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Watkins Heating & Cooling
4.8(
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderfully! Came home from vacation to a sweltering house on a Thursday evening. We called another HVAC who we have a "service contract" with. They sent someone out who said it was a blower motor that needed replaced and the part was $300-$500 and they didn't have the part in and we would have to wait to Monday to have one installed. They actually advised us to call Watkins and said they would say the same thing. So we called Watkins who came out Friday afternoon. The tech was professional, polite, knowledgeable, and determined to find out what was wrong with the blower motor. He took the motor out and checked it out and cleaned it. He also stated that if he couldn't fix ours he had one to replace it with on the truck. He found out what was wrong ( a possible loose wire), put the motor back in and instantly we got air and it started cooling off the house. He asked if we wanted it cleaned before doing so, and said it was up to us, no pressure, we decided to have it done since it was already apart. He also offered us a service contract, again, no pressure at all. We took the service, as we were well pleased with the service and the tech's ability and professionalism. One of the best techs we have had do any service for us. All this, except for the cleaning, for the service call fee of $89. The cleaning was an extra $103 (well worth it in my opinion because I can't crawl around in the scorching attic to take the blower apart and clean it and put it back in!), for a total of $192.85. Excellent service!"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Blair Htg & Air Conditioning
4.8(
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We selected Blair Heating and Cooling to install a Trane Mini-split ductless AC system in our historic 100 year old house. The system has two compressors and a total of 6 indoor units. From the start, Greg Blair and his team went out of their way in suggesting ways to accomplish exactly what we wanted. His team sought our feedback on every decision made right down to the routes the outside lines took to make sure they were as integrated as possible. Even though the job was difficult as our house is a three-story brick house with terra cotta blocks in the walls and metal where you would think metal shouldn't be, all of them remained positive, helpful and really excellent. I can’t recommend Blair any higher. This is the second job they have done for us and they are definitely our only choice!!"
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Extreme Heating And Air Conditioning
4.7(
160
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We got several quotes from local HVAC providers / installers. We felt the most comfortable with the salesman from Extreme One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning and I got the best price from them which also included a 2-year membership in their Comfort Club (Spring and Fall service visits to check and tune-up my system). We were an all electric home until a couple of years ago when we added natural gas. When our 16-year old Trane heat pump developed problems this proved an ideal time to switch over to a gas furnace and air conditioner. We stayed with Trane as we were happy with our Trane heat pump. Because we have some space constraints and limitations for our new system, Extreme sent out their system designer the day before the installation to develop a creative solution that met our requirements and efficiently maximized the space with which they had to work with minimum impacts to us. The day of the install they arrived on time, were friendly but very professional and treated our home as if it was their own. They also took the time to answer my questions while the worked. Since it was bitter cold that day, they needed to be in and out all day, and we were without a heating system most of the day, they brought a heavy duty space heater to keep us from freezing until they were done. At completion, showed us how to use the new system including the new programmable thermostat, changing filters, etc. and they cleaned up everything and left our home better than they found it. They then submitted all of our rebate paperwork to Vectren and DP&L for us. We were very impressed with the whole process of buying and installing a complete new HVAC system. I highly recommend Extreme One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning for and HVAC installation work!"
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Hi Tech Duct Cleaning Inc
4.8(
148
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

"The overall service was very good. This is a new home (3 yrs old) they did not get as much as I thought but overall did pull a lot of dust and debris out.
I would recommend them doing this, I have cut my dust down by about 70%. Usually I would dust in the morning, within hour or 2 the dust would be back and thick. Now I dust in the morning and by the next day I barely see any dust. So I am pleased w/the service I had and would recommend them again.


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Recommended by92%of homeowners
Hauser Heating & Air Conditioning
4.7(
273
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Their technician, Mike, arrived within the specified time and even called to see if I was available earlier. He was straight forward on the issues, provided several options, and a rough estimate for repairs. Before he left he provided a hard quote on the repairs. Once I decide the best option I will definitely hire again."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

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"Computer had been acting up for a while but I kept putting off getting it fixed.  After reading all the great reviews, I decided to give N.A.T.S. a call.  So glad I did.   Jim was able to resolve all my problems remotely - no drop off or pick up necessary - so convenient!  I feel like I have a brand new computer, it runs so well and FAST too.  I couldn't be happier and wouldn't hesitate to use his services again.  My only regret is that I didn't call him sooner.
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2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Gerry McGrath & Co
4.5(
104
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

"It has been a year since the work was performed. I was concerned at first at how fast the new roof was installed but so far, no leaks and roof looks good. Gerry McGrath was excellent."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Living comfort hvac
4.7(
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ricky is an excellent technician. This is a new house for me and not familiar with some of the equipment. He completed our checkup and told me it was in good condition, familarized me with the system and some of the plumbing. That is part of the reason I signed for your plan. I was impressed with Ricky and his representation of your company. I would like for him to do my air conditioner in the Spring. Thank you."
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Komodo HVAC
5.0(
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Serving Franklin, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We can't say enough about AD from Komodo HVAC. He was on time, courteous, friendly and honest. He inspected our insulation issue and gave us a reccomendation. I would recommend him and hire him again if the need arrives."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Franklin, OH

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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