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Emmett & Patsy Home Beautification
5.0(
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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Business is closed. Retired

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Low Dollar Plumbing
3.0(
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"Great he was on time did job same day He knew exactly what to do had materials on truck very happy with his service."
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
4.8(
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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Surface Link
3.9(
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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It took a lot of phone tag to finally get the technician to our house, but once here he was efficient and professional and did an amazing job. The chip was in the edge of a white quartz countertop, very difficult to match perfectly, and the repair is absolutely invisible. Not the lowest bid, but worth the price."
Recommended by64%of homeowners
Ramirez Home Improvement
New to Angi

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a small and growing family business offering all things home improvement, if you can dream it we can complete it. Specializing in external and internal home repair. Flooring, drywall, leaky sinks.. you name it we can deliver!

Elite Home Services
New to Angi

In business since 2021

Free estimates

I have been remodeling houses every day for the last 3.5 years. Mainly I focus with finish carpentry, but plenty of other quick fixes or small projects can be completed exactly how you desire. Including but not limited to: Trim work, drywall repairs, painting, installations of all kinds, tile, flooring, cabinetry, and many other projects. I give life to your ideas.

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Crystal Heating - Cooling - Plumbing - Excavating
4.4(
7
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In business since 2018

Crystal Heating - Cooling - Plumbing - Excavating, in Waverly, IA, is a leading heating and cooling professional serving Shell Rock, Waterloo, Cedar Falls and the surrounding areas since 1930. We stock heating and cooling units, plumbing supplies, fireplaces, heaters, humidifiers, boilers, furnaces and much more! Our services include heating, cooling, plumbing, radon mitigation, well pumps, excavation, drain cleaning and more for residential, commercial and agricultural needs. For all of your HVAC and excavating needs, contact Crystal Heating - Cooling - Plumbing - Excavating, in Waverly.

Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Wyatt Construct
1.0(
1
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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired this company to repair hail damage on my home in 2023. The job was to replace the roofs on my house and garage as well as siding and gutters on my house. Long story short they came out and did the roofs in a timely manner, the siding and gutters not so much. Communication was lacking and they tried to charge me way more than what my insurance scope was. I had to get a lawyer involved. He sued me and we went to court. I won my case in February 2025 and I am still waiting to be paid the money I am owed. I do not recommend this company, buyer beware."
Klein Storage Units
New to Angi

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We employ 6 personnel from clerical, handymen, security and ground and building maintenance.

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Home Warranty Inc
3.2(
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In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

"Buyers Beware – Total Waste of Money We purchased the premium home warranty package through Home Warranty Inc (homewarrantyinc.com) when we bought our home in October 2024, including the add-on for sprinkler system coverage. As anyone familiar with North Dakota knows, sprinkler systems must be winterized in September or October to prevent freeze damage. Ours was professionally blown out as soon as we moved in. Fast forward to spring—sprinkler systems in this region typically aren’t used again until late May, after the last freeze. We hired a professional sprinkler company to perform the spring startup and inspection. They found that multiple valves weren’t working properly. I filed a claim with the home warranty company immediately. Despite having the coverage, they denied the claim, saying it was a "pre-existing condition." That’s absolutely ridiculous, considering the system was winterized upon move-in and wasn’t even operational until months later. To make matters worse, this company has no partnered service providers in our town. You're expected to find your own technician, and good luck finding one who’s willing to work with them. Even if you do, you're likely stuck paying a significant amount out of pocket if anything needs to be replaced. This company is a complete scam. They take your money and leave you high and dry when it actually matters. I would never recommend them to anyone."
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in La Porte City, IA

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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