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Avatar for Carter HVAC Services, LLC
Carter HVAC Services, LLC
1318 Cagle Loop Road
5.00(
4
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Carter HVAC Services, LLC
1318 Cagle Loop Road
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

Carter HVAC Services, LLC is locally owned and operated in Seagrove, North Carolina. Lee Carter is a well trained HVAC Technician. He started out in the field in 2005. After gaining more knowledge and experience with HVAC systems and services, he decided to start his own Heating & Air Conditioning business in 2013. He is licensed and insured for residential and commercial jobs. "Price is what you pay Value is what you get" Warren Buffet

"They were very professional and very knowledgeable about the project that they were hired to do. I would most definitely connect CARTER HVAC SERVICE for any future projects."

Wanda B on October 2021

Carter HVAC Services, LLC is locally owned and operated in Seagrove, North Carolina. Lee Carter is a well trained HVAC Technician. He started out in the field in 2005. After gaining more knowledge and experience with HVAC systems and services, he decided to start his own Heating & Air Conditioning business in 2013. He is licensed and insured for residential and commercial jobs. "Price is what you pay Value is what you get" Warren Buffet

"They were very professional and very knowledgeable about the project that they were hired to do. I would most definitely connect CARTER HVAC SERVICE for any future projects."

Wanda B on October 2021


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Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric, Corp.
4514 Bragg Boulevard
4.71(
258
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Approved Pro
Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric, Corp.
4514 Bragg Boulevard
4.71(
258
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
64 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!

"This is a response to a review that I did a couple of months ago. Even though I was upset with the service that I got from one of the text who I would call vindictive I wanted to the office that next morning, and I asked for a manager, and I got Mr. Curtis, and Mr. Curtis told me that he would come out to the house and he would bring a check with him and his name was Travis. And when I tell you that Mr. Curtis made me feel like he was a superman like he could just change everything and he , as a manager went up underneath my house to check and see if there was anything wrong the unit to see if there was anything wrong in it Iâ ll say Travis and also the inside of the house. And again I say, Mr. Curtis, Iâ ll give you a 10 for everything that you did , you change my mind about the way I felt about the service tech at Blantons and sometimes it takes just one to renew your faith and a thing even though my faith is in God but faith and people and I thank you for everything that you did Blantons truly has a jewel and Mr. Curtis and Travis too because heâ s good in his right But I think you not to say that I donâ t have a problem with the unit, but Iâ m satisfied. And thatâ s what Blantons says that theyâ ll do. Theyâ ll satisfy the customer again. I think you, Mr. Curtis you have my vote you Mr. Curtis did right by me thank you so much."

Kathy M on November 2024

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!

"This is a response to a review that I did a couple of months ago. Even though I was upset with the service that I got from one of the text who I would call vindictive I wanted to the office that next morning, and I asked for a manager, and I got Mr. Curtis, and Mr. Curtis told me that he would come out to the house and he would bring a check with him and his name was Travis. And when I tell you that Mr. Curtis made me feel like he was a superman like he could just change everything and he , as a manager went up underneath my house to check and see if there was anything wrong the unit to see if there was anything wrong in it Iâ ll say Travis and also the inside of the house. And again I say, Mr. Curtis, Iâ ll give you a 10 for everything that you did , you change my mind about the way I felt about the service tech at Blantons and sometimes it takes just one to renew your faith and a thing even though my faith is in God but faith and people and I thank you for everything that you did Blantons truly has a jewel and Mr. Curtis and Travis too because heâ s good in his right But I think you not to say that I donâ t have a problem with the unit, but Iâ m satisfied. And thatâ s what Blantons says that theyâ ll do. Theyâ ll satisfy the customer again. I think you, Mr. Curtis you have my vote you Mr. Curtis did right by me thank you so much."

Kathy M on November 2024


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One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
11780 McColl Road
4.35(
31
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One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
11780 McColl Road
4.35(
31
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
72 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning "Always on time or you don't pay a dime!" We look forward to helping with all your HVAC needs. Call us today - serving the Carolinas since 1953 from our Laurinburg and Fayetteville locations!

"Awesome!!!"

Shatika H on April 2023

One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning "Always on time or you don't pay a dime!" We look forward to helping with all your HVAC needs. Call us today - serving the Carolinas since 1953 from our Laurinburg and Fayetteville locations!

"Awesome!!!"

Shatika H on April 2023


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DM Home Improvements
5.00(
22
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Approved Pro
DM Home Improvements
5.00(
22
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
152 local quotes requested

Specializing in home repair/remodel/renovations Painting drywall windows doors flooring siding decks With 20yrs of experience, Satisfaction is priority. Quality work done efficiently.

"Great very wonderful"

Michael R on April 2025

Specializing in home repair/remodel/renovations Painting drywall windows doors flooring siding decks With 20yrs of experience, Satisfaction is priority. Quality work done efficiently.

