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Avatar for Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
9400 Ransdell Rd
4.78(
638
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Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
9400 Ransdell Rd
4.78(
638
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
703 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.

"What an amazing experience Cape Fear Air Electric and Plumbing was fast, friendly, and very professional!!!! I highly recommend CFAEP!!!"

Faye S on March 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.

"What an amazing experience Cape Fear Air Electric and Plumbing was fast, friendly, and very professional!!!! I highly recommend CFAEP!!!"

Faye S on March 2025


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All American Electric
Danieley Way
5.00(
7
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All American Electric
Danieley Way
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
45 local quotes requested

All American Electric is a veteran owned and operated Residential, Commercial, and Industrial electrical service provider. No job is too big or too small, we pride ourselves on giving the customer what they want, when they want it. Whether it be changing a light fixture or doing a whole house electrical remodel, we have you covered.

"Dustin was timely, and efficient. The work was exceptional. Very happy with finished product!"

Liz O on February 2025

All American Electric is a veteran owned and operated Residential, Commercial, and Industrial electrical service provider. No job is too big or too small, we pride ourselves on giving the customer what they want, when they want it. Whether it be changing a light fixture or doing a whole house electrical remodel, we have you covered.

"Dustin was timely, and efficient. The work was exceptional. Very happy with finished product!"

Liz O on February 2025


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Streamline Services, Inc
6521 MT HERMAN RD
4.71(
712
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Streamline Services, Inc
6521 MT HERMAN RD
4.71(
712
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
129 local quotes requested
24 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.

"My prior water heater, a 50-gallon tank, started leaking after 15 years. I called Streamline to confirm that it needed replacement, and to replace it. I was considering a tankless water heater already, and the first tech walked me through the pros and cons, then wrote up an estimate. Two additional techs came the next day to install the heater and the necessary gas and power lines. The only issue I had was that one of the newly installed gas fittings leaked gas into the basement. I shut off the supply valve and called Streamline, and they came out within half an hour to fix it at their expense. Mistakes happen, and I was impressed with how professionally they corrected that one."

Patrick R on April 2019

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.

"My prior water heater, a 50-gallon tank, started leaking after 15 years. I called Streamline to confirm that it needed replacement, and to replace it. I was considering a tankless water heater already, and the first tech walked me through the pros and cons, then wrote up an estimate. Two additional techs came the next day to install the heater and the necessary gas and power lines. The only issue I had was that one of the newly installed gas fittings leaked gas into the basement. I shut off the supply valve and called Streamline, and they came out within half an hour to fix it at their expense. Mistakes happen, and I was impressed with how professionally they corrected that one."

Patrick R on April 2019


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Barriet Electric
5 Bunkhouse Ct
4.67(
12
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Barriet Electric
5 Bunkhouse Ct
4.67(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
86 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work.As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Barriet electric did a great job with installing two new outlets in our basement. The team arrived on-time, completed the work as expected and notified me as they made progress. After seeing their initial work, I asked them to complete another task while they were here, which the did a great job on as well."

Wesley M on August 2024

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work.As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Barriet electric did a great job with installing two new outlets in our basement. The team arrived on-time, completed the work as expected and notified me as they made progress. After seeing their initial work, I asked them to complete another task while they were here, which the did a great job on as well."

Wesley M on August 2024


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NuBlue Electric
133-2 Missy Byrd Dr
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
NuBlue Electric
133-2 Missy Byrd Dr
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
115 local quotes requested

Experience the Nu Blue Collar with NuBlue Electric Plumbing & Air! Now serving all of the Fayetteville-Sandhill region's electrical needs. Our team of EXPERTS specialize electrical repairs and installations such as EV Chargers, electrical panel upgrades and installation, whole home generators, electrical fixture installation and much more. Have an Electrical OR Plumbing OR Air issue? We can help with that! Call NuBlue today - one call, you get it all! See our website for coupons and savings.

"Fast and easily done"

Joseph S on October 2024

Experience the Nu Blue Collar with NuBlue Electric Plumbing & Air! Now serving all of the Fayetteville-Sandhill region's electrical needs. Our team of EXPERTS specialize electrical repairs and installations such as EV Chargers, electrical panel upgrades and installation, whole home generators, electrical fixture installation and much more. Have an Electrical OR Plumbing OR Air issue? We can help with that! Call NuBlue today - one call, you get it all! See our website for coupons and savings.

"Fast and easily done"

Joseph S on October 2024


Mr. Electric of Chapel Hill
112 Perkins Dr Ste 100
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Approved Pro
Mr. Electric of Chapel Hill
112 Perkins Dr Ste 100
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Approved Pro
37 local quotes requested
31 years of experience

Need an electrician in Orange County to help you cut down costs on your next electricity bill? Let Mr. Electric of Chapel Hill help you reach your goals. Whether its installing, repairing or upgrading, Mr. Electric has a solution for your Chapel Hill and Carrboro area homes and businesses. With around the clock availability, our team offers several services that could benefit not only your home or business, but also the environment. Whether it’s for safety and security or specialty lighting for the holiday season, Mr. Electric can assist you with your every need.

