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Avatar for Masters Interior Carpentry
Masters Interior Carpentry
5.00(
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Masters Interior Carpentry
5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
948 local quotes requested

Finishing projects done right, the first time. Carpentry is my passion, but I can do anything from fences to interior detail work! Our mission is to be a handyman that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Very professional, on time, responded quickly, reasonable rates, informative about services, work completed quickly. Did a great job, will use again in future for projects needed. 😊"

Suzie K on December 2024

Finishing projects done right, the first time. Carpentry is my passion, but I can do anything from fences to interior detail work! Our mission is to be a handyman that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Very professional, on time, responded quickly, reasonable rates, informative about services, work completed quickly. Did a great job, will use again in future for projects needed. 😊"

Suzie K on December 2024


HRK remodeling
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HRK remodeling
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
578 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a general contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime once you see our quality work. We're passionate about delivering an exceptional experience. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"wonderful, wonderful, wonderful"

patricia B on June 2024

Our mission is to be a general contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime once you see our quality work. We're passionate about delivering an exceptional experience. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"wonderful, wonderful, wonderful"

patricia B on June 2024


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Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling - Anderson
3423 Columbus Ave
4.72(
18
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Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling - Anderson
3423 Columbus Ave
4.72(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
223 local quotes requested

As a family-owned and operated business, we have proudly served our loyal Indianapolis customers since 2011. Backed by more than 40 years of hands-on industry experience, we are well versed in all areas of plumbing, indoor air, heating, and cooling. In fact, our licensed and insured Indianapolis plumbing and HVAC technicians always stay on the cutting-edge of industry advancements.

"Yes they got it cleared up."

Amanda S on April 2023

As a family-owned and operated business, we have proudly served our loyal Indianapolis customers since 2011. Backed by more than 40 years of hands-on industry experience, we are well versed in all areas of plumbing, indoor air, heating, and cooling. In fact, our licensed and insured Indianapolis plumbing and HVAC technicians always stay on the cutting-edge of industry advancements.

"Yes they got it cleared up."

Amanda S on April 2023


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DJ Home Services, LLC
502 S Main St
4.53(
15
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DJ Home Services, LLC
502 S Main St
4.53(
15
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Customers say: Quick response
801 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

DJ Home Services is a truly full-service residential remodeling contractor. We perform all trades minus HVAC. Our customers enjoy the convenience of not having to shop for and sift through quotes trades to fulfill their needs.

"Very well and professional"

Peter R on March 2025

DJ Home Services is a truly full-service residential remodeling contractor. We perform all trades minus HVAC. Our customers enjoy the convenience of not having to shop for and sift through quotes trades to fulfill their needs.

"Very well and professional"

Peter R on March 2025


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Aaron's Air
5.00(
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Aaron's Air
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
755 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of heating and cooling services, installs, repairs, maintenance, and more! 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!

"He was out the same day to address the issues at hand. He was thorough and honest. When scheduling for insulation, he made it for the next business day. In addition, he inspected thoroughly and explained everything at a non-expert level understanding for me. He also created an individualized plan, explaining rationale and pricing, to fit my family best. He is safe, knowledgeable, and efficient. would recommend!"

Joanna S on February 2025

We specialize in all phases of heating and cooling services, installs, repairs, maintenance, and more! 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!

"He was out the same day to address the issues at hand. He was thorough and honest. When scheduling for insulation, he made it for the next business day. In addition, he inspected thoroughly and explained everything at a non-expert level understanding for me. He also created an individualized plan, explaining rationale and pricing, to fit my family best. He is safe, knowledgeable, and efficient. would recommend!"

Joanna S on February 2025


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Holder Handyman Service
3.93(
15
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Holder Handyman Service
3.93(
15
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Customers say: Quick response
1364 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

With over 15 years of experience, Holder Handyman Service is committed to excellence 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. Call us my number is an Indianapolis number locally owned and operated

"Mr. Holder came to the house and gave me a quote for my project. We scheduled a time and date for him to start the project, but he never showed up. I called him but didn't hear back for several days. He finally called me back, and we rescheduled. He didn't show up again and haven't heard from him in weeks so I hired someone else."

Robert H on October 2023

With over 15 years of experience, Holder Handyman Service is committed to excellence 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. Call us my number is an Indianapolis number locally owned and operated

"Mr. Holder came to the house and gave me a quote for my project. We scheduled a time and date for him to start the project, but he never showed up. I called him but didn't hear back for several days. He finally called me back, and we rescheduled. He didn't show up again and haven't heard from him in weeks so I hired someone else."

Robert H on October 2023


Your Handyman-Jeff Ashcraft
P.O. Box 241135
4.88(
260
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Your Handyman-Jeff Ashcraft
P.O. Box 241135
4.88(
260
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
501 local quotes requested

Your Handyman - Jeff Ashcraft is an award-winning home services business in Indianapolis. We specialize in handyman services and are here to meet all your handyman needs. Contact us today!

"Jeff and Robert did a great job. Very courteous and friendly! Would definitely hire again for other projects. Told him he would be hearing from me again."

Andrea M on March 2025

Your Handyman - Jeff Ashcraft is an award-winning home services business in Indianapolis. We specialize in handyman services and are here to meet all your handyman needs. Contact us today!

