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Kings Heating and Air
5.0(
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Serving Altoona, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

King's Heating & Air Inc provides residential and commercial HVAC repair, installation and preventative maintenance services including AC, heating, duct work, indoor air quality and thermostats to Gainesville, FL, and the surrounding areas. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

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Response time11 hrs
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Corman and Sons Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Altoona, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They tried to keep my old PVC pipes installed. They installed the return upside down. They didn't wire correctly. 

I was told by another company I was sold a unit full of features I didn't need."
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+4

Response time12 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Aurora Air Inc
4.6(
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Serving Altoona, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tech came out. Went through from obvious faults and worked way up. Ended up getting drain line flushed and then replacing the blower motor. Now AC is going better then ever. Took much longer then anticipated but only because they were trying every cause and effect. Even had owner come out and eventually found the right combo to fix. Was not charged for visit itself or diagnostic time, which was expected but still nice to have to haggle about at end of it all. Have used them since bought home a few years back and would still recommend to this day."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
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Serving Altoona, FL 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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Mark Hurm & Co LLC
4.9(
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Serving Altoona, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Excellent experience in every way. The tech was at my home within a half-hour of the appointment time. He was clean, courteous, and thorough in his evaluation and in his explanation to me about what happened. He also showed me how I can clear the pipe myself should it back up again to save me the cost of another house visit.
When this drain had clogged before, another company had cleared the pipe for almost $200 and tried to scare me into buying their semi-annual tune-up package because, as their tech said, and quot;this will definitely happen again.and quot; Hurm cleared the pipe for less than $100 and, when I asked if they had a semi-annual service I could buy, the tech said, and quot;you don't need to waste your money. Your system is in excellent condition. Just call us for an annual check-up each spring and you'll be fine.and quot;
When a friend's a/c stopped working and he couldn't get anyone to come to his house any sooner than 2 days out, I suggested that he call Hurm, based on my good experience. Not only was Hurm there within a few hours, they fixed the problem for less than another company had quoted.
Overall, they are an honest and professionally managed company. They won't do unnecessary work to drive up your bill. I highly recommend them.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Best Choice AC Duct Cleaning
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Serving Altoona, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"We're a couple living in a multi-unit condo building and identified possible issues with mold in the air ducts. Our landlord called Best Choice to assess and remedy the situation. Eric and Matt came out and identified what was going on, investigated the likely causes, provided a range of options, and executed exactly what they said they would do. They wound up cleaning the ducts with a sanitizing gas and installing a UV light at the AC intake to prevent future outbreaks. They were always professional, punctual, and all-around considerate. They were clear about environmental factors such as noise and scent, so we knew what to expect at every step. They were very conscientious of the current COVID situation, and, upon request, were always wearing a mask and distancing themselves as best as possible. Before leaving, they provided a clear outlook for what to expect as the dead mold spores exited the ducts. Best Choice came out on 08 June; it's currently 13 June, and exactly what Eric and Matt told us to expect is exactly what happened. They were also explicit on how to safely handle the UV light. The UV light hardware---for which Eric provided a range of options and our landlord went with an upper-end one---was a large percentage of the cost. Otherwise, Best Choice charged on a per-vent basis; we have six vents and one AC intake. Concerning price negotiation and communications to arrange appointments, we cannot comment directly, as we're renting, and the landlord did these things. However, based on how the actual service went for us, we have no concerns if we ever need to contact them directly. If we ever own in Central Florida and have issues with mold or air ducts, we're going with these guys!"
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Central Air Service
4.6(
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Serving Altoona, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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Emergency services offered

"It went wonderful, the worker did a great job, said that my central air should last about 20yrs or so, my whole house spelled great. He cleaned everything!!! Very nice and polite gentlemen, thank you again."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Witty Innova Solutions
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Serving Altoona, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We are WITTY INNOVA SOLUTIONS LLC, "the best friend of your project..." a Licensed and Insured Florida Certified General Contractor Company (CGC1535711) Our area of expertise lies in transforming even the most exclusive, distinctive, complex and challenging customer requirements and needs into possible and achievable outcomes; Our primary focus is on promptly and effectively incorporating the desired alterations into our clients' projects; Our goal is to materialize your envisioned innovations, we are committed to furnishing you with the finest solutions to ensure that your requirements are met and your requests become a reality.\n\nMaterialize wittily your envisioned innovations with the finest solutions.\n\nHABLAMOS ESPAÑOL.

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Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Mike Harper's AC and A Picture Perfect Kitchen and Bath
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Serving Altoona, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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"When 3 other companies looked at my AC unit they told me it needs to be replaced. The cost of repairing it would be just about the same because my unit uses R22 freon AC tech's refer to it as liquid gold. Mike came out and said it's getting close to needing replacement but not today with a simple fix. I asked about the R22 cost and he explained it to me that some companies just take advantage of it to sell you a new system. Mike repaired my AC for $3000.00 dollars less then my other lowest quote. Why use Mike Harper AC: Mike is not an hourly employee he is the owner he does the inspection and the work. When he doesn't do the work he goes around and checks what his employees did to make sure what they did meets his standards. In my opinion finding Mike Harper AC was like finding a needle in a hay stack."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Altoona, FL

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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