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Air Creation Heating & Cooling
4.8(
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Serving Prairieville, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The furnace blower motor at my fiancee's parents' house went out recently. Another servicer in Baton Rouge had quoted $2400 to fix it (with 2-4 days for the part to arrive). Air Creation was able to fix it the same day for $1075. Judah and Anthony were very easy to work with as we coordinated the repairs remotely from San Francisco. And they were proactive about handling the repair with COVID-19 precautions in place--something we were concerned about with my future in-laws being in their 80s. Friendly, competent, and cost-effective--if we need HVAC services again, we will definitely be calling them first."
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Prairieville, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Computer had been acting up for a while but I kept putting off getting it fixed.  After reading all the great reviews, I decided to give N.A.T.S. a call.  So glad I did.   Jim was able to resolve all my problems remotely - no drop off or pick up necessary - so convenient!  I feel like I have a brand new computer, it runs so well and FAST too.  I couldn't be happier and wouldn't hesitate to use his services again.  My only regret is that I didn't call him sooner.
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2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Red Stick Air
5.0(
11
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Serving Prairieville, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Last year, in the heat of the summer, our a/c unit started blowing warm. I had refrigerant added, but it only lasted a few weeks before blowing warm again. So I got a couple of different quotes for repair. Most of the companies told me that I needed to replace my entire a/c unit, at a cost of about $5 - $6,000. Joey, with Red Stick Air, came in with a tool and located the leak. It was the coil in the attic, and I could see right away that it was rusted and in bad shape. Joey let us know that we could replace the coil only and stop the leak. He said that while the system is old (about 10 years), the coil is usually what leaks first due to the moisture in it's environment causing rust. With a new coil, we might get some more years out of the unit. We got a coil instead a new unit, saved thousands, and it's been working for about 10 months now. I really appreciate someone taking the time to explain what was happening, and let me make a decision about repairing the leak, versus being given a blanket quote by someone that just says "recommend replacement.""
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Southern Louisiana Heating and Air, LLC
4.8(
10
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Serving Prairieville, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

"Very honest, and arrived on time. Could have charged more and installed an unnecessary part, but came back for a second check before buying the part to install. Second check revealed that part was unnecessary. I am a happy customer."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Total Maintenance Inc
4.2(
66
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Serving Prairieville, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We first had TM out for our yearly fall furnace maintenence inspection. The service tech was helpful but unfortunately the pilot wouldnt stay lit on our old furnace because of a damaged gas control valve. (This was diagnosed after first changing the thermocouple and a few other things). In lieu of replacing the $400 part on our 24 year-old furnace we opted for replacement. We got several estimates (4+) and their's was the second best as far as price (about $120 more than the cheapest estimate), but they could be out the quickest and we chose them because we had been using them for our HVAC needs. They gave us an estimated arrival time between 800-1000 and said the work would take between 4-6 hours to replace. They arrived promptly at exactly 8:00AM and were finished by 11:30.
The overall work was good, but to get a similar parts/labor warranty to a competitor we did have to pay extra ($150 more than competitor pricing for similar extended warranty). Also, the coupon stated for ALL installations did not specify full system installations but was not honored for the partial installation of the furnace only. Also, we were told 12/months same as cash financing over the phone, but the person who processed it, processed it for only 6 months. This is not a major issue for us as we intended to pay it off in less than that time anyway, but I can see how it could be for other customers so it is worth mentioning.
For these reasons I couldn't give the full A-Excellent remark for their most recent visit, although we will continue to use them in the future for our HVAC needs as all other service calls from them I would rate as an A experience.
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Mike's Home Services
5.0(
8
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Serving Prairieville, LA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Mikes Home Services offer a wide range of in home repair, maintenance and installation services in a multitude of different trades. We have the experience so we can cover all of you and your homes needs. Family owned and operated, we understand that quality service builds permanent relationships. At Mikes Home Services we make your home happy!

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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No Sweat A/C LLC
4.9(
7
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Serving Prairieville, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are so pleased with the service from No Sweat A/C! We had broken ducts and the owner Clynt came out and assessed the situation right away. He and his helper did a great job and fixed the problem. We now can use our unit again! Very professional, courteous, and with a great work ethic. We highly recommend No Sweat Air A/C! Thank you so much!"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Prairieville, LA 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 Prairieville, LA

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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