on the market. We know what it takes to provide quality HVAC service and installation to our customers. We are based in Raleigh, North Carolina and also serve the areas of Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Apex, Hillsborough, Garner, Wake Forest, Holly Springs, Morrisville, Knightsdale, Zebulon, Clayton, Fuquay-Varina, Wake County, Durham County and more.

"Nicely done and courtesy."

Steve O on February 2026

For more than ten years, Yellow Dot Heating, Air Conditioning and Electrical has been one of the areas largest heating and cooling hvac contractors. We strive to provide Triangle home and business owners with top-of-the-line emergency hvac services, emergency hvac repair, sales, and support for the most popular heating and cooling system brands on the market. We know what it takes to provide quality HVAC service and installation to our customers. We are based in Raleigh, North Carolina and also serve the areas of Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Apex, Hillsborough, Garner, Wake Forest, Holly Springs, Morrisville, Knightsdale, Zebulon, Clayton, Fuquay-Varina, Wake County, Durham County and more.

"Nicely done and courtesy."

Steve O on February 2026


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Thermo Direct, Inc.

4.66(
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Thermo Direct, Inc.

4.66(
109
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
31 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.

"Fast, friendly, and not ridiculously priced."

Craig S on January 2026

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.

"Fast, friendly, and not ridiculously priced."

Craig S on January 2026


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Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric, Corp.

4.71(
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Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric, Corp.

4.71(
259
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
71 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!

"Jason Hogg did an exceptional job installing our new hot water heater. We have an Apollo heating system which largely depends on hot water flowing to HVAC. No water heater =No heat. The tank he replaced had lots of issues many due the last technician who installed it. Between water pressure way to high, Inappropriate ventilation, and several other deep concerns which basically broke down a 5 year old water heater. Jason was excellent at explaining what went wrong and what & why the new heater was need. We now have a bigger tank hooked up correctly! We will be adding better ventilation for the new tank. There were also issues with the older turning handles on our main water shut off that he replaced. I also must add that we had another before technician before Jason who came to service our water heater we requested. He informed us what we needed a technician for the Apollo systems water heater. Problem: quote way to low Jason dealt with our rage over price diff. He was fabulous a"

Barb H on January 2026

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!

"Jason Hogg did an exceptional job installing our new hot water heater. We have an Apollo heating system which largely depends on hot water flowing to HVAC. No water heater =No heat. The tank he replaced had lots of issues many due the last technician who installed it. Between water pressure way to high, Inappropriate ventilation, and several other deep concerns which basically broke down a 5 year old water heater. Jason was excellent at explaining what went wrong and what & why the new heater was need. We now have a bigger tank hooked up correctly! We will be adding better ventilation for the new tank. There were also issues with the older turning handles on our main water shut off that he replaced. I also must add that we had another before technician before Jason who came to service our water heater we requested. He informed us what we needed a technician for the Apollo systems water heater. Problem: quote way to low Jason dealt with our rage over price diff. He was fabulous a"

Barb H on January 2026


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Mac Bros Mechanical LLC

5.00(
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Mac Bros Mechanical LLC

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
17 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

We are a locally, veteran owned and operated HVAC company that is large enough to take care of all your needs but small enough to make sure you feel like family. When you call our office you will be greeted by folks that are all part of our community that have the same desire, which is....Let Our Family Take Care Of Your Family

"Mac Bros is the best. Very professional service from start to finish of the job and I couldn't be happier. Mike was very thorough in his assessment of the unit I needed and made sure I had the ac that would work the best for my home. I whole heartedly recommend them and will call them again if I ever need any other service."

Allen B on December 2025

We are a locally, veteran owned and operated HVAC company that is large enough to take care of all your needs but small enough to make sure you feel like family. When you call our office you will be greeted by folks that are all part of our community that have the same desire, which is....Let Our Family Take Care Of Your Family

"Mac Bros is the best. Very professional service from start to finish of the job and I couldn't be happier. Mike was very thorough in his assessment of the unit I needed and made sure I had the ac that would work the best for my home. I whole heartedly recommend them and will call them again if I ever need any other service."

Allen B on December 2025


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Aire Serv Of East Raleigh

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Aire Serv Of East Raleigh

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of heating and cooling services, installs, repairs, maintenance, and more! Aire Serv wants you to stay comfortable and breathe clean air all year round. That’s why our company focuses on excellence in customer service and quality AC and heating services. We are proud of our reputation for putting clients first, with a brand synonymous with excellence since 1992! Wherever you see the name Aire Serv, you can expect quality services and customer attention.

"Excellent service and great follow up after the work was completed."

Daniel L on October 2022

We specialize in all phases of heating and cooling services, installs, repairs, maintenance, and more! Aire Serv wants you to stay comfortable and breathe clean air all year round. That’s why our company focuses on excellence in customer service and quality AC and heating services. We are proud of our reputation for putting clients first, with a brand synonymous with excellence since 1992! Wherever you see the name Aire Serv, you can expect quality services and customer attention.

"Excellent service and great follow up after the work was completed."

Daniel L on October 2022

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