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Dr Drain Plumbing

5209 Woods End Rd
4.78(
405
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Approved Pro

Dr Drain Plumbing

5209 Woods End Rd
4.78(
405
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 local quotes requested

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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Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing

9400 Ransdell Rd
4.78(
639
)
Approved Pro

Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing

9400 Ransdell Rd
4.78(
639
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
900 local quotes requested

Cape Fear Air Conditioning, Heating, & Electric Inc. is an air conditioning, heating, plumbing and electrical 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.

"Excellent! Technicians were very professional, knowledgeable and completed work quickly! A+ Experience!"

Kevin L on September 2025

Cape Fear Air Conditioning, Heating, & Electric Inc. is an air conditioning, heating, plumbing and electrical 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.

"Excellent! Technicians were very professional, knowledgeable and completed work quickly! A+ Experience!"

Kevin L on September 2025


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Air Experts Heating & Cooling

7 Rupert Rd
4.71(
3,265
)
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Air Experts Heating & Cooling

7 Rupert Rd
4.71(
3,265
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
226 local quotes requested

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.

"Excellent and professional folks. Very courteous"

Guruprasad H on March 2025

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.

"Excellent and professional folks. Very courteous"

Guruprasad H on March 2025


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Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric

8810 Westgate Park Dr
4.66(
122
)
Approved Pro

Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric

8810 Westgate Park Dr
4.66(
122
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
468 local quotes requested
74 years of experience

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


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Alexander Services

128 Thomas Mill Rd
4.78(
36
)
Approved Pro

Alexander Services

128 Thomas Mill Rd
4.78(
36
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
126 local quotes requested

Winner of the WRAL Voters' Choice Award 4 years in a row, Alexander Services provides Commercial and Residential Heating, Air Conditioning and Electrical Installation, Repair and Service. We offer Same-Day Service, Exact-Time appointments and are open 7 days a week.

"The technician came on time. Checked my facility very well, very professional to explain what he saw and thought. Very good attitude too. Thank you!"

Susumu K on May 2025

Winner of the WRAL Voters' Choice Award 4 years in a row, Alexander Services provides Commercial and Residential Heating, Air Conditioning and Electrical Installation, Repair and Service. We offer Same-Day Service, Exact-Time appointments and are open 7 days a week.

"The technician came on time. Checked my facility very well, very professional to explain what he saw and thought. Very good attitude too. Thank you!"

Susumu K on May 2025


"Ryan Smith of optimal plumbing did a fantastic job!! I can not express enough how happy I am with the work he and his helper did. I am so glad I hired optimal plumbing for this job. I will always hire optimal plumbing for all my plumbing needs and will recomend them to anybody else."

Dale W on April 2024

Locally, family owned and operated plumbing company that believes in doing the right thing 100% of the time. Customer satisfaction is the most important thing to us.

"Ryan Smith of optimal plumbing did a fantastic job!! I can not express enough how happy I am with the work he and his helper did. I am so glad I hired optimal plumbing for this job. I will always hire optimal plumbing for all my plumbing needs and will recomend them to anybody else."

Dale W on April 2024


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Thermo Direct Inc.

4901 Trademark Dr
4.52(
184
)
Approved Pro

Thermo Direct Inc.

4901 Trademark Dr
4.52(
184
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
233 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

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 sent Joe Ginn to my home to replace my kitchen faucet! Joe did a FANTASTIC JOB!! He was kind, courteous, respectful and very professional!! He listened to my concerns and answered my questions. Joe is a blessing as well as a great asset to your company!"

Jerry M on September 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 sent Joe Ginn to my home to replace my kitchen faucet! Joe did a FANTASTIC JOB!! He was kind, courteous, respectful and very professional!! He listened to my concerns and answered my questions. Joe is a blessing as well as a great asset to your company!"

Jerry M on September 2025


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Out The Door Plumbing

517 Pylon Dr
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro

Out The Door Plumbing

517 Pylon Dr
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
53 local quotes requested

When you need the best, reliable sewer, water, drain and plumbing specialists in the Raleigh Area, call Out The Door Plumbing. Out The Door Plumbing specializes in sewer and water line repairs and excavations, drain cleaning, water heaters, toilets, and all of your service plumbing needs. If you are experiencing main sewer line backup issues or water leaks in your yard, Out The Door Plumbing has you covered. We also offer rainwater drainage systems, sewer camera video inspections, water line leak repairs, sewer line repairs, leak detection, pipe tracing, and HOT water hydro-jetting. We offer preventative maintenance & cleaning options. Out The Door Plumbing is your reliable plumber near you and provides quality service at a fair price. Call 919-777-4383 or find us at OutTheDoorPlumbing.com!

"Awesome company to work with. Very fast response to an emergency situation."

