Your Neighbors For Honest HVAC & Electrical Service
Fuquay Varina is home, and we've been taking care of our neighbors' heating, cooling, and electrical needs since 2005. We know the challenges local homeowners face, from air conditioners working overtime during summer heat to electrical systems that need upgrades as families grow. Our team handles everything from AC repairs and furnace installations to panel upgrades and outlet work, always with the straightforward service and fair pricing you deserve.
When something breaks down, or you're planning home improvements, you need someone you can count on. Our technicians arrive with fully stocked trucks, proper licensing, and the experience to get your HVAC or electrical job done right the first time. We'll tell you exactly what's wrong, what it costs to fix, and we'll never push services you don't need. Give us a call at 919-887-8284 .
Recent Jobs and Reviews in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Customers say: The reviews for Dawson's Electric & Air reflect an overwhelmingly positive sentiment. Customers consistently praise the company's service technicians for being professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and thorough in their work. There is a strong recurring theme of appreciation for clear communication, with many reviewers highlighting how well technicians explained the work being performed and provided helpful information about their electrical or HVAC systems. Customers frequently mention feeling confident in the quality of service received and express trust in the company. The reviews emphasize the efficiency and competence of the technicians, with many noting that problems were diagnosed accurately and resolved effectively. Several customers indicate they would recommend the company to others or plan to use their services again in the future. Overall, the sentiment is decidedly positive, with customers valuing the combination of technical expertise and excellent customer service.
Our Local Reviews by City
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- Bunnlevel, NC (1)
- Cary, NC (53)
- Chapel Hill, NC (20)
- Clayton, NC (1)
- Durham, NC (14)
- Fuquay-Varina, NC (184)
- Garner, NC (15)
- Godwin, NC (1)
- Holly Springs, NC (82)
- Lillington, NC (17)
- Middle Creek, NC (3)
- Middle Creek Township, NC (1)
- Moncure, NC (1)
- Morrisville, NC (3)
- New Hill, NC (1)
- Panther Branch, NC (2)
- Pittsboro, NC (6)
- Pleasant Grove, NC (2)
- Raleigh, NC (86)
- Wake Forest, NC (3)
- Wendell, NC (2)
- Willow Spring, NC (3)
Job Locations and Reviews
Performed site assessment for installation of front porch light and security camera on 1984 residence. Inspected existing electrical panel to determine available capacity and documented current meter configuration to ensure proper connections for new installations.
Responded to service call regarding six non-functional flood lights on exterior of residence. Upon inspection, confirmed multiple exterior security lights not operating properly, including roof-mounted motion sensor fixture. Verified power supply at electrical panel was functional with no issues detected at the meter or main service equipment.
Responded to service call regarding a non-working stove. Upon inspection, determined the issue was with the electrical outlet rather than the appliance. Inspected the main electrical panel, checked voltage at the stove outlet, and identified a faulty circuit breaker causing power disruption. Replaced the defective breaker, restoring proper power supply to the stove outlet and confirming full functionality of the new appliance.
Diagnosed and repaired a non-functioning garage outlet that had caused treadmill and garage door opener failures. Testing with GFCI tester revealed a faulty outlet; replaced with new grounded receptacle and verified proper operation of both the treadmill and garage door opener.
Conducted system replacement estimate for 10-year-old HVAC system requiring repairs. Inspected existing Honeywell thermostat installation and documented current wiring configuration. Client was advised of recommended replacement options based on assessment findings.
Inspected zoned HVAC system with reported upstairs thermostat failure that had tripped breaker and produced electrical odor. Diagnostic examination revealed severe electrical damage with charred and melted components in the zone control module, consistent with an electrical short circuit that caused localized burning and wire damage. Recommended complete replacement of the zone control board to restore proper system functionality.
Great service, as usual
Responded to service call for tripping GFCI affecting tankless water heater, internet connection, and garage freezer. Inspected electrical panel and identified circuit issue causing the GFCI to trip. Resolved problem by properly separating circuits and ensuring the newly installed tankless water heater was correctly wired to prevent overloading the GFCI protection.
Inspected electrical disconnect box serving water heater that was being improperly used as a junction box. Verified homeowner's concern regarding code violation after recent water heater installation. Observed water damage on exterior siding near utility connections and documented condition of electrical connections and mounting hardware for repair planning.
Performed scheduled heating and air maintenance on 2016 HVAC system, completing comprehensive 80-point inspection. Service included cleaning outdoor coils, burner cleaning, gas pressure adjustments, and safety inspections. Electrical testing confirmed proper amperage draw of 5.5 Amps AC as verified with Fluke 374 FC True RMS clamp meter.
Great guy , professional work , explained everything.
Responded to service call regarding a loose junction box in bathroom. Inspected electrical panels A and B, confirming proper circuit connections. Secured the loose receptacle box and reinstalled the outlet, ensuring proper mounting and electrical safety to meet requirements for home sale.
Conducted return visit to evaluate previously installed surge protection system following a microwave-related electrical incident that had caused nine circuits to fail. Inspected electrical panel connections, focusing on terminal blocks and circuit breakers to verify proper installation and functionality of surge protection components. Documented current wiring configuration with photos for service records.
Responded to service call for non-functioning outlets in sunroom. Inspected 200A Siemens electrical panel, which showed intact breaker connections with black and pink wiring. Diagnosed and reset tripped GFCI outlet, restoring power to all affected outlets in the sunroom.
