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Hometown Air
5.0(
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Best service in nevada. Ryan really cares about people and providing the best service. If you want quality hire Ryan you will be happy. Can't wait for him to Install our system."
AFTER: Furnace
Heating and Air Conditioning Project
BEFORE: Furnace
BEFORE: Outdoor A/C unit
AFTER: Outdoor A/C unit

+4

Response time1 day
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cool Breeze
5.0(
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very good,cleaned & tuned furnace,answered all my questions, gave me some suggestions, Dustin was very helpful, I would recommend cool breeze for heating & Cooling maintenance."
New system install
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+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BCV Remodels
4.6(
62
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Iâ d like to thank Ceaser Flores for the great job he did repairing our outside access door closure and locking system. Ceaser was relentless chasing down the replacement parts necessary for our issue. There was no product identification on our old door lock and it was necessary to find a duplicate so that we wouldnâ t have to repaint or refinish another type of installation. Very punctual and very professional, Ceaser got the job done! Excellent work and very much appreciated!"
new vinyl
new cabinets and counter top
kitchen put togeter excep paint
remodels
new door knobs

+22

Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Sierra Air Inc.
4.7(
114
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tech Mr. Richard Hilstad was very professional, explained what was being done every inch of the way. He showed me how the heater worked and all the parts he inspected. Replace the needed Heater Igniter part. The one in the heater was partially had turned white, it should be all black, as he showed me the new part. Of course I wanted it replaced otherwise mid winter the heater would not have worked, that would have been an extra $$ for a house visit! He had brought an air filter, I told him it was replaced only few months ago and it should be fine. But he said he would check it to see if that was the case. It was dirty, he replaced it. I have joined their Home Comfort Club so the air filter did not cost me anything and neither his services, I just had to pay for the Heater Igniter part. He also thanked me for having such a clean heater inside and out! As a woman I had never paid attention to heaters, A/Cs or anything else like that but I was happy how he showed it all to me. He took his time, answered my questions, set up the thermostated as I wanted. Previous services from the Sierra Air and their technicians made me a believer to have them take care of my house. Our house was brand new when we moved in on Feb 2004. Of course as years go by things wear out, need new parts. They are such a delight to do business with, I will be with the for a long time. Thank you Sierra Air!"
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Reception Area
Sheet Metal Shop
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Reno, NV 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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Hawthorne Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Reno
4.1(
146
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A technician from Hawthorne Plumbing came at the appointed time and did fabulous work! The shower drains perfectly now. Other vendors were quoting me in the $250-300 range, which seemed overpriced for about 20 minutes of work. Hawthorne had a "single drain special" for about $80, which was reasonable."
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Reno, NV

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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