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Byrum Heating & AC
New to Angi

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

As a leading HVAC contractor serving Monroe, NC, and the surrounding area, Byrum Heating & A/C, Inc. has been delivering expert heating and cooling solutions for over 20 years. We're proud to be Union County’s fastest-growing HVAC company, driven by one simple principle: your comfort comes first. You deserve more than just good service—you deserve exceptional workmanship, top-quality products, and fair, transparent pricing. With an A+ BBB rating and a reputation built on integrity, reliability, and Christian values, we’re committed to exceeding your expectations every step of the way. We back our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee and a 10-year workmanship warranty for your peace of mind.

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American Air Heating & Cooling Inc
4.4(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner, Chad Adams, came out to provide me an estimate.  He fully reviewed my options, the costs, and the details of each option.  There was no pressure, just informative.  Great guy.
I decided on 7/22 to get one of the options and told Chad.  He scheduled me same day, which was a pleasant surprise. 
The team arrived about 10 and were fully completed around 3.  The installation went well, they cleaned up fully and we'd never know they were there.    The new system is great.
Overall great experience, and I will continue to use American Air for my system.


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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Aj unqiue handyman
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

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With, AJUnique Handyman Services we get your home repairs done right, on time, and at a price that won't break the bank. Call us for a free estimate on any project, big or small - your local, reliable handyman service with a commitment to, A Unique quality!" job you need done we are here to help quality an unique service and great price, With over 12 years of experience and One on One customer service bringing you along the process of your work , give us a call today. All of our work comes with a 30 day warranty.\n\n

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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R & B Climate Control LLC
4.5(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I met the owner, who came on short notice when a company doing conversion of our water heater to natural gas did something that ‘shorted out’ our AC.  I was so impressed with their service that we signed a continuing maintenance agreement.  They come out twice a year to check out your heating and cooling system to head off any potential problems.  They haven’t tried to upsell us anything upon their inspections, they did find a ‘switch’ that was going bad and replaced it this past spring.  They didn’t say we HAD to have it replaced but that it might not make it through the summer; so we did have it replaced. It cost around $80."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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McCoy Plumbing
4.7(
871
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well, rep came in, introduced himself, reviewed the situation, wasted no time in cutting it out, told me to ask my upstairs neighbors not to run any water in their kitchen sink. He ran to Home Depot to get a piece of pipe and when he came back he replaced the pipe and was out the door in less than 1/2 hour."
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Fresh Air Technologies, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Credit card accepted

"They were excellent and we were very happy with them. It was negotiated with the sellers and so we didn’t pay for it but I remember going through the bidding process and they were absolutely fair. It was a real great price. We had the home re-inspected after and the inspectors had actually taken pictures of it since it looks perfect. We were really pleased. They were in and out. We actually had a problem since one of the pipes while they were re-inspecting the cellar was restricting a little bit and they came out the next day or so and got everything sorted out. So, even after the fact, they were totally responsive. They were great. The price was very fair. It wasn’t the cheapest but it also wasn’t the most expensive. We had a very tight timeline and they came in and knocked it out. They cleaned everything up. They were prompt and did everything they were supposed to."
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Quality Air Pros
5.0(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"A number of my homeowners and I worked with John Love, owner of Quality Air Pros for having our crawlspace encapsulated and vents sealed to reduce humidity in our homes. Since John could perform work in numerous homes in one area, John gave us special pricing. Each day, one homes crawlspace was leveled, sealed and setup for a dehumidifier to be installed. I purchased my own dehumidifier and set it up. With all the rain in our area this year the humidity under the house was kept at 45% or lower to help with mold, pests, allergies, and comfort in the home. Without the dehumidifier my cost was $1,350.00. It was done professionally and the crawlspace is neat and clean. I monitor my water output with a small hose from the dehumidifier and a bucket. It is unbelievable how much water was removed in the summer and fall. it truly helps with the allergies, humidity and the comfort of the home. I wish I would have done it sooner. It also make a big difference when selling your home."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Locust, 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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