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Chestatee Heating And Air
5.0(
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Chestatee Heating And Air is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Henson Mechanical Inc DBA One Hour Air & Ben Franklin Plumbing
4.6(
136
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Andy, the certified plumber from Henson Mechanical HVAC & plumbing, was very punctual. I was told to expect a plumber between 8 am until noon, and Andy came at 9:30 am. He was very friendly and got right to work installing a new 40 gallon water heater. The job only took him about two hours. After he completed the work, he showed me how to re-light the pilot light if it ever goes out and explained what he replaced. He also, free of charge, helped me remove an old cartridge from the shower in my master bathroom since my shower had been dripping. I had already bought the new cartridge at a big box store, and he was happy to install it for me. There were no other "catches" to the deal for the new water heater I bought through Angie's List, for which I was very glad. I would highly recommend Henson Mechanical HVAC & Plumbing and would call them again for any plumbing needs.
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Mr Clean Drain Plumbing Inc
4.9(
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After a pipe burst a couple weeks ago we decided it was high time to replace the defective polyurethane pipe. Justin and crew came highly recommended. They were able to start the job quickly and did a fantastic job! They pointed out (this is a rental property now for us and we are not there often) the washing machine hose was old and frail - they took care of that too....love this kind of eye for detail!"
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Dust Mite Magic Duct Cleaning
4.1(
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Martin went above and beyond by giving me a crash course on my heating and air units functionality. He wanted to be sure that I understood the basics, so that I would not be ripped off by unscrupelous repair men. I was dold (by a different AC guy) that he needed to replace my unit, but Martin showed me why that was not the case. I REALLY appreciated that!"
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Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Alliance Home Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He got to carwash and got on roof and of course I bought the wrong size. So he just got 12 bushings for all six check valves. Got it done in about little over two hours counting checking for leaks. Will always call jason"
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Giles Residential Services
5.0(
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. The product I needed installed was defective and Andrew went above and beyond to help get replacement parts from the manufacturer and followed up until the job was completed. I was very happy with the quality of work and professionalism and will request his services again in the future."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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P.G.F Logistics LLC
5.0(
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We love long distance trips and satisfying our customers in every way possible! “Have faith and call PGF for your moving and hauling needs!” 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 our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

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I still can’t believe PGF moved this guy in the rain!
That smile warmed my heart and let me know I take care of my customers in every way!
Everything was new and we took extra special care with this job
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+15

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Air Duct Pro
3.5(
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were alright.  I was expecting a filtration pull out and they just stuck a hose up and knocked everything loose and sucked it with a regular vacuum cleaner.  They were in and out not too long and they cleaned up after themselves.  They were okay.  There was nothing more that I could ask for that price.  They did not offer or asked for anything more than the Big Deal price."
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Athens, GA

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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