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Durham properties require dependable mechanical services, and Alexander Services delivers exactly that with comprehensive heating, air conditioning, and plumbing solutions across the Bull City.

We offer same-day service throughout Durham neighborhoods including downtown, Southpoint, Woodcroft, Hope Valley, Research Triangle Park, and surrounding communities.


Whether you’re experiencing heating system failures, air conditioning breakdowns, burst pipes, or water heater emergencies, our experienced technicians respond with the urgency and professionalism that Durham residents expect.

We understand the critical importance of functioning HVAC and plumbing systems to your comfort and safety, which is why we emphasize rapid response, clear pricing, and skilled workmanship that stands the test of time for homeowners and commercial clients across Durham.

Durham NC Heating, Cooling & Plumbing Solutions
for Your Home or Business

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Durham, NC: A Historic City with a Modern Edge

Located just west of Raleigh, Durham, North Carolina is a vibrant city known for its rich history, world-class universities, and thriving food and arts scenes. Once a hub of the tobacco industry, Durham has reinvented itself as a center for innovation, research, and culture, earning a spot on numerous “best places to live” lists.

Living in Durham

Residents of Durham enjoy a blend of historic charm and modern convenience. The revitalized American Tobacco Campus houses restaurants, breweries, and performance spaces, while the historic Brightleaf District offers boutique shopping and nightlife. Durham’s neighborhoods range from tree-lined historic districts to contemporary mixed-use developments, giving newcomers and longtime residents alike plenty of housing choices.

Durham Permit Process

In Durham, building, trade, and zoning approvals are managed jointly through the City-County Inspections Department. The permitting process exists to ensure that all construction and regulated work complies with North Carolina’s building codes as well as local land-use and safety standards.

Plans are reviewed for compliance before work begins, and inspections take place during key stages of a project. This system helps maintain the quality, safety, and long-term value of Durham’s homes and businesses while supporting the city’s steady growth and revitalization efforts.

City-County Inspections Department
101 City Hall Plaza
Durham, NC 27701
Phone: (919) 560-4144

Durham Inspections Office & Contact Info

  • The Durham City-County Inspections Department / Building & Safety handles permits, plan review, and inspections across Durham. (Durham, NC)
  • Address: 101 City Hall Plaza, Ground Floor, Durham, NC 27701 (Durham, NC)
  • Phone: (919) 560-4144 (Durham, NC)
  • Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Durham, NC)

Services & Responsibilities

Durham’s inspections and building department provides:

  • Permits & plan review for building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical work (Durham, NC)
  • Inspections of ongoing construction to ensure compliance with the NC State Building Code, local zoning, and safety standards (Durham, NC)
  • Issuance of Certificates of Compliance (or completion) once work passes final inspection (Durham, NC)
  • Fire-code related permit and inspections via the County’s Fire Prevention & Life Safety division for properties in Durham’s jurisdiction (Dconc)
  • Environmental health inspections (for restaurants, daycare, lodging, etc.) through Durham County’s Public Health / Environmental Health offices (dcopublichealth.org)

How to Get a Permit & Schedule Inspections

Here’s a simplified flow for how permits and inspections work in Durham:

  1. Apply for a permit
    Submit your application via the Land Development Office (LDO) portal (or in person at the inspections office), including plans, required documentation, fees. (Durham, NC)
  2. Plan review
    The department reviews submitted plans (e.g. cross-connection plans, structural plans) for compliance. For example, cross-connection plan reviews must be completed within eight business days once the application and fee are submitted. (Durham, NC)
  3. Permit issued
    Once the review is approved and fees are paid, a permit is granted.
  4. Schedule inspections
    During construction, you request inspections at each stage (foundation, framing, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, etc.). Inspections are scheduled through the LDO portal. (Dconc)
  5. Inspection & reinspection
    Inspectors come to verify work meets code. If work fails, corrections must be made and a reinspection requested.
  6. Final approval / Certificate of Compliance
    After all required inspections pass, the project is closed out with official compliance certification.

Be In The Know About Durham NC

Cities We Serve

Alexander Services provides Heating, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Plumbing Services in the Greater Raleigh Area and surrounding areas. Offering both Commercial and Residential Services, we provide emergency services and are open 7 days a week to provide you quick, award-winning same-day service.

Serving All of Durham
and The Greater Triangle Areas

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