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Hometown Air
5.0(
18
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Hometown Air was fantastic. A small, family owned company where both the owners are very involved and passionate about their business. I could tell how much they truly wanted to help me in my situation. Ryan (one of the owners) was kind and extremely knowledgeable about our situation. I had complete faith that he would be able to take care of everything without a hitch, which is exactly what happened. I would highly recommend Hometown Air and will be using them in the future!"
AFTER: Furnace
Heating and Air Conditioning Project
BEFORE: Furnace
BEFORE: Outdoor A/C unit
AFTER: Outdoor A/C unit

+4

Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Riley Plumbing & Heating
4.3(
56
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Serviceman showed up, survey the problem. Promised to come back the day. He came back as promised, removed the busted sillcock frost free hose bib and install a new replacement ."
Thermostat
AC Unit
AC Unit
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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BCV Remodels
4.8(
55
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Cesar worked on my window blinds that were stuck and wouldn't move up or down. He showed me what the problem was, which helped me decide that I will replace them instead of fixing them, especially since the fix would not last since the blinds were too big and heavy for the mechanism that raises and lowers them. He removed the 2 blinds as I asked him to and I'm happy to be rid of them. I found Cesar to be very courteous, professional, prompt and helpful in educating me about the issue the blinds had. I will definitely call on him again! I recommended him to my best friend within 5 minutes of his leaving my house."
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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Cool Breeze
5.0(
8
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cool Breeze have always provided great service for me and my clients and have done a great job. Their techs show up on time and look professional. They walked my clients and I through the system provided honest feedback on if repairs are needs or not. I will use and refer them in the future and highly recommend."
New system install
New system install
New system install
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Precision Air Of Nothern Nevada LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was extremely pleased with both the product and the service that was provided. Joe and his team stayed in constant communication with me throughout the process. One thing I really appreciated was that he discovered that the unit that was installed by the builder was larger than I needed, and therefore was not running efficiently. He explained to me in a way I could understand what the difference was in the sizes and why a smaller unit was actually better for my house. This saved me money, not only on the unit itself, but also on my energy bills, which was a savings I saw immediately. The work was done well and on time, and the follow up service was also excellent. Joe checked in with me several times after the installation to make sure that I continued to be happy with the work. I was impressed enough with the service I received that I hired him to come back and extend my exterior gas line from my barbecue grill to my fire pit. Once again, the work was done efficiently and well and for a fair price. I definitely recommend this company to anybody who has HVAC needs."
Flanges and 007 Pump
Lochinvar Knight KHB Series, 118 Gallon Squire Indirect Side Arm.
Domestic & Closed Loop through Side Arm Piping
Axiom Auto-Fill and Expansion Tank
Primary/Secondary Loop with Tertiary off the Primary

+5

Response time1 day
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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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