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Avatar for Laury Heating Cooling & Plumbing
Laury Heating Cooling & Plumbing
4.8(
184
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1945

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician rinsed filters and cleaned the AC unit. He checked a part on the unit with a meter which indicated that the part powering the fan (Run Cap?)was receiving only half the required energy needed to operate properly, meaning the part was failing and needed replaced ( the part was covered by the warranty because we have a maintenance agreement) So happy Eric knows his job and is good at diagnostics. He retrieved and installed the new part. Crisis averted thanks to Eric H!!"
High efficiency Carrier condenser.
High efficiency Carrier Infinity gas furnace with variable speed blower.
High efficiency Carrier gas furnace and Trion Air Bear filter.
High efficiency Carrier heat pump installation.
Ductwork installation.

+13

Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mathis-Salfi Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC
4.4(
7
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a small, family owned business that focuses on customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves on giving personalized solutions to fit each customer's specific needs. We find solutions by thinking "outside the box" and getting the job done, the right way - the first time. We offer service agreements to keep your system running at factory performance and extend the life of the system. Give us a call today and "Get Comfortable With Us!"

Response time8 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Sooo....first, Jim is a very nice guy.  However, Jim now works in Nashville during the week and is only home to the Huntsville area on the weekends.
My first impression of him was that he was awesome.  My computer system had crashed because I pulled the plug during a thunder storm before the computer fully shut down which resulted in the computer hanging up.  Jim took my call while in Tennessee and suggested how to fix the system.  For this I am very grateful.

What happened next was I had him come and check my computer to make sure everything was working properly.  He came to my house and spent an hour tweaking it (basically running various checks on the system), for which I paid him $50.  He suggested that my laptop would work much better if I had Windows 7 and increased my RAM up to 4 GB.  He said he could install it for me for (including the RAM) for about $160.  We met the following weekend for the handoff and he loaded Window 7.  When I received the call it was ready, the bill was $227.50.  I was surprised that is was $70 more than quoted, but paid it anyways.  When I asked about the RAM, he mentioned he did not upgrade the RAM and this would be another $60.  I was a little discouraged at that point since I felt like I was being taken advantage of, but the guy is relatively nice, so I said to go ahead and order the RAM.  He did so and the following weekend was supposed to install it.  Due to some personal things in his life, he wasn't able to install it, so I picked it up since I had to go out of town and could use the IT guy at my new location to install it for me.  When we went to install the RAM, the system wouldn't let us do it since my particular type of laptop can only take 2GB of RAM max.  If Jim had gone to the crucial.com website (where he bought my RAM) and entered my computer system on it, it would have told him the max amount of RAM that could be installed on that unit.  He did not do that.  He is supposed to refund my $60 this next weekend.

I think if Jim wasn't burning the candle at both ends by having a job in Tennessee during the week and trying to run this business on the weekends, it would've been a better experience.  Perhaps taking a few extra minutes to SLOW DOWN and write out an estimate of everything he would need for the job including the prices would ensure people know up front how much the repair would/should cost so they can budget accordingly.  I think if he had taken that approach, it might've been a better experience.  So now I am stuck with a laptop that runs slower because Windows 7 uses more memory and a laptop that can't be upgraded to more RAM.  Basically, the last step which cost me almost $300 was not necessary.  If you need something simple done like coming back from a system crash, he would be okay to use.  Otherwise, for the bigger jobs, I recommend he provide a written estimate with the items he plans to do.

UPDATE:  After posting this review, I received a number of text messages from Jim commenting on the bad review.  I understand he is upset, but harassing someone about a review is not a good way to go.  My review was honest and not meant to be mean, but to let those that use Angie's list get what they pay for...an honest review of someone's experience."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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GS Mechanical
5.0(
14
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Gold Standard is a prompt and reliable service business specializing in heat, hot water, air conditioning and plumbing. We deliver a thorough evaluation and give custom options to each potential customer. We never perform any work until it is chosen and authorized. Pricing is always upfront and guaranteed. We have over 15 years experience in the HVAC and plumbing industry and strive to stay on the cutting edge of technology.

Wall mounted and space saving
Tankless water heater
Whole home electronic air cleaner
Mini split and platform
Pro dehumidifier

+2

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rightway Waterproofing Co
4.4(
236
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Serving Cape May, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The water issue was in a small unfinished corner of the basement after a very heavy rain and only once since we moved in without mold issues- but I decided to get French drains and mold treatment done anyways for the entire basement. Bob gave me a good estimate and then tried matching the lowest estimate I had gotten (his was the second lowest but I decided to go with him). The installation work went smoothly (planning to get the basement refinished soon from one of his contractors who was there for the job so he knows where everything goes back) . Bob Steck was very responsive, funny and thorough. Their team was very professional. Did the work just as promised - no issues with dust and dirt during and after the job). They started and finished on time ( took 2-days). The concrete is almost completely dry and have had one heavy rain so far- we are Very impressed by their work. Highly recommended."
Drilling weep holes
Crawlspace encapsulation
Severe mold problem
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Cape May, NJ 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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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Cape May, NJ

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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