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Avatar for Vitt Heating & Air Conditioning Co Inc
Vitt Heating & Air Conditioning Co Inc
4.8(
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Serving Edwardsville, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1954

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went well under the circumstances. I found out that day, that my water had been turned off without my knowledge by America Water, which made it impossible to hose down and clean the outdoors unit. They did their part so I was satisfied. It would have been outstanding if they were willing to come back out to complete the cleaning when water was turned back on, for a perhaps half the price ($49.99). They would only come back out for $89.99."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Air Duct Doctors
4.8(
718
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Serving Edwardsville, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic!! We had never had our ducts cleaned or sanitized. To my knowledge it was the first time ever and our house is 24yrs old. I can breathe again and the dust that is normally there 3 days after cleaning is gone. Nothing like before! The man explained all of my options clearly and did an amazing job. It was alot of work since we had just about everything done except the dryer vent because it is brand new. Kevin was on his own for the day as his helper was sick and he still had a good attitude and did a spectacular job. Didn't leave a mess either and cleaned up great before he was finished!"
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
116
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Serving Edwardsville, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

"Jim was very helpful and personable to work with.  I had recently moved to the Huntsville area and was unable to connect my wireless printer.   There were also some things going on with my laptop that made me suspect a virus had somehow gotten on to it, it was running more slowly than usual, and I wasn't happy with the Win7 configuration I had done when I bought the computer.  Jim came in and assessed the problems and we agreed on a time for him to take the laptop and reinstall the OS.  He was able to get the wireless connection to work as well.  He took the computer on a Friday evening and returned it Sunday evening in prime condition.  <br /> A few weeks later I  got an error message while reinstalling my accounting software so I called Jim.  He talked me through the problem over the phone and I was able to get the program installed so I could use the program. <br /> Jim is great to work with, his pricing is very fair, he is prompt and reliable.  I will definitely use his services again. <br />"
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Gant Heating and Cooling
5.0(
9
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Serving Edwardsville, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott was wonderful to work with. I called that morning and he came within a couple of hours to service our AC. He was informative about our options to repair/replace our HVAC system. Will definitely be using Can't Heating and Cooling again."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Moore's Handyman Services
5.0(
9
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Serving Edwardsville, IL and surrounding areas

Hello, I offer a Handyman Services. I do small household task & repairs. Very honest and reliable. I've only offered my Handyman Services for going on three years but I've been in the Hvac & plumbing field since 2001. 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!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Froggy's Heating & Air LLC
4.5(
122
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Serving Edwardsville, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"<p>I had 3 to do's I needed done.  One was accomplished.  </p> <p>On one, the workman stated the part I had wouldn't work, suggested I return the part for a similar part from a recommended supplier & then call provider back for another appt.</p> <p>On the last to do, as I recall, he didn't have seals for the type of faucet that was leaking.  Workman suggested that we replace the faucet rather than have the seals replaced.  Again, recommended a supplier to obtain a new faucet & then we could call them back for another appt.</p> <br />"
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Edwardsville, IL

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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