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Adams Heating & Cooling Inc
4.7(
230
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professionally handled. Guys were on time. Old water heater was drained and removed. New water heater replaced quickly. House was left clean and in order when installation was completed."
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+23

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Always Faithful Heating and Cooling
5.0(
5
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"I can’t speak highly enough about the owner. Fair prices and friendly service. I will recommending him to all my friends and family."
Combination boiler with 4 zones
Combination boiler with 4 zones
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+10

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Ferrell first connected his computer to my computer via internet and worked for quite a few hours trying to determine what exactly was wrong. The next day he continued working from his computer for several hours. He determined he would have to have my desktop tower to complete the repair. He and my son met in Huntsville to exchange the tower. He then cleaned up a lot of what was wrong and reloaded Windows 10. He deleted the D: drive which had way too much memory allotted to it. The tower was returned and I plugged it all back together and it is working better than it did when I first purchased it. I would use him again and I recommend him highly to anyone needing computer updating and/or repair. His work is warrantied and he is very personable, knowledgeable, and helpful."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Ohms Electrical Services
4.6(
183
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called and he came right away even though he has a very busy business. Their service was fantastic! The owner, Omar, is very professional, thorough, and takes a lot a pride in his work. He is knowledgeable, conscientious, and his work is very reliable. He will take the time to explain why certain ways are better or cheaper. His assistance also does a great job and they never cut corners. The price is reasonable and fair."
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Service Panel with Transfer Switch
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Trade Masters
4.8(
19
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Spencer and his crew totally transformed my stinky, wet, horrible crawlspace into a fully sealed, dry, clean area of my house. It was one place I absolutly hated to go in, and now it is a joy to be able to access it anytime I need to! Do not hesitate to call Global Dwelling to fix up the problem areas of your house, I'm glad I did!!"
Crawlspace - Schenectady
You can see that we've insulated and air sealed the rim joists in this picture in addition to the B2B paneling.
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Crawlspace - Schenectady
Basement Pre-Finishing - New Paltz

+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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X-Treme Construction
4.7(
16
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall the job went well with a few minor problems easily fixed. After replacing the hot water tank, I found a leak in on of the joints. I contacted Mike and he was quick to come back and fix the problem."
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+7

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Air Scrubbers Air Duct Cleaning LLC
3.9(
332
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It worked out okay, except that I would have anticipated, the cost just gets more. They always find those things, so it starts at $99 and end up spending $300 or $400. People tell me they always find mold inside your air duct, so they have to put a chemical. They call it a total cleaning as opposed to the regular cleaning which I paid for. What they did seemed to have worked. I have suspicions about when they find other things. "
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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WTPI Service
4.5(
47
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went well. The new unit generates more than enough heat for that area. Very satisfied with his work. This is the third time I have used WTPI. When I purchased this house the furnace was not working (we knew this), They installed a new furnace and a separate hot water unit, all natural gas. We had a water problem in the cellar, the furnace was ok but the electronic control for the water heater was damaged. They replaced this within hours. Have always had a good experience with this company."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Albany, NY

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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