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Greenwing Electrical
5.0(
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rockwell, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Went great, he picked a/c unit. Installed unit including the duck work. Wired unit in with bigger wiring (wire to code) and breaker. Very happy with the work done. I would highly recommend this company. Jason ever professional, I will be doing business again with him."
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Recessed lights and pendant lights
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Mocksville

+3

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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American Air Heating & Cooling Inc
4.4(
72
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rockwell, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner, Chad Adams, came out to provide me an estimate.  He fully reviewed my options, the costs, and the details of each option.  There was no pressure, just informative.  Great guy.
I decided on 7/22 to get one of the options and told Chad.  He scheduled me same day, which was a pleasant surprise. 
The team arrived about 10 and were fully completed around 3.  The installation went well, they cleaned up fully and we'd never know they were there.    The new system is great.
Overall great experience, and I will continue to use American Air for my system.


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+3

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Handyman Near Me
5.0(
20
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rockwell, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With, AJUnique Handyman Services we get your home repairs done right, on time, and at a price that won't break the bank. Call us for a free estimate on any project, big or small - your local, reliable handyman service with a commitment to, A Unique quality!" job you need done we are here to help quality an unique service and great price, With over 12 years of experience and One on One customer service bringing you along the process of your work , give us a call today. All of our work comes with a 30 day warranty.\n\n

Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Auxx Lift Installation
Handymen Project
Roofing Project

+36

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Pro Plumbing Air & Electric
4.4(
425
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rockwell, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1920

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They were able to come out the day of issue and fix it! We had a heating element go bad and they had the part on hand. It is awesome to know there is a company prepared to replace common components. Previous companies had to order parts but with these guys everything was painless."
Pro Plumbing
Pro Plumbing
Pro Plumbing
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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McCoy Plumbing
4.7(
871
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rockwell, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"McCoy plumbing called us and voiced an appropriate estimate and was very professional and we would definitely hire him in the future,However we had 3 different estimates and one could do the job in a more timely matter. But we would definitely hire this contractor in the future."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Aire Serv of Rowan County
4.8(
71
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rockwell, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent Aire Serve is a awesome company. Billy Bullard recommended a first rate Lennox heat pump for a low price. The Technicians were on time, very polite, and worked hard. They actually stayed over until the job is done. I am extremely happy with my new Lennox system, and would definitely recommend Aire Serve to anyone."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rockwell, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

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I called James at 8:20 am Saturday morning. He said he had two others ahead of me but would be at my house at 1:00 pm. He called at 12:50 to tell me he would be here in 5 minutes. He arrived at 12:55. What a pleasure to have someone show up on time, For the next 3+ hours, James worked on all three of my computers. The first computer had 6 viruses which were downloaded when we tried to download an internet game. James removed the viruses, showed me how to prevent this from happening in the future, and then correctly installed the internet game. IN addition, he updated all programs, removed unnecessary programs, and installed

new programs to improve the quality. Jim then did the same work on my other two computers, one of which was found to have 232 viruses.
I am not computer literate; therefore, I cannot recall the details of additional work James did on all 3 computers. All I know is the computers are running smoothly and quickly. The cost was very reasonable.
I will use James in the future, and highly recommend him to others.
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2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Qualified Electrical Services
4.9(
40
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rockwell, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Gerald is my new handyman! He’s very professional. His service is fast and efficient. I booked him for the assembly of a queen size bed frame & headboard. I requested his services around 9am, he arrived to my residence at 10:30am, then finished at 11:30am! PHENOMENAL!! He ensured that it was to my liking and moved it around until it was in the perfect spot. He also made sure it wasn’t crooked and even informed me how to properly move it if I decide to move it again so that it wouldn’t break or become damaged. If you need a trustworthy, reliable, and talented handyman he is definitely the right guy!"
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Rockwell, NC

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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