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NETR Inc
4.7(
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I bought my unit from NETR in 2018. It worked fine until we discovered it wasn't blowing any cold air. I made the big mistake of hiring someone a family friend recommended and they diagnosed it incorrectly and then basically disappeared on me. Anyway, it took a few weeks but they repaired it today and I was impressed with their courtesy and getting the job done very quickly and successfully. I felt like I was being dealt with honestly. Thanks, Jared and Jack. I should mention I paid about $300 for the refrigerant today. I don't know what the final cost will be but probably a bit over $1000."
SOUTH END CONDO RECEIVES MITSUBISHI DUCTLESS SYSTEM
SOUTH END CONDO RECEIVES MITSUBISHI DUCTLESS SYSTEM
SOUTH END CONDO RECEIVES MITSUBISHI DUCTLESS SYSTEM
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+9

27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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J. Griffin Heating & Plumbing, Inc.
5.0(
27
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. I went to Angies List in a panic because it was raining in my basement when the shower was running. Less than 5 minutes after I consulted with Angies List I received a call from J. Griffin and within an hour they were at my house. I don't even know how to thank Jeff, I was expecting the worst and got the best! He knew immediately what the problem was, he clearly knew his business very well. The problem was more or less user error and I was a little embarrassed but Jeff never made me feel as though it was a bother or a nuisance to respond and he refused to charge me as much as I thought he was worth. I'm so sorry I just realized I didn't hit submit on this review. It was several months ago, but I still wanted to finish this because they were so wonderful."
Navien 95% combi boiler install
steam oil to natural gas conversion
Navien boiler
Navien Boiler
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+15

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.5(
5,208
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed our boiler replaced and had multiple companies come and look at the job. We ended up selecting Sila as we read good reviews on the company. Sila surpassed our expectations. The tech who performed the install (Gage) was on time, communicated the entire process to us from start to finish and did a tremendous job. He also made sure to clean up afterwards and was very professional. We would absolutely hire Sila again!"
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+6

Response time2 days
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Richmond's Home
5.0(
26
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our insurance company demanded without any prior notice that we immediately do a ton of work on the house -- removing vegetation on a garage roof, fixing cracks in the cement steps, replacing a baluster, etc. -- and that we do it immediately. Gerardo and his crew were fast, innovative, friendly and thoroughly efficient. We are continuing to use Gerardo for other things. We dropped the insurance company (Commerce). "
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+40

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Airco Home Comfort Services LLC
4.9(
27
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The project went well. There were some leaks after the initial installation, but these were fixed before any damage was done to the ceiling and wood flooring."
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+4

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Unique Indoor Comfort Heating & Cooling
4.7(
45
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1967

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We could not have been more pleased. We needed to replace our first floor AC, which is a split-type ductless system, about 17 years old. We had an idea of what the cost would be from an online site: [*** Link removed ***] We got 4 bids, 3 from A rated Angie's List contractors to install a Mitsubishi system (top of the line). Except for one, which was off the charts, the bids weren't that far apart. While Unique was not the lowest bid, we chose them for three reasons: (1) Jason (their rep) was the most savvy about the Mass Save and Mass CEC Air Source rebates, which were quite significant (he handled all the rebate paperwork for us); (2) Unique was able to do the job in a week; and (3) Unique included all the electric work into the total bid (rewiring was required). The installation team (John and Quinn) was excellent. It took them a day and half, They were quiet, neat, professional, highly respectful of our homes and proud of their work. We had worried that they would have to remove wooden ductwork which had been recently painted, but they managed to snake the new hoses through the existing ductwork without disturbing anything. Unique had an electrical contractor on site who replaced the breakers on our electrical panel, installed a higher capacity wire from the panel to the AC system, and replaced the cutoff switch on the outside. We were quite pleased with Unique's work, and would definitely recommend them to others."
Heat Pump
Mitsubishi Hyper Heat
Multiple Ductless Heat Pump Installation
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+6

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Weathervane Home Energy, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Weathervane Home Services is a trusted home performance contractor based in Burlington, MA, proudly serving Massachusetts and New Hampshire.\n\nWe provide no-cost Home Energy Assessments through Mass Save® and NHSaves, plus insulation upgrades, air sealing, weatherization, high-efficiency heating & cooling systems (including heat pumps, furnaces & boilers), water heaters, and electrical upgrades.\n\nOur focus: lower energy bills, maximize rebates & incentives, improve comfort, and deliver quality work that adds real value to your home.

Heat Pump Condensers
Ductless Mini Split
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Melrose, MA

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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