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Tuck & Howell Plumbing, Heating & Air
4.5(
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Central, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tuck&Howell technicians responded quickly to my call about a non-working home AC. The technician diagnosed a blown compressor and since our system was 20 years old recommended AC replacement. We researched and decided to replace both the AC and gas furnace to maximize efficiency. The system was diagnosed on Monday, parts ordered by Wednesday, and new system installed Friday morning - just ahead of a heat wave. (We are priority plus plan members at Tuck&Howell and that may have given us some priority - I recommend their priority plus plan service as well, which we've had for some 15 years or so.) The installation went smoothly and the new system is working great. Be sure to ask for a new thermostat, if needed, when you get a new system installed since it may or may not be included by default. We asked and it was provided. Our unit was a Carrier 3-ton, 14-seer unit with AC and gas furnace."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Mike's heating and Air
5.0(
8
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Central, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am extremely glad that I chose Mike's Heating and Air, because Mark (Mike's son) and Andy worked hard to make sure that I was satisfied at every step in the process. Seldom am I overwhelmingly impressed with the level of both quality and value of a service, but Mike's Heating and Air warrants the highest ratings in every category! I now have a high efficiency and very quiet central heating and cooling system in my house after a turn-key, no surprises experience with Mike. I will definitely choose Mike in the future and would recommend him to anyone looking to install a HVAC system."
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Energy Sharks Heating & Air
4.4(
39
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Central, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Better than expected. Phil was the only contractor that responded AND came to my house on the same day that I called all the other contractors. He provided me the potential problem for my heat pump issues on the phone that eventually was confirmed during his initial visit and then during disassembly of the old duct system. He was very helpful in providing me additional savings and existing tax credits for the Attic Breeze vent system installed including for the heat pump providing me with the forms. Swift service done on a short time from initial call to complete installation (less than 1 week and completed installation in 7 hours). Great job by the technicians on the installation and housekeeping after the job was completed. Ben A."
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Mike's Painting & Pressure Washing
4.7(
28
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Central, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I would highly recommend this business.  We had them come and restain the deck and at first just powerwash the house.  They scheduled the work right away.  After doing the pressure washing, there were some areas with paint chips under the soffit.  Mike offered to repaint those for free.  During this, they noticed areas of the soffit that were rotten, so we had them repair those areas of the wood.  They also fixed a few screens that were damaged during the pressure washing for free.  
Everything turned out great, and we are very happy we had this work done.  Mike and Crystal are very professional and easy to work with.  I will be having them do some more work on our house in the near future.
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Bell Group
5.0(
9
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Central, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

"Fantastic. He showed up when he said he would be here. I was very impressed with his knowledge and ability to correct the problem so fast. Yes I will always call on Dalton. Pam Baughman"
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Central, SC

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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