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Accu-Rite Services Inc
4.8(
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The service was superior from the initial contact where I requested a quote to the installation. I spoke with Samantha to arrange for someone to come out to provide me with a quote and she promptly scheduled an appointment around my schedule. Mike came out and provided me with several options for a heat pump and promptly sent me an email with the heat pump options and prices. I had contacted 4 other HVAC companies in my area that also provided me with estimates. Accu-Rite Services was the only company that followed up to see if I had any questions and to see if I was still in the process of replacing my heat pump. I called Accu-Rite Services a couple times with questions and Samantha was quick to provide an answer and was very knowledgeable. I scheduled a date for my installation and Accu-Rite Services showed up on time for the scheduled appointment. The installation was really quick, old heat pump was removed, new heat pump installed, everything completely cleaned up and new thermostat was installed. Mike gave a thorough explanation of how the heat pump and thermostat worked. Accu-Rite Services took care of registering my heat pump, scheduled county inspection and also checked for any rebates that were available for me. I absolutely love my new heat pump. I highly recommend Accu-Rite Services for all your HVAC needs. Thank you Accu-Rite Services for your superior customer service, honesty, knowledge and for making this a smooth process for me."
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Greenwing Electrical
5.0(
11
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Went great, he picked a/c unit. Installed unit including the duck work. Wired unit in with bigger wiring (wire to code) and breaker. Very happy with the work done. I would highly recommend this company. Jason ever professional, I will be doing business again with him."
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Recessed lights and pendant lights
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Mocksville

+3

Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Bradham Comfort Services
4.9(
659
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I waited until heating season to post this.  I wanted to make sure there were no issues with the heating portion of my system.  There aren't any.
My A/C suddenly couldn't sufficiently cool my house.  I called Bradham Brothers.  They came out that same morning.  The technician quickly diagnosed that one of the compressor valves failed.  Since it was a 10 year old, trouble prone, inefficient unit, it was time to replace it.  An estimator came out the next day.  He was very knowledgeable about how efficient of a unit I could purchase, based on the the location of the outdoor unit and the indoor units.  I signed up for a complete replacement for my heating/cooling system.  As a courtesy, 2 days later they came out, at no additional charge, to replace my outdoor unit with a used unit they had salvaged from another installation.  This kept me cool until they could schedule my work.
The installation was flawlessly.  They placed runners on all the paths to my attic to protect the carpet.  The work was completed in less than a day.  They had me inspect their work to make sure that I was satisfied.  It was so much better workmanship than my builder's installers.
Through no fault of Bradham, some drywall was damaged when they removed a hatch to pass the equipment through (the builder didn't install the hatch correctly).  Despite that, Bradham sent out a repairman to fix the drywall, buy color matched paint, and repaint the repair.  Again, at no additional charge to me.
I've used Bradham exclusively for the past 8 years.  They will be the only HVAC company that I will ever use in the Charlotte area.  The building inspector that inspected the installation told me that Bradham was one of 2 companies that he would ever use.  He should know!
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+5

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Aj unqiue handyman
5.0(
20
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose was very professional and explained why he did or did not do certain things when it came to the job.Will definitely use again and recommend to everyone. Very reasonable prices."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Auxx Lift Installation
Handymen Project
Roofing Project

+36

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mike's Painting & Pressure Washing
4.7(
28
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Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mike and Crystal were very professional from the first phone contact through the completion of the work. They showed up on time, their work was neat and they worked very efficiently. My windows were in pretty bad shape. They really took their time and prepped them very well which showed in the finished product. When asked to redo or touch up anything it was done without question. In the end we received a very good paint job on a timely basis and at a competitive price. I have already recommended Mike's Painting to others in my neighborhood and would use him again for future painting needs.
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Hickory, NC 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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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Hickory, 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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