"Great very wonderful"

Michael R on April 2025


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Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
9400 Ransdell Rd
4.78(
638
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Approved Pro
Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
9400 Ransdell Rd
4.78(
638
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
2512 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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Expert Enhancements
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Expert Enhancements
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1210 local quotes requested

Our mission is to provide each and every customer with a personalized experience. 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. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent service from beginning to end"

Evelyn D on December 2024

Our mission is to provide each and every customer with a personalized experience. 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. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent service from beginning to end"

Evelyn D on December 2024


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Bohandy
4.83(
6
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Bohandy
4.83(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

I been in business for over 20 years.I can do just about everything in home improvement.I do electrical, plumbing,heating,and Capentry.I retired military and love to help people get things done.My prices are very reasonable mainly because I do need as much to make ends meet I get a retirement check every month.

"Bobby is very professional, responsible, and trustworthy individual. He is my permanent go-to person in Fayetteville, NC."

Nevil N on January 2025

I been in business for over 20 years.I can do just about everything in home improvement.I do electrical, plumbing,heating,and Capentry.I retired military and love to help people get things done.My prices are very reasonable mainly because I do need as much to make ends meet I get a retirement check every month.

"Bobby is very professional, responsible, and trustworthy individual. He is my permanent go-to person in Fayetteville, NC."

Nevil N on January 2025


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JT Design Works
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
JT Design Works
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
616 local quotes requested

Hello, I am a furniture maker that has skills that reach beyond the shop. While designing and creating beautiful furniture is my mainstay, I also preform handyman duties as well, mostly ranging in finish carpentry, installation of fixtures, as well as general around the house upgrades and repairs. With skills and interest in how things work I have learned the necessary skills to be a jack-of-all-trades. As a handyman I do not stray outside of my knowledge base just to earn a dollar. I've been helping people fix and maintain their homes for years before I began doing it professionally. Let me help you, too. Whether you just need some pictures hung on the wall, an old table leg to stop squeaking, or a brand new dining room table design and built, I am here to help you accomplish your goals! With an eye for detail and design, an education in design and a love for crafting beautiful objects, I have cultivated the skills to help design and build custom pieces that anyone would be happy to have in their home!

"Jarod is the best. We have used him on multiple occasions. There doesn't seem to be anything that he can't do… Installation, repair, production.... I will continue to call Jarod time after time after time."

Kevin Spear � on September 2024

Hello, I am a furniture maker that has skills that reach beyond the shop. While designing and creating beautiful furniture is my mainstay, I also preform handyman duties as well, mostly ranging in finish carpentry, installation of fixtures, as well as general around the house upgrades and repairs. With skills and interest in how things work I have learned the necessary skills to be a jack-of-all-trades. As a handyman I do not stray outside of my knowledge base just to earn a dollar. I've been helping people fix and maintain their homes for years before I began doing it professionally. Let me help you, too. Whether you just need some pictures hung on the wall, an old table leg to stop squeaking, or a brand new dining room table design and built, I am here to help you accomplish your goals! With an eye for detail and design, an education in design and a love for crafting beautiful objects, I have cultivated the skills to help design and build custom pieces that anyone would be happy to have in their home!

"Jarod is the best. We have used him on multiple occasions. There doesn't seem to be anything that he can't do… Installation, repair, production.... I will continue to call Jarod time after time after time."

Kevin Spear � on September 2024


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C&K Homeflips
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
C&K Homeflips
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
878 local quotes requested

Choose C&K Homeflips! With 10+ years of experience, we offer a wide span of handyman services. We provide quality honest workmanship and excellent customer service to ensure your home is well-maintained and fully functional. We can handle electrical repairs, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and more, No Job Too Big Or Small! We have a good working relationship with each client to understand their needs and preferences. Our Commitment to our customers satisfaction means A LOT. Psalm 112:5 "It is well with the man who deals generously and lends; who conducts his affairs with justice."

"Highly recommend! Great service and attention to detail."

Robert E on August 2023

Choose C&K Homeflips! With 10+ years of experience, we offer a wide span of handyman services. We provide quality honest workmanship and excellent customer service to ensure your home is well-maintained and fully functional. We can handle electrical repairs, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and more, No Job Too Big Or Small! We have a good working relationship with each client to understand their needs and preferences. Our Commitment to our customers satisfaction means A LOT. Psalm 112:5 "It is well with the man who deals generously and lends; who conducts his affairs with justice."

"Highly recommend! Great service and attention to detail."

Robert E on August 2023


Avatar for Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric
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
2131 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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Central a/c installations FAQs

If you’re replacing an old AC system with a new unit, you can usually clean and repair the old ductwork without having to conduct a full replacement. Cleaning HVAC ducts typically costs around $400, while repairs range from $200 to $1,000. In contrast, installing new ductwork can range from $1,000 to $5,000, making it far more costly than cleaning or fixing existing ducts. HVAC installation costs an average of $7,000 to replace a full system, so staying on top of maintenance and repairs is important.

AC cost efficiency depends on the size of your space and your long-term plans for your home. If you only need to cool a small area, a portable AC unit has a low upfront cost. Heat pumps are typically the most cost-effective option if you want to cool an entire home or improve the resale value. They provide strong cooling while being energy-efficient, which saves you money on your utility bills compared to most other AC types.

Installing a central AC unit typically takes four to eight hours if your home already has ductwork in place. However, if new ductwork needs to be installed, this can add another one to two days of labor to your project.

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