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Aire Serv of Birmingham
4.7(
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Serving Alabaster, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Aire Serv provided excellent service to a 1st Time Home Buyer! The quote was offered in my budget if I agreed to a one year membership of their service. So WHY NOT! My home is over 40 years old and having them service all my HVAC needs for a year will be worth it. Thank you Aire Serv of Birmingham for sending 2 of your professional teammate's Anh Doan (DC) & Mason Johnson (DC) to provide air duct cleaning for my home."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Ontime Service - Electrical, Heating & Cooling, & Plumbing
4.6(
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Serving Alabaster, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We called first thing in the morning because our refrigerator had turned off due to problems with our electrical panel. They worked us in and showed up within the hour to fix the problems. Extremely professional, kind, and knowledgeable. Will definitely use them again in the future for any electrical, a/c, or plumbing needs."
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24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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One Source Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical
4.5(
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Serving Alabaster, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The entire process went smoothly. The plumber that was sent arrived quickly and was pleasant and professional. Very up front with the pricing. He started on the job right away and was finished a lot faster than I expected."
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Alabaster, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jim did a great job. He quickly assessed the problem and then took our unit with him to work on it more. When he got back to us, the fix would have cost more than it was worth. He gave us options for a new or refurbished PC. We felt the refurbished was a good deal and chose that. He came back and set that up and we are very happy with it. He then took a look at my laptop and again took it along. He tuned it up and installed a speed upgrade we wanted. Of course, we paid extra for the new unit and upgrades, but we thought the price was very fair. Jim seemed very knowledgeable and responsive. We will definitely call him again if we need any computer services."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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ETHRIDGE HEATING AND AIR, INC
4.8(
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Serving Alabaster, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I ended up having to replace the older unit. They worked with me to minimize my cost. They were on time, worked hard, communicated with me and cleaned up after themselves. The cost reflected below covers the units replaced, the whole house humidifier, rebuilding some ductwork and adding UV units to control mildew. I highly recommend this company."
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Whether your home or office is too cold or too hot, Ethridge Heating and Air offers the heating, cooling and HVAC services to get you back in your comfort zone quickly and affordable.
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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One Call Roofing
4.6(
144
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Serving Alabaster, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Although the weather was a major factor and also materials ordered, once everything fell into place, the job was done very quickly and professionally. I will continue to use this company for any roofing needs and recommend them to anyone needing any type of roofing repairs or installs."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Coolray Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.3(
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Serving Alabaster, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My installer Samuel was top notch, very detailed, pleasant, answered all my questions. Excellent representative. The only problem I had was miscommunication on their end as I was told available payment options and Samuel was told another. Did not affect installation or quality of work at all."
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Recommended by52%of homeowners
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Covenant Air LLC
4.7(
27
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Serving Alabaster, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Coffee is a hero who risks his health daily to help mitigate dangerous radon problems for strangers who call for help. This is a dangerous job with daily high radon exposure and when I asked, he said he is aware of the risks but gets his health scanned multiple times a year. I called Covenant Air back in December after noticing that my Safety Siren Pro radon detector kept reaching alarm. Mr. Coffee came out and assessed that I could probably fix the problem myself by sealing some obvious cracks, especially around some pipes, and recommended the products so that I can do it cheap DIY. He was obviously not pushy to scare people into signing contracts, but actually tried to dissuade me from hiring him right off on installing sub slab depressurization. Although the DYI route he recommended would've been cheaper, I hired him to performs the job. The sealing did bring the radon level down where my detector's alarm didn't go off, but I wanted to lower it as much as possible. He then recommended a passive ventilation route given my reading. The passive ventilation again slashed the radon level in half, but I wanted the radon level down even further, so I ultimately opted to install the fan after weeks of data collection and analysis. He installed the fan so that I could easily turn it off to save energy based on seasonal variations. He is a very personable and methodical person, and prefers to monitor the progress of his work so that his customers don't hastily incur unnecessary cost. You almost never see someone like that in the service industry, and I cannot recommend him highly enough.
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Alabaster, AL

Swamp coolers are quite energy-efficient, using only 15% to 35% of the electricity that traditional central air conditioning units consume. This can lead to significant savings on your energy bills. However, keep in mind that swamp coolers require water to operate and may not cool your home as effectively in extremely hot or humid conditions. When considering overall efficiency, it is essential to weigh both electricity and water usage, as well as the cooling needs specific to your local climate.

Evaporative coolers only work in dry climates because they cool by moistening the air. If the air is already moist, this will have little to no cooling effect. Central AC is a better choice if you live in a humid climate, such as the Midwest, eastern, or western coastal regions.

To install a swamp cooler on a roof, a local HVAC specialist will first find and cut a spot free of wiring and obstructions. They’ll then install metal bracing, legs, brackets, the ceiling duct register, ductwork, power, and thermostat wires. Once installed, they’ll seal all openings, attach duct connections, and install a thermostat. Before leaving, they’ll run cool water piping to the unit and inspect all the connections.

The cost to repair your swamp cooler ranges from $50 to $600, depending on the issue, whether new parts are needed, and the chosen repair service. Depending on the type of pad your system uses, you will need to change out the pads every one to three years for proper operation. When budgeting for the cost to repair a window unit, expect to pay around $230.

The U.S. Department of Energy states that swamp coolers can cool a single room by five to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. However, this largely depends on the size and installation method of the evaporative cooler. You can only achieve these results in a dry climate, such as the American South, as it’s easier to cool rooms in humid environments with central air.

Swamp cooler water usage varies depending on the size of the unit. Smaller evaporative units may use one gallon per hour, while much larger units could use up to 15 gallons of water per hour. Most homeowners can expect their unit to use between seven and 10 gallons of water per hour of usage.

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