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The Plumbing Machines
5.0(
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Serving Rumsey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My water heater went out and needed a new one Ruben and Maurice came to my home And quoted me on my options I ended up going with a new style tankless water heater I can’t be happier with how it performs and the installation process Will definitely recommend this company to my friends and family"
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Service Champions Heating & Air Conditioning
4.6(
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Serving Rumsey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team of four was very professional and performed an excellent job in a record period of time. Just one day to take the old furnace away, replace all the old boots and duct work and install the new furnace. They paid a lot of attention not to damage or dirty the floor/carpet. I am very happy with their performance. They may not be the cheapest on the block but it was all worthed and you only have to do that once in your lifetime."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Rumsey, CA 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(
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Serving Rumsey, CA 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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4 Corners Construction inc.
5.0(
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Serving Rumsey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I really enjoy working with Glen from Four Corners. He cares about the product that he provides his customers! He and his crew handled the remodel on my home. If I have more remodel/construction needs in the future I will definitely call Glen from Four Corners!"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Park Mechanical Heating & Air Conditioning
4.2(
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Serving Rumsey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1911

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Great service tech. replaced a capacitor and got us up and got us running. Cleaned the unit as well. Joined the Shamrock Club. WATCH OUT FOR THE FREE PLUMBING INSPECTION!! Was an excuse to try and sell us a new hot water system for $10,500.00. Service is good ... say no to Plumbing Inspection"
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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INSTALL GURU
5.0(
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Serving Rumsey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Credit card accepted

"Rolland did a good job. Repairing our dishwasher . my wife was really pleased and we would highly recommend and would hire him in the future for any other appliances that need repair."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Rumsey, CA

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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