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Last update on April 27, 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 replied quickly and was able to perform the services I required. I would recommend them to anyone that requires the services of a plumber."
Johnathan B on August 2024
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 replied quickly and was able to perform the services I required. I would recommend them to anyone that requires the services of a plumber."
Johnathan B on August 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
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
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
Starting in 2014, Bell Cow Services began to service customers in the Raleigh, Durham, and Fayetteville areas. Whether it's a simple repair, a new system installation, or a comprehensive maintenance package, customers began seeing the benefits of using Bell Cow - premium quality, a clear sense of value, and a level of urgency to meet customers needs in an appropriate timeframe. Since 2014, Bell Cow has added plumbers in it's original Raleigh, Durham, and Fayetteville markets, south western North Carolina and expanded by opening a third branch in Chesapeake, VA to service customers in the Hampton Roads market.
"Too expensive"
India H on March 2025
Starting in 2014, Bell Cow Services began to service customers in the Raleigh, Durham, and Fayetteville areas. Whether it's a simple repair, a new system installation, or a comprehensive maintenance package, customers began seeing the benefits of using Bell Cow - premium quality, a clear sense of value, and a level of urgency to meet customers needs in an appropriate timeframe. Since 2014, Bell Cow has added plumbers in it's original Raleigh, Durham, and Fayetteville markets, south western North Carolina and expanded by opening a third branch in Chesapeake, VA to service customers in the Hampton Roads market.
"Too expensive"
India H on March 2025
William's Plumbing is owner-operated. We've been in business for going on 10 years. We offer anything from emergency plumbing calls like a busted pipe or even rough in a house. No job is to big or to small. We offer competitive prices and stand by our work. We are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
"Fast, good communication. Will definitely use them again."
Michell S on May 2024
William's Plumbing is owner-operated. We've been in business for going on 10 years. We offer anything from emergency plumbing calls like a busted pipe or even rough in a house. No job is to big or to small. We offer competitive prices and stand by our work. We are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
"Fast, good communication. Will definitely use them again."
Michell S on May 2024
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
Here at A's Plumbing Service, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!
"I would highly recommend him! He will be my first call in the future instead of my last!"
Tammy F on February 2023
Here at A's Plumbing Service, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!
"I would highly recommend him! He will be my first call in the future instead of my last!"
Tammy F on February 2023
Welcome to Tim Campbell Plumbing! We are a trusted, recommended, and recognized for our superb service. We are the premier provider of plumbing, heating, and drain cleaning services for residential or commercial locations throughout North Carolina. We are skilled and highly trained professionals ready to service your home or project today!
"He was polite and professional! Communications were clear. His pricing was affordable. And his service fee is included in the cost of the repair vs a service fee and repair charge. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!"
Laura B on April 2025
Welcome to Tim Campbell Plumbing! We are a trusted, recommended, and recognized for our superb service. We are the premier provider of plumbing, heating, and drain cleaning services for residential or commercial locations throughout North Carolina. We are skilled and highly trained professionals ready to service your home or project today!
"He was polite and professional! Communications were clear. His pricing was affordable. And his service fee is included in the cost of the repair vs a service fee and repair charge. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!"
Laura B on April 2025
Bennie Bittle is a family-owned-and-operated plumbing business that offers first-class plumbing services and excavation services for homeowners throughout the greater Clayton NC, and surrounding community. No matter how major or minor your project may be you can always count on us to get the job done right the first time. Contact us today to request an estimate of your next plumbing project. Call us now!
"Bennie was quick to get in touch with us when we called or texted him. He usually answered the phone and what a pleasure to not have to wait on the line for minutes but to be able to talk directly to Bennie. Bennie quoted a estimate and was honest and direct. We also got a quote from a big plumbing site that is nationwide. Bennie's quote was less money. We had Bennie put in a new part for our water heater and could not be happier with his service. My husband and I love to promote small business and Bennie was professional, trustworthy and true to his word. You can tell he has integrity and takes pride in his work. We'll be calling Bennie for all our plumbing needs. Appreciative of his expertise and years of experience."
Thomas S on September 2024
Bennie Bittle is a family-owned-and-operated plumbing business that offers first-class plumbing services and excavation services for homeowners throughout the greater Clayton NC, and surrounding community. No matter how major or minor your project may be you can always count on us to get the job done right the first time. Contact us today to request an estimate of your next plumbing project. Call us now!
"Bennie was quick to get in touch with us when we called or texted him. He usually answered the phone and what a pleasure to not have to wait on the line for minutes but to be able to talk directly to Bennie. Bennie quoted a estimate and was honest and direct. We also got a quote from a big plumbing site that is nationwide. Bennie's quote was less money. We had Bennie put in a new part for our water heater and could not be happier with his service. My husband and I love to promote small business and Bennie was professional, trustworthy and true to his word. You can tell he has integrity and takes pride in his work. We'll be calling Bennie for all our plumbing needs. Appreciative of his expertise and years of experience."
Thomas S on September 2024
The average cost to install a new water heater is around $1,300, but you can expect to pay between $875 and $1,750, depending on the kind of water heater, the size of the unit, and the professional chosen to complete the work. Tankless water heaters can push your price higher, as installation is more complicated, with prices as high as $3,500. The location and accessibility of your water heater will play a role in the project cost, as those sitting in tight spaces like a crawl space will drive up your labor costs.
Tankless water heaters are more expensive than those with a storage tank, but they come with some impressive benefits that most homeowners find worth the higher investment. Most importantly, they provide unlimited hot water, so you’ll never run out like you would with a storage tank. Tankless heaters are also more efficient, so comparing gallon-for-gallon, you’ll spend less on hot water with a tankless heater. Tankless water heaters are also smaller, require less maintenance, and tend to last longer than storage tank water heaters.
It usually takes a professional water heater installer between two and three hours to remove an existing water heater and install a new tank heater. However, it could take four to five hours if they have to work in a small utility closet or another tight area, like a crawl space. Tankless water heaters have a more complicated installation process, so they will take a bit longer. Additionally, a gas water heater requires a connection to a gas line, and that alone can add about an hour to the installation timeline compared to installing an electric water heater.
It is very difficult and dangerous to install your own water heater, so we strongly recommend against tackling this as a DIY project. Not only will you need to wire your water heater, but you’ll also need to connect plumbing to the intake and outlet. Sweating copper pipes and connecting wiring properly are skills most DIYers don’t have, and even if you do feel confident you can do it, working with water and electricity always leaves the potential for electrocution. Hiring a local water heater installer is well worth the investment.
In most municipalities, a license is not mandatory for water heater installation or replacement. However, we strongly recommend hiring a licensed plumber or water heater installer to handle the work. Licensed installers are far less likely to make a mistake during the installation, which means paying for the experience decreases your risk of a leak and other issues. You can use our state licensing tool to find out if a contractor you’re considering in your area holds a plumber’s license.