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Hometown Heating and Air of Central Florida
4.2(
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Serving Kathleen, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Unit wasn’t cooling so I called the company, who came out within hours. My system wasn’t able to fixed that night so they left me a portable unit, which I’ve never had done before. And they returned the next morning with the needed part. Overall I had a great experience and would recommend."
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Payne Air Conditioning Heating
4.7(
70
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Serving Kathleen, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1936

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called the office at around 7:00 PM - Craig arrived about 7:40.  He spent about another hour rooting through the issues and testing both of the systems that I have and bringing the one back to life - he found a shorted low voltage wire buried inside my outside heat pump.  I still have no idea how he saw it!  Then replaced a fuse in the air handler that blew because of the short.  He spent the time, worked efficiently, answered my stupid questions with good humor and left around 9:00.  He also found that the previous owner of the house had a warranty with them (lucky call on my part to find the service company that had done previous work!) and was going to try to see if the warranty would transfer to us and stay with the house, so he didn't collect any money until, the office could figure it out.  He didn't have to say anything and I never would have known about the possibility.  Honesty and integrity are huge in my book.  I will absolutely use Payne again!  Thanks Craig!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fresh Air Services
4.8(
61
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Serving Kathleen, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The service went great. Darren showed up right on time and went straight to work. He explained the entire process to me and let me watch along side him. Unfortunately the dryer vent was very clogged. The last part of the service includes going on the roof and cleaning out the vent cap. This includes a video with audio illustrating the vent being completely freed of debris. The dryer is now in great working order again. Would definitely recommend Fresh Air Services."
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+18

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Sims AC Sales and Service
5.0(
24
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Serving Kathleen, FL and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

"Sims AC Sales & Services was an excellent choice for our AC replacement! The service was quick and efficient. Thomas was exceptional, the house is cool and he saved me about $8000.00. Call Sims AC Sales & Service you will not be disappointed."
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Condenser replacement
Condenser update
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Heating & A/C Project

+7

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Air 4 U Air Conditioning and Heating Inc.
4.9(
21
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Serving Kathleen, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My central heat/air system was installed in 2013 and I had ongoing
problems with the drain line getting blocked. The original installer
was unable (or unwilling?) to address the problem and wanted to charge
me a $75 service fee every time they came out. I called Air 4 U when I
was without air conditioning in June. They came out the same day (a
Sunday!) and made a serious attempt to address the problem. When it
turned out more work was needed, they came out the next day at no
additional charge. I've had no problems since. I appreciated their
promptness and reasonable price. Most of all, they solved the problem
and now my system works the way it should. I would definitely recommend
these guys.
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Kathleen, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Ferrell first connected his computer to my computer via internet and worked for quite a few hours trying to determine what exactly was wrong. The next day he continued working from his computer for several hours. He determined he would have to have my desktop tower to complete the repair. He and my son met in Huntsville to exchange the tower. He then cleaned up a lot of what was wrong and reloaded Windows 10. He deleted the D: drive which had way too much memory allotted to it. The tower was returned and I plugged it all back together and it is working better than it did when I first purchased it. I would use him again and I recommend him highly to anyone needing computer updating and/or repair. His work is warrantied and he is very personable, knowledgeable, and helpful."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Kathleen, 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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