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Purl's Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning
4.6(
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Serving Oakhurst, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1952

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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I recently purchased an HVAC diagnostic service from Purl's Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning.

My tenant in Clovis, CA notified me that his PG&E bill was an excessive $500 a month and he thought something might be  wrong with the HVAC System.  Consequently, I contacted Purl's Air Conditioning and purchased the HVAC Diagnostic Service.  The Diagnostic Service report recommended replacing the HVAC System or compressor.    

I have been a Landlord for more than 40 years and I have always made it a practice of getting two or three bids for any major repairs, whether it's for my own home or one of my rentals.  When one of the A/C Contractors inspected the HVAC system in the Clovis rental, he indicated to me that the major reason for the heat loss was due the following: "The return was completely disconnected and a 7" supply collar was disconnected and just blowing in the attic...".  I spoke with a local A/C Contractor that recently installed a new HVAC System in my home and he said the diagnostic service would have detected the duct problem on my rental unit. 

The main reason I only gave a "C" rating for the HVAC Diagnostic Service was due to the technician's failure to report the above described duct problem to me.








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UV light inside our customers HVAC package system.
Replacing package air conditioning systems with new energy efficient gas-elec systems.
Purl's Sheet Metal installs UV lights in your home or business to help clean the air your breathe.
New Carrier package gas-electric systems to be installed.
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
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Serving Oakhurst, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jim is local.  It went great. Jim Ferrell is a professional of the highest caliber. Responded quickly, took care of my problems, and advised me as to better means of protection than I had. He came back a second time to uninstall software that I purchased that did not provide adequate protections and installed free software that would do the job.  He did the work through remote connection, but is available on site if necessary.
For those people needing help on getting red of malware, viruses , etc. on your computer,  Jim is local, better than all thse remote out of state location providers, is a mature, highly trained professional in this area.
If you go to local computer stores you get very young people that can do a basic job, but are no where near the professional level of Jim.
I highly recommend Jim to anyone that needs these type services.
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2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving Oakhurst, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mega Power Electric is an excellent company to work with. Gary and his team are knowledgeable, honest, and will go out of their way to get the job done right. We installed panels and solar battery storage unit in our home and we're reaping the benefits of being clean and green."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Landmark Energy Upgrades
4.8(
59
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Serving Oakhurst, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'm very happy with the work that was done by Landmark construction and energy crew. At first, we met with Ron that came over and met with us about the issues that we had with our water heater and with the bills that we currently pay for electric. Ron recommended us to replace the bulky old water heater and to install a tankless system that will supply hot water immediately and with the use of less gas. We liked that idea and we decided to go for this project. Ron came over to our house with his 2 people that basically took care of all the removal and the installation of the new system. The work that they did took only 2 days from start to finish and now we have more space at the garage, and the bills are much lower than before…."
Cool Roof Install
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HVAC Air Duct
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+6

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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America's Best Inc
4.1(
2,198
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Serving Oakhurst, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were good. For what they did, the price was fine. I think the thing that was unexpected for me was that they really did not go up on a ladder or anything and do the windows. They sprayed something up there and hoped for the best. Although it was better when they left, I did not know they were going to do the way they did it. You can only expect so much when they spray something on it from the ground. The quality was okay. It was not that awful. They showed up on time when they were supposed to. Their professionalism was fine. I would not use them again in the future because I do not think you can do the best job in the world from the ground on a two-story window."
10,000 square foot home
We love Los Angeles
skylight cleaning
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Honest Handyman
4.6(
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Serving Oakhurst, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joshua is a rare breed, a handyman that is not only handy but seems to actually take pride in his work AND cares about his customers.  Every time I text Joshua with a problem he gets back to me within a 30 minutes, always with a positive attitude and a choice of how you want your project done (quick fix or real fix).  He explains everything carefully and asks if you understand or if you have questions.  Best part you get all this and very resonable prices, he expresses the fact that he cares that his customers are not overcharged, another reviewer mentioned character, I think in goes farther...Joshua has integrity, so rare to find in a serviceperson these days.
When my fence came down during our recent wind events, Joshua offered to come over in major winds a do a patch job until he could do the all day real fix the following week.  When he came over to fix my fence he knew I was having trouble getting my neighboor to pay her portion, so he worked with me to keep the cost down without compromising the quility of the job.  I was very impressed with his skill and attention to detail, even during the clean-up.  Will I use Jpshua. Brown for future projects...ABSOLUTLY!
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Oakhurst, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"New installation went well. I was a little upset that only 50% was covered being that the unit was 19 years old. I'm sure that parts for something that old would be hard to find. Replacement was recommended."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Oakhurst, CA

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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