Eric B on November 2023

When you need the best, reliable sewer, water, drain and plumbing specialists in the Raleigh Area, call Out The Door Plumbing. Out The Door Plumbing specializes in sewer and water line repairs and excavations, drain cleaning, water heaters, toilets, and all of your service plumbing needs. If you are experiencing main sewer line backup issues or water leaks in your yard, Out The Door Plumbing has you covered. We also offer rainwater drainage systems, sewer camera video inspections, water line leak repairs, sewer line repairs, leak detection, pipe tracing, and HOT water hydro-jetting. We offer preventative maintenance & cleaning options. Out The Door Plumbing is your reliable plumber near you and provides quality service at a fair price. Call 919-777-4383 or find us at OutTheDoorPlumbing.com!

"Awesome company to work with. Very fast response to an emergency situation."

Eric B on November 2023


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FlowMaxx Plumbing, LLC

1930 Guy Road
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro

FlowMaxx Plumbing, LLC

1930 Guy Road
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 local quotes requested

If you need a plumber in the Harnett, Johnston and Wake County areas, look no further than the professionals at FlowMaxx Plumbing. We specialize in residential, commercial and serve to include water heater repair and replacement, leak detection and repair, toilet and drain issues.

"Great service and fair price"

Ricky A on January 2025

If you need a plumber in the Harnett, Johnston and Wake County areas, look no further than the professionals at FlowMaxx Plumbing. We specialize in residential, commercial and serve to include water heater repair and replacement, leak detection and repair, toilet and drain issues.

"Great service and fair price"

Ricky A on January 2025


STEVE'S PLUMBING

PO BOX 209
4.73(
37
)
Approved Pro

STEVE'S PLUMBING

PO BOX 209
4.73(
37
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
20 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Steve’s Plumbing was started in 1988 after many years of experience before that as a professional plumber. We have the experience to tackle any problem. We treat our customers how we would like to be treated. We are on time, and take great pride in our work. We are owner operated and I do a lot of the work myself. Our customers are our greatest asset. We personally answer the phone and will return all messages. We provide fast efficient service.

"Steve has been to my house twice and has been incredibly professional, kind, and clean both times. The first time, there was a leaking bathtub in my 2nd floor bathroom and although he had to cut the ceiling in the living room, he identified the problem and fixed it quickly and cleanly. He came the second time to my house to address a non-working kitchen sink garbage disposal and did it on the day I was moving! I couldn't have been more grateful for his services that day!"

Jolie D on May 2020

Steve’s Plumbing was started in 1988 after many years of experience before that as a professional plumber. We have the experience to tackle any problem. We treat our customers how we would like to be treated. We are on time, and take great pride in our work. We are owner operated and I do a lot of the work myself. Our customers are our greatest asset. We personally answer the phone and will return all messages. We provide fast efficient service.

"Steve has been to my house twice and has been incredibly professional, kind, and clean both times. The first time, there was a leaking bathtub in my 2nd floor bathroom and although he had to cut the ceiling in the living room, he identified the problem and fixed it quickly and cleanly. He came the second time to my house to address a non-working kitchen sink garbage disposal and did it on the day I was moving! I couldn't have been more grateful for his services that day!"

Jolie D on May 2020

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

A thermocouple is a pretty simple device. It simply tells the control valve if heat is present. Most water heaters can use a universal thermocouple, provided it's the correct length. Getting one that's long enough for your appliance is crucial for success. However, some water heater models require model-specific thermocouples, which is why it's essential to take your existing one to the store to find the right match.

If your system is not vented properly, you could experience what’s called backdrafting. Backdrafting is when your ventilation system isn’t working as it should, and instead of releasing gases outside, they get trapped inside your home. 

Gas and propane water heaters create a few types of combustion gases, but the most dangerous is carbon monoxide. If there’s too much build-up of these gases inside your home, it can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

The cost to replace a water heater depends on the type you choose (tank versus tankless) and the fuel type. You can expect to pay anywhere from $880 to $1,780 for a one-to-one replacement. If you’re switching from one type or energy source to another, labor costs will rise significantly for the extra amount of work. 

The average cost to replace a water heater is $1,325. How much your replacement heater costs depends on the type, size, and complexity of installation. Gas and electric heaters may cost a similar amount out of pocket, but one type may cost more to operate than the other, depending on the cost of utilities in your area.

When replacing an old unit, you might want to switch from a gas water heater to an electric water heater or vice versa. To do this, you will likely need to add infrastructure to the area. For example, you likely don’t have a gas line that served your old electric water heater. You’d have to call a plumber to put in a new gas line. If you’re replacing a gas unit with an electric one, the plumber will need to safely cap the old gas line. You will then need an electrician to add wiring for the new electric unit.

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