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Hill Mechanical Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Atlas, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Zach Hill and his assistant completed the installation of my new furnace and central air conditioner system quickly, cleanly and efficiently. They hauled away the old equipment. The system works great, no surprises or problems! I highly recommend Hill Mechanical for your HVAC needs."
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Response time2 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Edwards Mechanical LLC
4.6(
20
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Serving Atlas, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a great job. Went right to work and followed up to make sure everything was alright. Very happy with their install. Not to mention was a large home and had central air installed. Very professional"
Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Atlas, MI 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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All Services Home Repairs LLC
4.7(
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Serving Atlas, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was so hot in my house, my tile floors were sweating went my A/C just died. Fan was working, but no cooling. The service tech from All Services came out same day, the tech was completely professional (and was wearing a mask), and within 20 minutes, the A/C was spewing out buckets of nice, cool, air! He also checked my unit and topped off the freon. Excellent."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Atlas, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"New installation went well. I was a little upset that only 50% was covered being that the unit was 19 years old. I'm sure that parts for something that old would be hard to find. Replacement was recommended."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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RAM Residential Specialists Inc
3.8(
234
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Serving Atlas, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Based upon the information that was included with the package, we didn't feel we got our money's worth.  The package was supposed to include some basic repairs, none of which were noted or performed.  However, when we had the roof replaced  less than six months later, the roof vent stacks flashing were all worn.  That should have been noted when we had the inspection done.
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
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Serving Atlas, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"We have a home warranty so if anything goes wrong they repair it. We pay a yearly fee and we can call them and pay a service fee and they repair or replace it.

You have a number of covered services like your plumbing, your electrical, your refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, washer dryer.

They're very responsive to you call and it doesn't take long to get help, the help you need to get your whatever repaired done."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
D and T Heating & Cooling
4.3(
7
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Serving Atlas, MI and surrounding areas

"I recommend D&T Heating and Cooling to anyone in need of heating or cooling repairs, installation and services. Not only have they been professional and courteous from beginning to end but they offer the best prices around and ever take advantage of a client in desperate need of repairs. They act quickly and are very punctual. D&T always takes the time to show you the problem, explaining all possible solutions and will do everything they can to keep your old furnace running safely - they DO NOT attempt to sell you a new system when they know there are years of life left in what you currently have. D&T Heating and Cooling provides top notch service at affordable prices. They have earned my business for life."
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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MTS Construction
4.0(
45
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Serving Atlas, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Servicing residential clients since 2018 with Remodeling and General home improvement projects. Dedicated to get the job done right the first time and provide you with a reliable company. Give us a call today for your home project needs!

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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Atlas, MI

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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