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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
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Serving Milton, WI 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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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Nordic Air Heating and Cooling
5.0(
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Serving Milton, WI and surrounding areas

We are a growing fast paced southeastern WI locally owned HVAC company that provides skilled and professional work with over 20 years experience in the Heating and Cooling industry we do it all from Furnace and AC tune ups to complete new home HVAC system designs! Not only is the quality of work guaranteed to exceed expectations but the cost of our work is also guaranteed to be the best in the industry with our unique pricing structure that under cuts the competition!\n

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Sears Heating and Cooling - Milwaukee
4.3(
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Serving Milton, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1893

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The man who came to my house to describe the furnaces and help determine which one I wanted could not have been more wonderful. He was helpful and efficient. We had agreed on a week when the work would be done. The installers called and wanted to come a week earlier. I okayed it, but it wasn't the best day for me. They were nice and efficient. The new furnace appears to be exactly what I wanted. However, the new thermostat control was a different size and shape from the original one and they didn't patch the holes or repaint the edges--not a big deal but when I got a security system a few weeks ago, they did do all that finishing."
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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ThermaTek Heating and Air
4.5(
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Serving Milton, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I had a great experience with Thermatek heating and air. I called in the morning and they were able to fit me in the schedule that same day. They were professional, knowledgeable, and tidy. Highly recommend and will use again."
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Master Services, Inc.
4.2(
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Serving Milton, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Master Services installed a new gas furnace for us 3 years ago. We have had them come each year since to check our furnace . Each technician has been very knowledgeable. Recently our thermostat failed and they were quick to schedule us in and replace. Very happy with their response."
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+8

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Atkinson Building & Grounds Maintenance LLC
5.0(
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Serving Milton, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! Atkinson Maintenance kept in contact with me through the whole process, he let me know what I needed and got it done right away! I did not have to wait for him to come and give me a quote or fix the problem!"
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Complete RE Services LLC
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Serving Milton, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alan is handy on everything we have asked him to do, as I am not handy. Personal, easy to get along with, answers all questions. From fixing ceiling fan, patch a roof, backboards for my horseshoe court. When ants destroyed would on window sills, Al took out bad wood and cut new boards and fitted. Also bathroom shower and fittings needed replaced, Al saw the problem and got the correct fittings and replaced. Al has been so helpful these 6 years we have known him. I can call text him and he gets back to me in a timely manner. I would refer Al to anyone doing anything they have. Al is the best"
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Milton, WI

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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