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Byrum Heating & AC
New to Angi

Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Bradham Comfort Services
4.9(
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Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience. Gary, the estimator showed up on time, evaluated the existing upstairs AC, and gave me two options to replace the evaporator coil and outside condenser with firm prices. Included in the estimates was also addition work I requested. All of the work was done the following Monday. The new unit is 2.0 SEER2 better than the old unit. Bradham Brothers included a new programmable thermostat with WiFi access. They also provided two new CO2 detectors. The county inspector was pleased with their work. All total, Bradham Brothers exceeded my expectations."
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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
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American Air Heating & Cooling Inc
4.4(
72
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Serving Matthews, 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
5.0(
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Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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 Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have been using the company for about 7-8 years. I recently had an issue with the heat pump. They were very responsive and came right out. I called them on a Sunday morning and they were out in about 40 minutes. He had to replace 2 parts but only charged me for one of the parts. He did not want to take a chance on having the other part fail down the road and for me to be charged again for that. They try to go the most cost effective route and will not price gauge.I know the owner personally and have known him for several years. He runs an excellent outfit. Being on their plan has really helped me out and gives me great service. They provide an excellent service and are very customer oriented. They are very helpful and happy to work with you on whatever you need. They have always explained to me what they are doing and why which I have really appreciated. They like to keep me informed and are very interactive."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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ER Services
4.7(
682
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Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Reggie did a superior job installing the new valve within two hours. He appreciated the fact that I had opened the wall for him (doing the grunt work), and saved him time on that--- although he does this quite routinely when there is no access panel. I feel that the price was on the high side ($400) for only two hours of labor. I did discuss this with the office manager subsequently, and she graciously made on adjustment given that I performed all of the prep work. It is important to note that this company Automatically charges a $79 estimate fee whether you do the work or not, and this is NOT subtracted from the job price. Secondly, this company does Not charge by the hour, but has an established fee for each type of plumbing job. This being said, I would work with this company again. Again, I was pleased with the work that Reggie performed."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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McCoy Plumbing
4.7(
871
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Serving Matthews, 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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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Matthews, 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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