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Annette Hale's Indoor Comfort Systems
4.7(
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Serving Huntsville, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Their technician powered up the unit, found that the cooling coils were dirty, causing the drop in freon pressure. He quickly identified the problem as a defective contactor, which he replaced. Cost was only $80. Previous service visit from another company had told us that all the freon had leaked out of the unit and we needed to replace the whole system."
Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Kingdom Mechanical
4.2(
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Serving Huntsville, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here to bring Comfort to Your Kingdom! Kingdom Mechanical L.L.C. is your local HVAC company you can trust. Backed by labor and parts warranties we stand behind our work. We offer high-quality, honest, diligent, fast, and affordable HVAC services. Such as repairs, maintenance, changeouts, and installs. Anything your HVAC systems need I provide. Every diagnosis is found by thorough investigation to lower callbacks and useless parts changing. In turn saving you time, money, and comfort. Thank you for your interest and let me bring Comfort to Your Kingdom.

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+10

Response time6 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Best Care Home Services
3.7(
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Serving Huntsville, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Heating & Cooling/Maintenance/Sales/Service & Install\nPlumbing\nOur Core Values:\nAlways do what's right / Safety in everything we do / Meet the changing needs of our customers / Grow profitably / Be the Expert\nWe are licensed, bonded & insured with top-notch specialists. Since 2011, we've been there for our clients as a friendly & professional Home Care Service Provider.\nWhen you need the BEST, call Best Care!

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Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Aire Serv of Huntsville
4.6(
523
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Serving Huntsville, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Aire Serve came out, determined that I needed to replace an old unit. The unit was ordered and installed in a timely manner. Very professional service."
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+8

26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Alabama Comfort Experts LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Huntsville, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Repair man showed upon time, performed maintenance on both units and the two furnaces.  He was extremely professional and wasted no time in preforming the maintenance, cleaned up the area completely.  When he worked inside the home he cleaned off his shoes and made sure he did not  track inside the home.
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Proper unit sealing
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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One Call Roofing
4.6(
144
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Serving Huntsville, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Although the weather was a major factor and also materials ordered, once everything fell into place, the job was done very quickly and professionally. I will continue to use this company for any roofing needs and recommend them to anyone needing any type of roofing repairs or installs."
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+9

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Pure Air
4.3(
23
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Serving Huntsville, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

"They showed up on schedule. The work was quick and efficient, and the technicians professional yet friendly. The work took about 2 hours from start to finish for 8 vents plus the dryer vent. I really liked their attitudes and willingness to explain what they were doing and why. I would use them again in a minute.
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Covenant Air LLC
4.7(
27
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Serving Huntsville, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Coffee is a hero who risks his health daily to help mitigate dangerous radon problems for strangers who call for help. This is a dangerous job with daily high radon exposure and when I asked, he said he is aware of the risks but gets his health scanned multiple times a year. I called Covenant Air back in December after noticing that my Safety Siren Pro radon detector kept reaching alarm. Mr. Coffee came out and assessed that I could probably fix the problem myself by sealing some obvious cracks, especially around some pipes, and recommended the products so that I can do it cheap DIY. He was obviously not pushy to scare people into signing contracts, but actually tried to dissuade me from hiring him right off on installing sub slab depressurization. Although the DYI route he recommended would've been cheaper, I hired him to performs the job. The sealing did bring the radon level down where my detector's alarm didn't go off, but I wanted to lower it as much as possible. He then recommended a passive ventilation route given my reading. The passive ventilation again slashed the radon level in half, but I wanted the radon level down even further, so I ultimately opted to install the fan after weeks of data collection and analysis. He installed the fan so that I could easily turn it off to save energy based on seasonal variations. He is a very personable and methodical person, and prefers to monitor the progress of his work so that his customers don't hastily incur unnecessary cost. You almost never see someone like that in the service industry, and I cannot recommend him highly enough.
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Worley's Mechanical services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Huntsville, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went excellent. They have coordination in scheduling, they were on time, they performed the job quickly, very professional, installation was very good and they took care all the issues."
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+29

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Huntsville, AL

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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