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A Maynor Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Benson, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Maynor replaced one of our AC units. This installation by Sergio, Austin, and Marcus was done quickly, efficiently, and professionally. I highly recommend Maynor for their service."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Aznag Pro Heating & Cooling LLC
5.0(
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Serving Benson, NC and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I’m the owner of Aznag Pro Heating & Cooling LLC, a licensed and insured HVAC company serving Raleigh and the Triangle. I specialize in residential service, diagnostics, and installations, and I focus on reliable repairs, clear communication, and high-quality work.

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The Water Specialist Inc
4.8(
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Serving Benson, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I am now a fan of The Water Specialist. I am a property manager and one of my tenants complained that the grinder pump siren was continually going off. I called several places who either never called me back or couldn't come out right away. It was a weekend and I spoke with Ryan at The Water Specialist who was so incredibly helpful. We were calling/texting back and forth throughout the day and he was trying to get someone out right away to pump the well. It took a little too long for me to get a hold of the owner and I missed the opportunity so we used another vendor to pump the well. But I got an estimate to replace the grinder pump from both vendors and I was happy that The Water Specialist came in just a bit lower so we went ahead and had them replace it that week. I really wanted to give them the business since Ryan spent so much time helping me for free. He continued to stay in communication with me throughout the process and I was able to keep the owner and tenants updated and happy. I called them again today to help with another property and they were very friendly and responsive. Highly recommended!"
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Carolina Comfort Air Inc - Fayetteville
4.8(
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Serving Benson, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The technician, Aaron Wise, was wonderful. He was prompt and professional. The communication from their office needs improvement. I was not informed of when the part was in or when the AC unit could be repaired. I had to call and check on the status of things. We were without our AC unit for over two weeks during the heat wave (July 18 - August 3, date it was repaired). Our house is a new build and the unit is still under warranty."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Enhanced Heating Cooling
4.6(
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Serving Benson, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After 3 weeks of living with no air conditioning, and a leaky ceiling, during which time I had 5 technicians (3 from one company that doesn't even have an option to leave a voicemail after 5pm!) attempt (and fail) to fix the problem, I finally had to get a new system. 



I sincerely hope you don't need to replace your AC system any time soon, but just in case you do, I highly recommend  Alpine Heating and Air.  Their telephone number is: 919-404-1717.  They went above and beyond customer service, and addressed my concerns, explained answers to my questions in detail re: energy efficiency, payment, warranty, etc., and did exactly what they said they would do re: installing on time.  I have a 10 year warranty for parts and labor and a lifetime warranty for the compressor.  If it breaks (the outside unit), they will replace the entire thing.



A week after my system was installed, the unimaginable happened, and my ceiling was leaking again!!!   I couldn't believe it!!!  I called them - this was on a Sunday evening at around 8:00pm - and they told me that they would send someone over right away, and they did.  I told them that this was unacceptable, and that I expected them to replace it w/a new system.  They assured me that they would do that if necessary. Fortunately, the issue wasn't the system, but the pipe in front of it, which the technician replaced.  I was still in shock that my brand new system had leaked, and I asked him to open the panel in front of the system to ensure that everything was OK.  He went back out to his truck and got his tools and it was fine.



The next morning, Alpine called me and apologized for what happened, and offered to have my ceiling fixed.  I was very surprised, and I told them that I wanted to give full disclosure, and that although it had leaked because of the pipe, I told them that I had previous damage from my other AC, but they said it was OK and that they wanted to make things right, so they sent someone to repair it (no charge to me). "
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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CMC Service Experts
4.6(
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Serving Benson, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Chase & Eric were incredible! They installed a Generac entire home generator. Their speed, quality of work, and professionalism were incredible. They patiently explained how everything worked. They went above and beyond. I highly recommend CMC and their team."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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ABS Heating & Cooling Services
4.6(
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Serving Benson, NC and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We originally scheduled an appointment with ABS to come on a Wednesday in July, but they had to reschedule due to conflicting jobs -- we didn't mind much because we know it is the busiest time of year for AC service. We rescheduled for the following Monday. Adam and his trainee were very courteous, explained everything to me and seemed thorough, and even wore shoe covers when in the house. They showed me the readings on our compressors and how to tell if they were operating below capacity, and after testing them, we decided to replace them as well. Overall, the job was quick, but we are glad we were able to have them come out and give our old AC unit a good cleaning and replace the needed parts."
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Yellow Dot Heating & Air Conditioning
4.5(
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Serving Benson, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Technician (Moe) was professional and prompt throughout the process.  Moe diagnosed the issue as part of an air conditioning maintenance appointment and returned the following week to install the new evaporator coil.  He was able to quickly and effectively replace the evaporator coil.  Moe provided clear information on the nature of the problem and also let me know that I should look into a class action lawsuit against the manufacturer of the evaporator coil (Lennox) to try to get some of the labor cost refunded.  (the part was covered under warranty)  Although there was an accidental oil spill on the porch concrete in carrying out the old coil, Moe tried various cleansers and worked hard to clean up the spill and was quick to point out the issue to me..  I appreciated his honesty and professionalism.  I would definitely use Yellow Dot again.  


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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Benson, NC

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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