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Carlson Heating And Cooling
4.9(
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Serving Poplar Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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Warranties offered

"I’ve used Carlson Heating & Cooling twice and have been very satisfied both times. In 2024, I had them inspect my furnace and AC. They arrived on time, were professional, and gave my system a clean bill of health—without recommending any unnecessary repairs. In 2005, when my AC stopped working, they quickly diagnosed a dead compressor and recommended a replacement. Impressively, they waived the $225 charge for the initial visit and parts. The replacement was completed on schedule, exactly within the estimated cost. The technicians were friendly, informative, and professional throughout the process. They also cleaned up thoroughly, leaving no mess behind. I trust Carlson Heating & Cooling completely and will continue to use them for future service. I highly recommend them to anyone needing a system check-up, repair, or replacement."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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G & R Heating & Air
4.5(
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Serving Poplar Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I recently hired them for central A/C installation and furnace replacement, and the experience was excellent. The team was professional, arrived on time, and completed the work efficiently. Everything is running perfectly now, and my home feels much more comfortable."
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123 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Air Solutions Heating Air-Conditioning Duct Cleaning
4.9(
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Serving Poplar Grove, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Air Solutions was very professional and informative during a routine cleaning/humidifier replacement. Prefer to use a smaller (family owned) business who is local to me. Signed up for their maintenance program in addition."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Poplar Grove, IL 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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All Star Installations Inc
4.4(
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Serving Poplar Grove, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All Star Installations Inc was professional in every way. We had our roof replaced and our chimney cap repaired. They did both jobs with skill and precision. They were thorough, hardworking, and an immense pleasure to work with. They did a tremendous job from start to finish and the clean up was impeccable. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The new roof and chimney cap on our home looks amazing! I highly recommend All Star Installations Inc. Ryan and Chris are top notch!!"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Integrity Renovations & Electric
4.1(
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Serving Poplar Grove, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The job became more complex than originally thought because a previous fan installation had included some unusual wiring. This was probably why my previous fan had burned out. The electricians straightened out the wiring and the new fan/light works well. I would not hesitate to hire these electricians again."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Innovation Heating & A/C
5.0(
8
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Serving Poplar Grove, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Called them as A/C was not working. They came out and refreshed freon. that was $215 fee. Our A/C was old and we were advised that it may or may not last. We decided to get a new A/C as ours was 20 years old. They advised me of the different models that they work with and gave me a written estimate and let me choose. The.y also subtracted the cost of the freon from the installation cost of a new A/C. One thing that was very impressive was that they were very punctual and gave us estimated time to have work completed. We ran into many other vendors who could not seem to provide accurate information. My wife and I felt an immediate concern for our worries from Oscar. We felt our needs were met and was very happy with service provided. I appreciated the way we were treated. This is a small business that seems to go the extra mile for you."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Water boyz
5.0(
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Serving Poplar Grove, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a great experience with the water boys my kids Destroyed my car in the water boys made it look brand new bye the way I have 6 kids You only can imagine how dirty it was thank you water boys I don’t get no better than this"
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Poplar Grove, IL

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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