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Avatar for Air Experts Heating, Cooling LLC
Air Experts Heating, Cooling LLC
4.7(
3,420
)
Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We keep your heating, cooling, and plumbing equipment working properly and performing at peak efficiency while ensuring your comfort and keeping your air safe. We guarantee 100% satisfaction with all our work. The professionals at Air Experts have been providing comprehensive HVAC services to the residents of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill since 1986.

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
4.8(
682
)
Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, 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
Response rate100%
200 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Streamline Services, Inc
Streamline Services, Inc
4.7(
735
)
Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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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+2

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Modern Plumbing of the Triangle, LLC
Modern Plumbing of the Triangle, LLC
4.9(
33
)
Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding Service from Modern Plumbing LLC! I had an excellent experience with Modern Plumbing LLC when they installed my new water heater. From start to finish, the service was professional, efficient, and stress-free. The plumber arrived on time, clearly explained my options, and walked me through the entire installation process so I knew exactly what to expect. The installation was done quickly and cleanly, with great attention to detail. Everything works perfectly, and I can already tell the quality of work is top-notch. It’s rare to find a plumbing company that combines expertise, honesty, and great customer service, but Modern Plumbing LLC absolutely delivers. I highly recommend them to anyone needing reliable plumbing or water heater installation—you won’t be disappointed!"
fixture and toilet
Tankless W/H
Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC
Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC
4.6(
390
)
Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1951

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Date: 01/28/19 Task: Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair I have hired the Blatons for last June to replace the heat pump system. I have peace of mind program. Once a year, the technician came out to check all my electric and plumbing service. It is no cost but it will cost the ONLY something they find it wrong. The Blanton Techs are excellent services, very professional and knowledgeable. Thank you! I have been a Blantonscustomer for first years. Blantons Staff have always been impressed with their service and workmanship, but this was my first experience with their HVAC Technician, John A. was very pleased with honor customer service."
Hot Water Tank
Shower Install
Brita Filter Before and After
Brita Pro Filter
Tankless Water Heater

+4

Response time10 hrs
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for A & M Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
A & M Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
4.8(
27
)
Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Very satisfied with the outcome. The house was not occupied while this work was being done, so I was not present during much of the work to observe the installation of system & ductwork, but it worked beautifully once we moved in and began to use it, a turnkey experience. Twice since then we've had questions (e.g., Can we move the ductwork in one part of the attic to accommodate new attic stairs?), and both times they were very responsive and came out at no charge to me, despite the fact that the work was done over a year ago. I've interacted with both Mike (the owner) and with one of his technicians, and have been very satisfied with the level of customer care I've received. I will use them in the future for our heating & A/C needs.
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Mitsubishi Install
Roots
Broken Pipe
Repaired Pipe
Water Heater

+6

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
Cape Fear Air Conditioning and Heating Company, Inc.
4.5(
47
)
Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"FIVE STARS to Cape Fear Air, Plumbing, and Electrical of Raleigh for their responsiveness and superior job installing a new Trane HVAC system in our home during the peak of the heat wave in July. Unfortunately, our 17-year-old Trane died during this period of record-breaking heat indexes. Josh Pitts, Cape Fear Project Manager, quickly and professionally responded with the right equipment at a fair price with an excellent install team. The installers, JJ and Spencer, did a SUPERIOR job removing the old equipment and installing the new system. The City of Raleigh inspector was very impressed and pleased with the top-notch quality of Cape Fear's installation (I accompanied him on the outside and inside inspection). I highly recommend Cape Fear Air, Plumbing, and Electrical of Raleigh."
Response time12 hrs
164 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Thermo Direct, Inc.
Thermo Direct, Inc.
4.4(
352
)
Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service. They came in and assessed the issue and provided options for the replacement of our gaspack. The company was knowledgeable on each option and answered all of our questions. Prior to install we had a walkthrough to double check they had all the parts for the new gaspack, and completed the install of the new device in less time than anticipated the following day."
Daikin Unit
Install in Raleigh
Install in Raleigh
Ductwork Install in Raleigh
Install in Raleigh

+34

Response time6 hrs
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for Plumbing Partners LLC
Plumbing Partners LLC
5.0(
16
)
Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, explained things as they went along, even came back in two days to help me re-light the pilot light on my new gas water heater so I would know what to do."
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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