Need an electrician in Orange County to help you cut down costs on your next electricity bill? Let Mr. Electric of Chapel Hill help you reach your goals. Whether its installing, repairing or upgrading, Mr. Electric has a solution for your Chapel Hill and Carrboro area homes and businesses. With around the clock availability, our team offers several services that could benefit not only your home or business, but also the environment. Whether it’s for safety and security or specialty lighting for the holiday season, Mr. Electric can assist you with your every need.


Burnett Electrical Contracting LLC
3003 Kanewood Dr
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Burnett Electrical Contracting LLC
3003 Kanewood Dr
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

We are 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.

"He was very efficient, knowledgeable, and responsive and really cared about doing a good job. I would not hesitate to call his company again."

Georgette D on July 2024

We are 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.

"He was very efficient, knowledgeable, and responsive and really cared about doing a good job. I would not hesitate to call his company again."

Georgette D on July 2024


JW ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS - INC.
7620 REAMS CT
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
JW ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS - INC.
7620 REAMS CT
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 years of experience

We offer over 30 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring and panel upgrades and a variety of other jobs. We’re committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on & look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Highly satisfied with everything!!"

Jeffrey C on July 2024

We offer over 30 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring and panel upgrades and a variety of other jobs. We’re committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on & look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Highly satisfied with everything!!"

Jeffrey C on July 2024


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CMC Electric
128 Airport Industrial Dr
4.68(
476
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Approved Pro
CMC Electric
128 Airport Industrial Dr
4.68(
476
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
138 local quotes requested

CMC Electric has served the Electrical & Generator needs of residents and businesses in the Triangle area and beyond since 2006... Our full list of services include everything from minor fixes to major renovations and installations. That means we're ready to handle all your needs, no matter how simple or complex. We believe you won't find a more capable team of technicians anywhere around. From a blown fuse to a faulty outlet or a new addition to your home, you can count on CMC Electric for any type of electrical work as well as generator installations and maintenance.

"Good service and finished in a timely manner"

Patrick C on April 2025

CMC Electric has served the Electrical & Generator needs of residents and businesses in the Triangle area and beyond since 2006... Our full list of services include everything from minor fixes to major renovations and installations. That means we're ready to handle all your needs, no matter how simple or complex. We believe you won't find a more capable team of technicians anywhere around. From a blown fuse to a faulty outlet or a new addition to your home, you can count on CMC Electric for any type of electrical work as well as generator installations and maintenance.

"Good service and finished in a timely manner"

Patrick C on April 2025


Avatar for Mr. Electric of Chapel Hill
Mr. Electric of Chapel Hill
112 Perkins Dr Ste 100
4.27(
11
)
Approved Pro
Mr. Electric of Chapel Hill
112 Perkins Dr Ste 100
4.27(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
60 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

Need an electrician in Orange County to help you cut down costs on your next electricity bill? Let Mr. Electric of Chapel Hill help you reach your goals. Whether its installing, repairing or upgrading, Mr. Electric has a solution for your Chapel Hill and Carrboro area homes and businesses. With around the clock availability, our team offers several services that could benefit not only your home or business, but also the environment. Whether it’s for safety and security or specialty lighting for the holiday season, Mr. Electric can assist you with your every need.

"Same day service. Good experience with tech."

james W on August 2024

Need an electrician in Orange County to help you cut down costs on your next electricity bill? Let Mr. Electric of Chapel Hill help you reach your goals. Whether its installing, repairing or upgrading, Mr. Electric has a solution for your Chapel Hill and Carrboro area homes and businesses. With around the clock availability, our team offers several services that could benefit not only your home or business, but also the environment. Whether it’s for safety and security or specialty lighting for the holiday season, Mr. Electric can assist you with your every need.

"Same day service. Good experience with tech."

james W on August 2024

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Generator installations FAQs

Installing a whole-house generator costs about $5,000 on average. Prices range from $1,550 to $8,500, depending on size, brand, fuel type, and assembly. The size of your whole-house generator is the most significant cost factor, with large homes with high energy demands costing the most to power. Types of whole-home generators include:

  • Portable generators with 1kW–7.5kW capacity: $500–$2,000

  • Partial generators with 9kW–20kW capacity: $2,000–$6,300

  • Whole-house generators with 22kW–48kW: $5,000–$18,000

When maintained properly, a whole-house generator can last up to 20 years. Costs to maintain and repair generators vary by location and type of generator, but you can expect to pay about $150 to $300 per year for annual generator maintenance checks. An experienced generator service technician will inspect your generator’s engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels to keep your generator in good working condition for as long as possible.

When choosing the right size generator for your needs, consider a few items to help calculate the wattage you’ll need. Start by determining which household items and appliances you want to power, and then add the wattages together. Check out the wattage of these essential appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 watts

Running home appliances like these requires a partial or whole-house generator. A portable generator may be enough to power your home if you only plan to keep a refrigerator and freezer running. 

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

The value of installing a whole-house generator is that your home has guaranteed power, even if the power grid in your area is down. Whether a whole-house generator is worth installing in your home depends on how often you use it, your home’s location, and your lifestyle. For example, installing a whole-house generator is likely worth it if you:

  • Experience frequent or prolonged power outages

  • Work from home

  • Store a lot of cold food

  • Have a sump pump

  • Have a pump for well water

  • Use electronic medical devices

  • Live in a climate requiring heating or cooling

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