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We are proud to have served the Triangle for 25+ years. We offer reasonable prices, and phenomenal results. We know that details matter. We specialize in irrigation installation and repairs. We enjoy other services like maintenance, landscape lighting, hardscapes, and more!We can help you get the landscape and lawn you've always dreamed of!
"Jon and his crew did an excellent job with the irrigation system. They were professional, prompt, and thorough. Would highly recommend them for irrigation and lawn services."
Tim C on February 2025
We are proud to have served the Triangle for 25+ years. We offer reasonable prices, and phenomenal results. We know that details matter. We specialize in irrigation installation and repairs. We enjoy other services like maintenance, landscape lighting, hardscapes, and more!We can help you get the landscape and lawn you've always dreamed of!
"Jon and his crew did an excellent job with the irrigation system. They were professional, prompt, and thorough. Would highly recommend them for irrigation and lawn services."
Tim C on February 2025
Handyman $80 phr. minimun one hr. Offering Quotes by proyect payment types acepted: Zelle or cash services provided Electrical Window Replacement Door Replacement and Repair screen porch Repairs and install Roof Leaks Repairs and Replacement Deck Repair and built Painting interior Demolition jobs drywall Repairs and instalation Vanity Removal and Replacement Water fauced Removal and Replacement Kitchen sink Leaks Repair Playgrounds Asembly Gazebo Assembly
"Mr. Herrera was prompt, professional and very thorough. The playset was assembled in a very timely manner and the labor price was fair. He showed up each day at the time agreed upon. I highly recommend Mr. Herrera and will certainly utilize his services for future projects."
Steve P on May 2025
Handyman $80 phr. minimun one hr. Offering Quotes by proyect payment types acepted: Zelle or cash services provided Electrical Window Replacement Door Replacement and Repair screen porch Repairs and install Roof Leaks Repairs and Replacement Deck Repair and built Painting interior Demolition jobs drywall Repairs and instalation Vanity Removal and Replacement Water fauced Removal and Replacement Kitchen sink Leaks Repair Playgrounds Asembly Gazebo Assembly
"Mr. Herrera was prompt, professional and very thorough. The playset was assembled in a very timely manner and the labor price was fair. He showed up each day at the time agreed upon. I highly recommend Mr. Herrera and will certainly utilize his services for future projects."
Steve P on May 2025
Small business focused on detailed service and building a relationship with customers. Providing high value outcome to home projects and repairs.
"Daniele has been highly responsive to our requests and completed all tasks with attention to detail. High quality work. He is great to work with!"
Brad A on March 2025
Small business focused on detailed service and building a relationship with customers. Providing high value outcome to home projects and repairs.
"Daniele has been highly responsive to our requests and completed all tasks with attention to detail. High quality work. He is great to work with!"
Brad A on March 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"It went really well. I would work with H&J again. I'm very grateful."
Patricia M on October 2024
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"It went really well. I would work with H&J again. I'm very grateful."
Patricia M on October 2024
We pride ourselves on quick response times, being reliable & fair. We have lots of experience in all aspects of home maintenance. We always look for the most cost effective solution for our customers. A few of the areas we cover are: General home maintenance, electrical, plumbing, appliances, drywall, etc.
"Excellent work good company"
Carlton H on August 2024
We pride ourselves on quick response times, being reliable & fair. We have lots of experience in all aspects of home maintenance. We always look for the most cost effective solution for our customers. A few of the areas we cover are: General home maintenance, electrical, plumbing, appliances, drywall, etc.
"Excellent work good company"
Carlton H on August 2024
Maynor Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. was established in 1996 with an emphasis on Geothermal heating, cooling & hot water heating systems. We specialize in quality heating and air conditioning service and installation, using a degree of craftsmanship not often found in today's market. We are a small, family operated business that has been built on reputation, through word-of-mouth referrals. We tend to develop long-term, personable relationships with our clients, who know they can trust us to provide them with sound, dependable service, information and advice.
"Excellent job. Good customer service and fair price. New HVAC still working well."
Bonnie J on January 2025
Maynor Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. was established in 1996 with an emphasis on Geothermal heating, cooling & hot water heating systems. We specialize in quality heating and air conditioning service and installation, using a degree of craftsmanship not often found in today's market. We are a small, family operated business that has been built on reputation, through word-of-mouth referrals. We tend to develop long-term, personable relationships with our clients, who know they can trust us to provide them with sound, dependable service, information and advice.