Responded to service call to replace four smoke detectors in residence built in 2007. Successfully removed outdated units and installed new smoke detectors throughout the home. Verified all units were properly functioning before completing the job.
Completed commercial electrical installation for previously quoted wiring box project. Installed new conduit and electrical connections to aging air compressor system, securing all components to weathered exterior wall. Properly terminated wiring and verified system operation following installation.
Performed comprehensive tune-up on 2015 HVAC unit. Conducted diagnostic testing with digital equipment on system components, noting proper operation of the heat exchanger and associated copper connections. Identified significant mold/mildew accumulation in ductwork area requiring attention; recommended professional cleaning to address potential indoor air quality concerns.
Successfully replaced defective flame sensor and blower motor in residential HVAC system. Disassembled air handler unit, removed faulty components, and installed new parts with proper electrical connections. System tested and confirmed to be operating correctly after completion.
Completed comprehensive kitchen electrical rough-in, including tracing and disconnecting unused wiring, installing splice boxes in attic as needed, and removing existing fixtures. Extended circuits with new boxes to meet code requirements for kitchen countertops, microwave, dishwasher/disposal, island receptacles, and installed new wiring for kitchen recessed lighting, sink lighting, dining table lighting, and island pendants. Successfully installed a new four-wire range circuit.
Completed PTAC unit installation with customer-provided equipment. Inspected electrical sub-panel to ensure proper circuit configuration and verified heat exchanger/condenser coil integrity (unit serial #2406G15902, model #PZH09K3SC) prior to final installation and testing.
Performed scheduled preventative maintenance on a 2022 Lennox ML14XC1-042 HVAC system, including complete 80-point inspection. Cleaned outdoor coils and burner assembly, adjusted gas pressures as needed, and verified proper amperage draw of 1.18A during operation. All safety inspections were completed with no issues identified.
Completed installation of outdoor GFCI outlet for customer's gazebo by adding a dedicated circuit with trenching. Inspected main panel to determine available capacity, installed GFCI breaker, and ran appropriate wiring through trench to gazebo location to power customer's smoker and accessories.
Responded to service call for front porch light replacement and flood light bulb installation. Upon inspection, discovered significant corrosion on electrical components in the main panel, particularly around Siemens device mounting points. Replaced chandelier fixture on front porch, replaced flood light bulb, and documented electrical panel condition with labeled circuit breakers for future reference.
Inspected 10-year-old PTAC unit (unit #89+1) that was not producing heat. Discovered significant deterioration and corrosion on internal components, including visible holes and damage to the chassis panel. Performed electrical inspection of the circuit breaker panel to verify power supply, finding no electrical issues at the source.
Performed comprehensive 32-point electrical system evaluation including torque verification and connection inspection of main electrical panel. Tested all GFCI outlets and Arc Fault breakers for proper functionality, confirming the FirstSurge protection system is operating correctly with green indicator illuminated. Completed smoke and CO2 detector maintenance with battery replacement and functional testing.
Performed comprehensive 80-point HVAC preventative maintenance on 12-year-old unit, including cleaning of severely dust-impacted outdoor coils, burner cleaning, and gas pressure adjustments. Electrical connections were inspected, revealing bundled wiring at terminal connections that required attention during the safety inspection portion of the maintenance service.
Conducted 32-point electrical system evaluation on 2013 home, including electrical panel maintenance with proper torquing of connections. Performed safety testing of GFCI/Shock protection outlets/breakers and Arc Fault/Fire protection breakers, confirming all components functioning correctly.
Thomas and his crew worked so hard in the cold, for 2 days! They were very professional and had very good manners.
Very professional, helpful, and trustworthy. I’d definitely like him as my technician when I call again.
Tim was great. He came and got the job done quick and efficiently, arrived on time and was very honest about what work was necessary, and just seemed like a great guy.
Jonathan and Zach went above and beyond with our projects.
Great service
Great service
Tim and Zack from Dawson’s Electric were very knowledgeable on setting up outdoor floodlight and security cameras as well as whole home surge protectors. They were able walk me through step by step and showed how they laid and routed hard wires in my attic. Would highly recommend this team and Dawson’s Electric
Dawson’s Electric was great! Very professional, easily identifiable, polite, friendly and thorough.
Great professional service
Tim and crew did a great job in a timely and thorough manner.
The service person was outstanding. Knew his trade, and made a couple of suggestions which I appreciated. Would definitely recommend this company, and would use them again.
Jim, Mason and Zac were awesome! Good service, very professional, good quality. Recommended!
Above average cost, great service!
Great service! Very detailed and professional!
Thank you for honoring military with a discount. Jim and Curtis were thorough and polite. A credit to heir employer
Jim and Mason was very professional and completed job in a timely manner.
Your tech, Jim was great
Great knowledgeable service techs who were helpful in explaining everything.
Tim was very professional, on time and up front about cost…would def reach back out for any other projects we might need. Highly recommend.
Impressed, VERY knowledgeable, Explained every step in terms I could understand..they were not in a hurry..replaced outside receptacles/covers..checked main circuit box..checked main power supply..checked HVAC outside..tested all smoke detectors inside..etc.
Very professional and trust worthy which is probably the most important thing
Tim and Zack did a great job with multiple lighting and switch changes in our home. They were efficient and experienced. A pleasure to work with. Happy with results.
Johnathan and Curtis were very professional and explained every step and gave very good service.



