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H & W Heating & Air
4.9(
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Serving Eglin Afb, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"To start the saga, we had several companies come out and provide quotes on replacing our aging A/C unit.  Our original unit was a 2.5 ton unit installed in 1993 when the house was built.  Although it was still running alright, it was starting to show signs of aging.  When I contacted Waylon, at H&W Heating and Air, he was prompt with a response and came out the same week to take a look at the house and provide an estimate.  Of the three quotes I obtained, I felt like H&W not only provided the best cost option, but also provided the "no BS" solution to my cooling needs.  After taking time to review the quotes and research the equipment, I felt like H&W exactly matched my needs, gave me a fair price and did not try to oversell me.  In-fact, one of my requests to add new ducting/ a new vent was turned down by Waylon (Note: this was recommended by one of the other quotes) because he believed the new unit will do a better job than the old unit at cooling a trouble spot in my house (Saved me $$ right there). He said "let's wait and see if this doesn't fix it first".
I would like to add, that I like the way Waylon sends his quotes and most of his communication via e-mail.  That gives me a clear record of what I've asked for and when I had questions, after he left, I was able to have a record of the answers as well.
Based on my decision, I called and scheduled the service for 9/4/2015.  I decided to go with the 3 ton, 14 SEER rated Bryant system.  Waylon told me his team would show up to replace the unit at 0730 and that they should be done  around 11-1130. 
Let me tell you, he was there at exactly 0730 and they were finished with replacing the unit and cleaning up by 1100.  He balanced thee airflow in the house and when they left there was hardly a trace they had been there in the first place.
Overall, I am highly satisfied with the work performed and would highly recommend H&W Heating and Air to anyone looking to replace their A/C units.

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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Henderson Electric of NWF, LLC
4.9(
17
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Serving Eglin Afb, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1955

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Serving NW Florida since 1955. Family owned and operated Electrical Wiring and Repair for both Residential & Commercial. No job too small or too large. From ceiling fan installation to warehouse wiring . . . We do it All!

Recommended by93%of homeowners
Amazon Cleaning LLC
4.9(
66
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Serving Eglin Afb, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

"Beyond expectations! Very hard workers! Got to my condo and went straight to work, worked without break for four hours straight. It’s a 3 member team (husband , wife, and adult son). They work so well together. Went above and beyond. Helped me go through my entire closet getting rid of so much accumulated stuff; reorganized my closet, and hauled all of it away for me, in addition to deep cleaning everything. My condo looks and smells amazing!!!! I’ve already booked for a monthly visit. Had absolutely zero concerns about them in my home. They were very respectful of my property and my two chihuahuas following them around! Great price for four hours, 3 employees. Better than other estimates that were for one or two and very limited services. Others did very basic walk through cleaning and wouldn’t move anything to clean under-even on countertops-only wipe around. This team lifted up my couch and mopped under it too!!!!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Eglin Afb, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Sooo....first, Jim is a very nice guy.  However, Jim now works in Nashville during the week and is only home to the Huntsville area on the weekends.
My first impression of him was that he was awesome.  My computer system had crashed because I pulled the plug during a thunder storm before the computer fully shut down which resulted in the computer hanging up.  Jim took my call while in Tennessee and suggested how to fix the system.  For this I am very grateful.

What happened next was I had him come and check my computer to make sure everything was working properly.  He came to my house and spent an hour tweaking it (basically running various checks on the system), for which I paid him $50.  He suggested that my laptop would work much better if I had Windows 7 and increased my RAM up to 4 GB.  He said he could install it for me for (including the RAM) for about $160.  We met the following weekend for the handoff and he loaded Window 7.  When I received the call it was ready, the bill was $227.50.  I was surprised that is was $70 more than quoted, but paid it anyways.  When I asked about the RAM, he mentioned he did not upgrade the RAM and this would be another $60.  I was a little discouraged at that point since I felt like I was being taken advantage of, but the guy is relatively nice, so I said to go ahead and order the RAM.  He did so and the following weekend was supposed to install it.  Due to some personal things in his life, he wasn't able to install it, so I picked it up since I had to go out of town and could use the IT guy at my new location to install it for me.  When we went to install the RAM, the system wouldn't let us do it since my particular type of laptop can only take 2GB of RAM max.  If Jim had gone to the crucial.com website (where he bought my RAM) and entered my computer system on it, it would have told him the max amount of RAM that could be installed on that unit.  He did not do that.  He is supposed to refund my $60 this next weekend.

I think if Jim wasn't burning the candle at both ends by having a job in Tennessee during the week and trying to run this business on the weekends, it would've been a better experience.  Perhaps taking a few extra minutes to SLOW DOWN and write out an estimate of everything he would need for the job including the prices would ensure people know up front how much the repair would/should cost so they can budget accordingly.  I think if he had taken that approach, it might've been a better experience.  So now I am stuck with a laptop that runs slower because Windows 7 uses more memory and a laptop that can't be upgraded to more RAM.  Basically, the last step which cost me almost $300 was not necessary.  If you need something simple done like coming back from a system crash, he would be okay to use.  Otherwise, for the bigger jobs, I recommend he provide a written estimate with the items he plans to do.

UPDATE:  After posting this review, I received a number of text messages from Jim commenting on the bad review.  I understand he is upset, but harassing someone about a review is not a good way to go.  My review was honest and not meant to be mean, but to let those that use Angie's list get what they pay for...an honest review of someone's experience."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Eglin Afb, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"New installation went well. I was a little upset that only 50% was covered being that the unit was 19 years old. I'm sure that parts for something that old would be hard to find. Replacement was recommended."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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YourSolar LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Eglin Afb, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Solar services and installs? Your Solar LLC. is here to help . We handle Pretty much everything after the Install is completed as well as Solar Maintenance and Roof Issues , things like Panel Cleaning, Wire -Management as well as leaf and branch removal, roof replacements. Let US here at Your Solar LLC. handle the headache. We also are capable of taking down and Reinstalling Your Solar for situations like needing a new roof or just wanna update your System. One more thing to mention, here at Your Solar we can add to your existing Solar if the Need or Want is there . We are simply here to assist you with Your Solar Needs !

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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Eglin Afb, FL

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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