"Excellent job. Good customer service and fair price. New HVAC still working well."
Bonnie J on January 2025
Licensed and insured independent Heating and Air Conditioning contractor. 15 years experience. Locally owned and operated. The owner is present on every job.
"Mr. Mcneil went out of his way to come at the end of a long day on a Friday evening to repair my furnace because the weather was predicted to be cold over the weekend. Originally he had said he would come on Monday, but he said he realized that the weather would make it an uncomfortable weekend for me and came after 6 PM to help me out. So I was comfortable all weekend because of his concern. He fixed the problem with in a half an hour. Also because of the Pandemic, I really appreciated his effort to stay far away from me and to not come into my house. We communicated by phone or at a great distance outside. This was very much appreciated."
Lucy B on April 2020
Licensed and insured independent Heating and Air Conditioning contractor. 15 years experience. Locally owned and operated. The owner is present on every job.
"Mr. Mcneil went out of his way to come at the end of a long day on a Friday evening to repair my furnace because the weather was predicted to be cold over the weekend. Originally he had said he would come on Monday, but he said he realized that the weather would make it an uncomfortable weekend for me and came after 6 PM to help me out. So I was comfortable all weekend because of his concern. He fixed the problem with in a half an hour. Also because of the Pandemic, I really appreciated his effort to stay far away from me and to not come into my house. We communicated by phone or at a great distance outside. This was very much appreciated."
Lucy B on April 2020
Busy schedules make both major and minor home repairs hard to get to and your growing "To Do" list looks overwhelming and unmanageable. One call to Mr. Handyman solves all your home repair headaches. Our technicians will arrive in our Mr. Handyman vans wearing Mr. Handyman logoed shirts. Each technician has many years of experience in the construction and building repair business and is ready to assist you with your "to do" list. Call our office, 919-967-0120, to schedule your appointment. Mr. Handyman is your one-stop shop for a wide range of home maintenance and repair solutions. Mr. Handyman service technicians are highly skilled craftsmen, so you know they will get the job done right the first time. Our uniformed, fully insured technicians arrive on time in a marked van and clean up when they've finished the job. Our Vision is to be the first-choice provider of maintenance, repair, and improvement solutions for home and business .
"A couple of pieces of siding fell of the top of my house during a windstorm and since most siding companies only do whole exterior replacements, I called Mr. Handyman to get someone out to put the wind-blown siding back up. They said that they charge $168 for the first hour, and that if I already had the siding on hand, it shouldn't take more than an hour to put up. My technician arrived promptly at 9:00 AM, and within thirty minutes I knew that he was set to go well beyond the first hour. (I don't think this was the technician's fault by the way, I think its an administrative issue). Ultimately, putting up roughly 3 pieces of siding took two hours and thirty minutes! The work was good on visual inspection, but I was in no way prepared for the cost of the service (estimated at over $300). As a note, I previously had a section of siding replaced by a general contractor (who sourced and provided the siding) for the same amount and it took no more than 30 minutes. Luckily, my technician was sympathetic and charged me for only the first hour, but I think its really unfair to both the consumer and the technician that the front office is quoting times that are either a) completely unrealistic or b) that they have no intentions of being accountable to. A company that treats its clients and employees this poorly should not be patronized. Go to an independent handyman instead!"
Ashley A on February 2023
Busy schedules make both major and minor home repairs hard to get to and your growing "To Do" list looks overwhelming and unmanageable. One call to Mr. Handyman solves all your home repair headaches. Our technicians will arrive in our Mr. Handyman vans wearing Mr. Handyman logoed shirts. Each technician has many years of experience in the construction and building repair business and is ready to assist you with your "to do" list. Call our office, 919-967-0120, to schedule your appointment. Mr. Handyman is your one-stop shop for a wide range of home maintenance and repair solutions. Mr. Handyman service technicians are highly skilled craftsmen, so you know they will get the job done right the first time. Our uniformed, fully insured technicians arrive on time in a marked van and clean up when they've finished the job. Our Vision is to be the first-choice provider of maintenance, repair, and improvement solutions for home and business .
