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Aire Serv of Louisville
4.7(
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Serving Charlestown, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Couldn’t have been better! Our air conditioner stopped working on Saturday, and with temperatures looming in the high 90’s this week, we needed help fast. Aire Serv called in the morning, and came right out. Aaron was our wonderful technician. This young man was so nice and explained everything so that I could understand. He paid attention to detail. This company showed that they cared, and didn’t want us to suffer in the extreme heat. I highly recommend Aire Serv and will definitely use their services when needed in the future. Susan, Louisville"
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60 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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One Choice Mechanical
4.7(
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Serving Charlestown, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work was done in July 2018, so I'm a little late submitting this review. My vent runs inside the wall from the ground floor to the roof and the house has a second floor so it's a very long vent. We had just gotten a new dryer that had a flow sensor on it and it would't run but a few minutes because the vent was clogged. These guys worked hard to get it cleaned out from the inside and from on the roof. That night the sensor on the dryer came on again so there was still some blockage. The guys from 1 Choice Mechanical came out the next day at no charge and cleaned the vent again. It's worked great ever since then. Our clothes dry in no time. They were punctual and professional. We couldn't be happier."
Lucas Parker -Owner
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Greenwell Plumbing Heating & Air
4.4(
106
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Serving Charlestown, IN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! Arrived promptly. Assessed what needed to be done & quoted price. I felt the price was reasonable & hired Greenwell Plumbing to go ahead & repair the leak. They were finished the same day. I definitely would hire the company again & would recommend them to family & friends."
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48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Comfort Zone Heating & Air
4.6(
19
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Serving Charlestown, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is just about everything I appreciate and value in a service provider. Our home has two heat pumps, and both were failing. Andrew quoted on both units in the spring, along with two other local providers. There was a pretty good spread between lowest cost and highest cost estimates, with Comfort Zone just shy of the midpoint between lowest and highest. From the initial discussion about the work involved and related equipment choices, I was sure Andrew was the provider I wanted. He spent time answering my questions during his initial visit and left with no pressure to close the deal. I had several follow-up questions which he always promptly answered via email or phone. His estimates offered multiple choices with the differences clearly explained. Comfort Zone replaced the first unit shortly after his initial visit. We just recently had him come back to do the second unit. Each time during his service visit, Andrew was professional and friendly and answered any question I had along the way. I love that the person who gave me the estimate is the same as the person who performed the work. You can tell Andrew is very proud of the work he does. The differences in interior air quality, interior and exterior noise level, and our power bill are all noticeable. I'd highly recommend Comfort Zone to anyone, just as a friend I trust had recommended them to me."
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Response time5 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dauenhauer Plumbing
4.6(
647
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Serving Charlestown, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1958

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dauenhauer did a great job with installation of our water heater. Their work and craftsmanship was excellent and they were also sensitive to our budget. Every experience I've had with their company has been very positive!"
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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Charlestown, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

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You won't find a better computer technician/computer builder than Jim Ferrell. I have been using his services for years and he has come to my rescue many times. When my computers crash, he helps me recover my data when no one else can. Recently he built me a computer specially designed for my needs and it works great. He got me better quality parts than they give you at places like Dell, and at really great prices. He has made house calls for me before and he has fixed my computer remotely via Internet access many times, which is very convenient. Other companies on the Internet claim to provide computer repair service via Internet access, but many of them are scammers (I have fallen prey to that myself, and my computer crashed as a result) but Jim is honest and trustworthy, so know that you don't have to worry about him taking advantage of you in any way. He will even take the time to teach you how to avoid scammers and other malicious things like viruses, which most computer technicians won't do. I recently purchased his monthly maintenance services. Every month he checks out my computer via the Internet and scans for anything malicious and looks at the overall function, and now I can rest easier knowing that Jim is watching over my computer's health. In today's world, you may feel like there is no one you can trust with your computer, your data, your personal financial info, or even your identity, but Jim is one person that you can indeed trust.


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2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Barrett Family Heating & Air
5.0(
15
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Serving Charlestown, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the first meeting to the installation Jeremy was very professional and did an amazing job. We were very pleased with the services. Would recommend his service to anyone that is needing work done."
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Heating and Air Conditioning Project
Old heat pump

+9

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Chimney & Fireplace
4.5(
297
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Serving Charlestown, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Levi came out and cleaned my dryer vent. He explained how the process worked, and what to expect. Quick, clean job. He made sure he cleaned up after himself as well! Will definitely use AACS again."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Charlestown, IN

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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