"Jeff and Robert did a great job. Very courteous and friendly! Would definitely hire again for other projects. Told him he would be hearing from me again."

Andrea M on March 2025


Avatar for CJS Heating and Air Kokomo
CJS Heating and Air Kokomo
4108 Cartwright Dr.
4.45(
47
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CJS Heating and Air Kokomo
4108 Cartwright Dr.
4.45(
47
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
214 local quotes requested
31 years of experience

CJS Heating & Air has been in business for 20+ years and is dedicated to serving our customers with the highest level of respect. It is our goal to make sure that every customer is 100% satisfied with the work and service that is provided. We want to leave every home knowing that our customers are happy with the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning products and services they received. CJS has highly trained and certified HVAC heating technicians. All of our technicians go through a very rigorous drug, and background check as well as intense continuing education classes. This gives our customers the peace of mind in knowing that they have the absolute safest and best team in their home. During the 2007, 2008, and 2009 season C J S was presented with the President's Award. Only a very select few companies around the world ever receive this award. It shows that C J S is dedicated to customer service. We want to go that extra mile to ensure that you have the very best when it comes to your home comfort. In choosing C J S Heating & Air you are choosing a company that has your very best interest in mind. You get safe, knowledgeable, dependable trustworthy technicians that stand behind their work because they are proud of what they do. With C J S you get nothing but the best. And remember, "Night or Day….We're A Call Away!!" We are there when you need us. No matter what time of day or night it is. So put your trust in us because our mission is to make your experience with C J S the best you've ever had..

"Super professional and detailed explaining everything that was going on. Giving all options to get fixed and recommendations to improve! Will be our new go too!"

Robby F on December 2023

CJS Heating & Air has been in business for 20+ years and is dedicated to serving our customers with the highest level of respect. It is our goal to make sure that every customer is 100% satisfied with the work and service that is provided. We want to leave every home knowing that our customers are happy with the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning products and services they received. CJS has highly trained and certified HVAC heating technicians. All of our technicians go through a very rigorous drug, and background check as well as intense continuing education classes. This gives our customers the peace of mind in knowing that they have the absolute safest and best team in their home. During the 2007, 2008, and 2009 season C J S was presented with the President's Award. Only a very select few companies around the world ever receive this award. It shows that C J S is dedicated to customer service. We want to go that extra mile to ensure that you have the very best when it comes to your home comfort. In choosing C J S Heating & Air you are choosing a company that has your very best interest in mind. You get safe, knowledgeable, dependable trustworthy technicians that stand behind their work because they are proud of what they do. With C J S you get nothing but the best. And remember, "Night or Day….We're A Call Away!!" We are there when you need us. No matter what time of day or night it is. So put your trust in us because our mission is to make your experience with C J S the best you've ever had..

"Super professional and detailed explaining everything that was going on. Giving all options to get fixed and recommendations to improve! Will be our new go too!"

Robby F on December 2023


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Air Care Heating & Cooling
9535 E 10th Street
5.00(
16
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Air Care Heating & Cooling
9535 E 10th Street
5.00(
16
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
420 local quotes requested

HVAC Service, Repair, and Installation for both Residential and Commercial Properties. Serving all of Indianapolis and surrounding counties for over 25 years.

"We had a great experience with Steve and his team. He's responsive, and performs estimates and installations himself. Great price. Easy to work with. Nicely done."

TIMOTHY T on May 2019

HVAC Service, Repair, and Installation for both Residential and Commercial Properties. Serving all of Indianapolis and surrounding counties for over 25 years.

"We had a great experience with Steve and his team. He's responsive, and performs estimates and installations himself. Great price. Easy to work with. Nicely done."

TIMOTHY T on May 2019


Avatar for Roy Rogers Heating and Air LLC
Roy Rogers Heating and Air LLC
5460 Victory Drive
4.89(
53
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Roy Rogers Heating and Air LLC
5460 Victory Drive
4.89(
53
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
810 local quotes requested

Welcome to Roy Rogers Heating & Air! Roy, a senior service technician and a certified specialist in heat pumps, air conditioning, gas furnaces, and indoor air quality. After spending the last 20 years working with large corporations in the field and developing his own expertise, Roy felt as though the only way to continue providing an exemplary level of customer service was to open his own business. As of February 2011, Roy partnered with his son Dustin who is also the vice president of Roy Rogers Heating & Air and developed the business. Available 24/7 with no additional charge for emergency services. Trust, honor, quality, and honesty are the core values that drive the Roy Rogers team. Now proudly distributing Trane equipment. Now Hiring Service Technicians!!!

"They were great to work with. Highly professional."

Jaci G on March 2023

Welcome to Roy Rogers Heating & Air! Roy, a senior service technician and a certified specialist in heat pumps, air conditioning, gas furnaces, and indoor air quality. After spending the last 20 years working with large corporations in the field and developing his own expertise, Roy felt as though the only way to continue providing an exemplary level of customer service was to open his own business. As of February 2011, Roy partnered with his son Dustin who is also the vice president of Roy Rogers Heating & Air and developed the business. Available 24/7 with no additional charge for emergency services. Trust, honor, quality, and honesty are the core values that drive the Roy Rogers team. Now proudly distributing Trane equipment. Now Hiring Service Technicians!!!

"They were great to work with. Highly professional."

Jaci G on March 2023

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Swamp cooler installations and replacements FAQs

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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