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Hometown Air
5.0(
18
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Serving Carson City, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Hometown Air was fantastic. A small, family owned company where both the owners are very involved and passionate about their business. I could tell how much they truly wanted to help me in my situation. Ryan (one of the owners) was kind and extremely knowledgeable about our situation. I had complete faith that he would be able to take care of everything without a hitch, which is exactly what happened. I would highly recommend Hometown Air and will be using them in the future!"
AFTER: Furnace
Heating and Air Conditioning Project
BEFORE: Furnace
BEFORE: Outdoor A/C unit
AFTER: Outdoor A/C unit

+4

Response time1 day
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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L C A PLUMBING & HEATING LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Carson City, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"LCA made an emergency call from Dayton NV to Reno NV on the Saturday after Black Friday. They were the first to respond to the request for service. The communication was excellent to keep me informed when LCA could get to me. On time and fixed the problem in an hour. I would recommend them. P.S., I've submitted two other reviews for LCA Plumbing and Heating concerning the same service call, I don't know if they were posted by Home Advisor or not."
Pet station business job
Pet station business job
Radiant heat boiler
Radiant heat boiler
FURNACE change out.

+3

Response time7 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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BCV Remodels
4.8(
55
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Serving Carson City, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We ended up going a different direction with the project that we initially brought him here to quote on, but he was so knowledgeable and pleasant we brought him back for a different project, and he was fantastic. We had a long list of interior handyman work to be done, and he did it all very professionally, with high quality tools and attention to detail. He was a pleasure having in our house (which isn't always the case for service pros). Highly recommend."
new vinyl
new cabinets and counter top
kitchen put togeter excep paint
remodels
new door knobs

+22

Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Cool Breeze
5.0(
8
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Serving Carson City, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very good,cleaned & tuned furnace,answered all my questions, gave me some suggestions, Dustin was very helpful, I would recommend cool breeze for heating & Cooling maintenance."
New system install
New system install
New system install
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Carson City, NV

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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