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Avatar for A Maynor Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
A Maynor Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
4.9(
107
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Maynor replaced one of our AC units. This installation by Sergio, Austin, and Marcus was done quickly, efficiently, and professionally. I highly recommend Maynor for their service."
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Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Advanced Appliance & Air Repair LLC
4.7(
103
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Called in these folks for a recurring problem with our 2nd floor AC unit leaking freon. Other vendors had investigated, but we had not yet come up with a consensus on the diagnosis. Very nice, very professional. First visit was unable to produce any insight, but I felt due diligence was quite thorough. A second appointment was setup to run a more thorough regression test. Unfortunately, it too was inconclusive. I felt they had done everything they could to diagnose a very tricky issue. Their final prognosis was that it had to be one of a couple of very rare and odd possibilities. Didn't feel too comfortable with this, but had no basis to argue. Total cost at this point between the two visits was $300 with no real progress. Eventually, we stumbled upon an excellent veteran AC repairman who investigated and confirmed an earlier hunch, and was able to explain why. We hired him to fix the problem, a leaky compressor coil (had to replace), and we've have never had a problem since. Now that we know what the issue was, I'd have to say I'm fairly disappointed with this vendor's performance. They firmly disputed the compressor coil as a possible cause. And we paid a decent amount of cash for this misdiagnosis. We'll stick with the guy who eventually fixed the problem as our AC repairman from here on out.
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Streamline Services, Inc
Streamline Services, Inc
4.7(
735
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My prior water heater, a 50-gallon tank, started leaking after 15 years. I called Streamline to confirm that it needed replacement, and to replace it. I was considering a tankless water heater already, and the first tech walked me through the pros and cons, then wrote up an estimate. Two additional techs came the next day to install the heater and the necessary gas and power lines. The only issue I had was that one of the newly installed gas fittings leaked gas into the basement. I shut off the supply valve and called Streamline, and they came out within half an hour to fix it at their expense. Mistakes happen, and I was impressed with how professionally they corrected that one."
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Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Aire Serv Of East Raleigh
Aire Serv Of East Raleigh
5.0(
4
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We specialize in all phases of heating and cooling services, installs, repairs, maintenance, and more! Aire Serv wants you to stay comfortable and breathe clean air all year round. That’s why our company focuses on excellence in customer service and quality AC and heating services. We are proud of our reputation for putting clients first, with a brand synonymous with excellence since 1992! Wherever you see the name Aire Serv, you can expect quality services and customer attention.

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24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Aznag Pro Heating & Cooling LLC
Aznag Pro Heating & Cooling LLC
5.0(
2
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I’m the owner of Aznag Pro Heating & Cooling LLC, a licensed and insured HVAC company serving Raleigh and the Triangle. I specialize in residential service, diagnostics, and installations, and I focus on reliable repairs, clear communication, and high-quality work.

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The Water Specialist Inc
4.8(
113
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Estimate was quickly provided and job was done within estimate range. Installers were very knowledgeable and had quite a bit of experience with whole-home systems. They arrived on time and took the necessary time to do the install the correct way. Would highly recommend."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Enhanced Heating Cooling
Enhanced Heating Cooling
4.6(
76
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After 3 weeks of living with no air conditioning, and a leaky ceiling, during which time I had 5 technicians (3 from one company that doesn't even have an option to leave a voicemail after 5pm!) attempt (and fail) to fix the problem, I finally had to get a new system. 



I sincerely hope you don't need to replace your AC system any time soon, but just in case you do, I highly recommend  Alpine Heating and Air.  Their telephone number is: 919-404-1717.  They went above and beyond customer service, and addressed my concerns, explained answers to my questions in detail re: energy efficiency, payment, warranty, etc., and did exactly what they said they would do re: installing on time.  I have a 10 year warranty for parts and labor and a lifetime warranty for the compressor.  If it breaks (the outside unit), they will replace the entire thing.



A week after my system was installed, the unimaginable happened, and my ceiling was leaking again!!!   I couldn't believe it!!!  I called them - this was on a Sunday evening at around 8:00pm - and they told me that they would send someone over right away, and they did.  I told them that this was unacceptable, and that I expected them to replace it w/a new system.  They assured me that they would do that if necessary. Fortunately, the issue wasn't the system, but the pipe in front of it, which the technician replaced.  I was still in shock that my brand new system had leaked, and I asked him to open the panel in front of the system to ensure that everything was OK.  He went back out to his truck and got his tools and it was fine.



The next morning, Alpine called me and apologized for what happened, and offered to have my ceiling fixed.  I was very surprised, and I told them that I wanted to give full disclosure, and that although it had leaked because of the pipe, I told them that I had previous damage from my other AC, but they said it was OK and that they wanted to make things right, so they sent someone to repair it (no charge to me). "
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Bull City Heating Cooling & Refrigeration
Bull City Heating Cooling & Refrigeration
4.7(
22
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job. For the central air unit, he explained the different levels versus cost and what would be most appropriate for the house (and best brand for the house). For the cleaning, he found a couple of situations that are minor but asked me if I would like to replace the parts. The changes were minor but he explained why, over time, it would probably be best to replace the part earlier rather than later."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Durham, NC

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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