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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
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Serving Dickson, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Ferrell first connected his computer to my computer via internet and worked for quite a few hours trying to determine what exactly was wrong. The next day he continued working from his computer for several hours. He determined he would have to have my desktop tower to complete the repair. He and my son met in Huntsville to exchange the tower. He then cleaned up a lot of what was wrong and reloaded Windows 10. He deleted the D: drive which had way too much memory allotted to it. The tower was returned and I plugged it all back together and it is working better than it did when I first purchased it. I would use him again and I recommend him highly to anyone needing computer updating and/or repair. His work is warrantied and he is very personable, knowledgeable, and helpful."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Darrow heating and cooling
5.0(
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Serving Dickson, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was very professional, I would highly recommend him and his company to everyone. Never gave us the run around up front about everything, his company deserves 10 or more stars. He is our family and friend and we appreciate Darrow cook and heating."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Nashville Fireplace & Chimney NFC
4.7(
672
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Serving Dickson, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ashbusters did an excellent job of cleaning and repairing my chimney. They also repaired the chimney cap and the cover. They are not cheap but I want professionals who know what they're doing. I highly recommend Ashbusters."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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McGee's Heating & Air Conditioning
5.0(
9
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Serving Dickson, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"McGee's was great. Came right out installed in one day. They were clean & professional. I've used them for small things before, so I already trusted them. They did great work. We are super happy with them & will definitely use them again!"
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+8

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Smith Heating and Cooling
4.8(
9
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Serving Dickson, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

"Started on time as agreed. Bradley was very courteous and easy to communicate with. He took a little longer to complete the work, due to the age of old unit. This was not a problem, and I feel he finished as quick as possible, with out quality problems. We are very pleased with the installation. We will hire Bradley again if the need arises."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Covenant Air LLC
4.7(
27
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Serving Dickson, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Coffee is a hero who risks his health daily to help mitigate dangerous radon problems for strangers who call for help. This is a dangerous job with daily high radon exposure and when I asked, he said he is aware of the risks but gets his health scanned multiple times a year. I called Covenant Air back in December after noticing that my Safety Siren Pro radon detector kept reaching alarm. Mr. Coffee came out and assessed that I could probably fix the problem myself by sealing some obvious cracks, especially around some pipes, and recommended the products so that I can do it cheap DIY. He was obviously not pushy to scare people into signing contracts, but actually tried to dissuade me from hiring him right off on installing sub slab depressurization. Although the DYI route he recommended would've been cheaper, I hired him to performs the job. The sealing did bring the radon level down where my detector's alarm didn't go off, but I wanted to lower it as much as possible. He then recommended a passive ventilation route given my reading. The passive ventilation again slashed the radon level in half, but I wanted the radon level down even further, so I ultimately opted to install the fan after weeks of data collection and analysis. He installed the fan so that I could easily turn it off to save energy based on seasonal variations. He is a very personable and methodical person, and prefers to monitor the progress of his work so that his customers don't hastily incur unnecessary cost. You almost never see someone like that in the service industry, and I cannot recommend him highly enough.
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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JZ Construction
5.0(
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Serving Dickson, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

"Jeremy was great to work with. We had a general idea of what we wanted to do but we not sure of how best to make it all come together. Jeremy listened to what we wanted and suggested a great solution. The final project ended up being far better than I expected."
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Closet converted to bath

+67

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wooley Brothers Ducting Services
4.3(
11
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Serving Dickson, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I was quoted a higher price from another contractor and chose to let Wooley Brothers do the work for a price that was much lower.  They started the job right on schedule and finished it that same day.  I am not a ducting expert but I know what my old ductwork looked like before they replaced it and from what I can see, everything looks good and I have noticed an improvement in both my heat temperature and the cool air from the air conditioner. I think they should get an "A" for punctuality, workmanship and very fair price.  They cleaned up all the old ductwork debris and hauled it off."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Dickson, TN

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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