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Preferred Home Improvements
4.7(
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Serving Scales Mound, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dillon was a great guy and worked fast and efficient. My house is 50 plus years old and the duct work had never been cleaned. Post the work, the house even smelled better. I am in the middle of a complete remodel and living in the house. I had all 11 vent grilles removed -(saved Dillon a pile of time not having to remove and re-install) and I would have thought a discount would have been in order."
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Scales Mound, IL 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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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Serving Scales Mound, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"hey made a low ball offer to buy out the liability $700 vs a $2,800 liability. Then the "phone went dead". After a more than a month of calls and no response or deflected response with no resolution and no working refrigeration, I looked up the VP Service on LinkedIn. Once he got involved via his admin everything moved very quickly, and we resolved the issue to our mutual satisfaction. When I contacted the initial repairman he indicated that in the case of replacement, this is "normal" for AHS."
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ProTech Heating & Cooling, Inc.
5.0(
1
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Serving Scales Mound, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

ProTech Heating & Cooling, Inc. is an industry leader in the area. Our specialist are industry leaders in all types of HVAC. We have been in the industry since 2017, and serviced hundreds of customers throughout our tenure. Before, I was a contractor specifically doing all types of commercial and industrial projects. Now I am focused on helping locally in my area.\n

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sears Heating and Cooling - Rockford
2.8(
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Serving Scales Mound, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1893

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Sears Home Improvement Products � Heating and Cooling\n\nSears can provide the right solution to your home improvement needs. We offer a full line of exclusive Kenmore� and Carrier� heating and cooling systems. Get the brands you trust from the name you recognize � Sears. Schedule your FREE In-Home Consultation today!\n

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Transform Home Improvements (formerly Sears)
2.4(
570
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Serving Scales Mound, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Salesman was very informative and the crew did a great job with the installation. Couldn't be happier and the windows literally cut my utility bill in half so great product!"
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Scales Mound, IL

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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