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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
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Serving Nicholasville, KY 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
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Dauenhauer Plumbing
4.4(
102
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Serving Nicholasville, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1958

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We called Dauenhauer to have someone diagnose low hot water pressure in the kitchen faucet. Nate found a blockage in the tubing but also noticed a leak in the faucet and suggested replacing the faucet along with the tubing. This saved us from needing a second service call in the future. As the faucet is customer supplied, we were able to purchase one based on their recommendation. Nate and Jason returned a day later and were prompt, polite, and efficient. We are pleased with their work and will definitely use Dauenhauer plumbing for all future plumbing needs and recommend them to others."
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GraceLand Air LLC
5.0(
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Serving Nicholasville, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Graceland Air did an amazing job installing our mini split heating system. Paul was very knowledgeable and was able to answer all our questions. Install was quick and simple. We highly recommend them for all your heating/cooling needs!"
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Fayette Heating & Air || H20 Maestro
4.1(
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Serving Nicholasville, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Inspection revealed issue with electrical component of condenser unit. Quickly fixed. Other small maintenance items of HVAC system. Install of UV lights. Brendan was punctual, polite and efficient."
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Bluegrass Heating and Air
5.0(
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Serving Nicholasville, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Husband was deployed when my unit went out and Brian is a Veteran so I called him. He was prompt, informative and tried his best to fix without replacing. I was confident in what he told me and the work he done. Kept me posted on the progress and made the unit area look better than before he started. Does excellent work, cleans up when done. I wouldn’t use anyone else for my HVAC needs."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Nicholasville, KY

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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