"A couple of pieces of siding fell of the top of my house during a windstorm and since most siding companies only do whole exterior replacements, I called Mr. Handyman to get someone out to put the wind-blown siding back up. They said that they charge $168 for the first hour, and that if I already had the siding on hand, it shouldn't take more than an hour to put up. My technician arrived promptly at 9:00 AM, and within thirty minutes I knew that he was set to go well beyond the first hour. (I don't think this was the technician's fault by the way, I think its an administrative issue). Ultimately, putting up roughly 3 pieces of siding took two hours and thirty minutes! The work was good on visual inspection, but I was in no way prepared for the cost of the service (estimated at over $300). As a note, I previously had a section of siding replaced by a general contractor (who sourced and provided the siding) for the same amount and it took no more than 30 minutes. Luckily, my technician was sympathetic and charged me for only the first hour, but I think its really unfair to both the consumer and the technician that the front office is quoting times that are either a) completely unrealistic or b) that they have no intentions of being accountable to. A company that treats its clients and employees this poorly should not be patronized. Go to an independent handyman instead!"
Ashley A on February 2023
3-4 employees, no subs, free estimates. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charge. No emergency service.
"Our project was to replace a deck with a new larger one and build a roof over it. I was nervous about hiring a contractor but Hugo was recommended by a friend. « Go with Hugo, he did a superb job of carpentry in my house ! ». I am so grateful to her! I did hire Hugo. As for his work, the words “top-notch”, “first-rate” come to mind. He and his crew are outstanding professionals. The whole construction was done with such care and proficiency. My husband and I are delighted with the result. Hugo’s work was not inexpensive but I did not want to end up with a car port ! Considering that we got exactly what we wanted, with the quality of both material and workmanship, we felt it was a fair deal. Also, I appreciated Hugo’s passion for his own work and the advice of an experienced builder. As a bonus, he was completely trustworthy, showing up when he said he would, meeting all date-lines, explaining small delays while waiting for Inspections from our County, etc… and taking care of “everything”, like permits or attending to last minute requests. And then, there is another aspect of the total experience: giving us peace of mind instead of worries.. That, to me, was very valuable."
Dominique L on August 2022
3-4 employees, no subs, free estimates. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charge. No emergency service.
"Our project was to replace a deck with a new larger one and build a roof over it. I was nervous about hiring a contractor but Hugo was recommended by a friend. « Go with Hugo, he did a superb job of carpentry in my house ! ». I am so grateful to her! I did hire Hugo. As for his work, the words “top-notch”, “first-rate” come to mind. He and his crew are outstanding professionals. The whole construction was done with such care and proficiency. My husband and I are delighted with the result. Hugo’s work was not inexpensive but I did not want to end up with a car port ! Considering that we got exactly what we wanted, with the quality of both material and workmanship, we felt it was a fair deal. Also, I appreciated Hugo’s passion for his own work and the advice of an experienced builder. As a bonus, he was completely trustworthy, showing up when he said he would, meeting all date-lines, explaining small delays while waiting for Inspections from our County, etc… and taking care of “everything”, like permits or attending to last minute requests. And then, there is another aspect of the total experience: giving us peace of mind instead of worries.. That, to me, was very valuable."
Dominique L on August 2022
Degree Above Heating and Air is a local, family owned business specializing in air conditioning and heating repair, maintenance, and replacements. As our name implies, we aim to stand out above rest with superior quality in our service. We want to be the company you trust and rely on. We believe quality is all in the detail and pride ourselves in delivering on that. We will do the right thing whether it is for gain or loss, because integrity is a value of ours that we refuse to waiver on. We want to be more than the company you call for repairs and maintenance, we want to be the friend you can rely on to give you honest and upfront information and help you make the best decision to fit your needs. We care about you. Our team of experienced professionals have the knowledge and expertise to address any HVAC need that you may have and are here and ready to serve you.
"Professional and very knowledgeable. They diagnosed and fixed my AC quickly and the prices were very affordable."
Steven N on April 2024
Degree Above Heating and Air is a local, family owned business specializing in air conditioning and heating repair, maintenance, and replacements. As our name implies, we aim to stand out above rest with superior quality in our service. We want to be the company you trust and rely on. We believe quality is all in the detail and pride ourselves in delivering on that. We will do the right thing whether it is for gain or loss, because integrity is a value of ours that we refuse to waiver on. We want to be more than the company you call for repairs and maintenance, we want to be the friend you can rely on to give you honest and upfront information and help you make the best decision to fit your needs. We care about you. Our team of experienced professionals have the knowledge and expertise to address any HVAC need that you may have and are here and ready to serve you.
"Professional and very knowledgeable. They diagnosed and fixed my AC quickly and the prices were very affordable."
Steven N on April 2024
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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