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Midpoint Cool Temp
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Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Thank you for the fast service and reasonable price , I had emergency call , hot water heater was installed the same day , I will recommend family and friends"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate86%
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Dominion Service Company
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Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

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Warranties offered

"This company and the people who work there are totally awesome!!! If I had any questions, they were always right there. On the day/night my Furance went out , they came right out. My furnace was 23 years old. So I knew it had to be replaced soon. Since it was late they loaned use 3 space heaters. I can’t tell you how thankful I was. Now I have a new energy efficient heater and A/C. And I’m very very happy."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate88%
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Schutz Heating & Cooling
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Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Competitive quote on a Bryant furnace (a little less than the other Angi-recommended professional and a lot less than our usual "go-to" people). Furnace installation completed quickly and professionally. One follow up visit to correct a minor thermostat issue and to install a complementary carbon monoxide detector. Would recommend!"
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate91%
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Edwards Mechanical LLC
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Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a great job. Went right to work and followed up to make sure everything was alright. Very happy with their install. Not to mention was a large home and had central air installed. Very professional"
Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Hunter Mechanical, LLC
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Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hunter Mechanical receives our highest rating and referral recommendation. Each member of the team that worked on the replacement of our furnace and hot water heater were true professionals. Hunter, Jake, and Nate performed their tasks with a sense of purpose, but didn't hesitate to answer my questions and offer recommendations for their continued service on our a/c compressor replacement this Spring. Eric stopped by with a piece of equipment and see how things were going. My wife and I have the utmost confidence in their work and look forward to a long spring and fall maintenance relationship with their company."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
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Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

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"Computer did the "gotta send info to Microsoft" but when tried to reboot it ran through automatic repair without success. I did all the alternative without any success. He came and picked up the hard drive on Tuesday and returned it on Saturday. Fortunately he was able to "restore" without any data loss. Very happy with outcome."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Neighborhood Heating & Cooling
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Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Service provider was prompt and communicated out any installation issues that were encountered. I thought everything went very smoothly and I would recommend them to anyone."
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Design Heating & Cooling
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Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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"I called the company out to have my A/C replaced along with air handler. Gave me a pretty respectable price due to our current economy. Gave me options from top of the line equipment all the way down to more affordable options as well. Clean looking job very responsive and respectable well rounded guy, even maintenance my boiler took it apart cleaned my burners and and check water quality and safeties along with a combination check. Couldn’t be happier with the job and service! Thanks again!!!"
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Howell, MI

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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