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NuBlue Air
4.4(
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Serving Shelby, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Service Tech msg when he was on his way. Arrived on time and was very professional. However, the estimate for the replacement unit was 3 times higher than what a unit should cost to replace. So needless to say, I was disappointed in their quote."
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+36

Response time1 day
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Bradham Comfort Services
4.9(
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Serving Shelby, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Roman (tech) came out, identified the problem quickly, was professional as always and we were good to go in an hour. They are my HVAC contractor now for at least 10 years."
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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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American Air Heating & Cooling Inc
4.4(
72
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Serving Shelby, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"American Air Heating & Cooling Inc. ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ 0:15 ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ ⁩ Add a photo American Air Heating & Cooling Inc. 4.7 (192) HVAC contractor in Rock Hill, South CarolinaOpen OVERVIEW SERVICES DIRECTORY REVIEWS PHOTOS BY OWNER ABOUT Google review summary 5 4 3 2 1 4.7 (192) Reviews All job15 call14 diagnosed11 community10 +6 Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest Kelly 2 reviews 17 minutes ago NEW I highly recommend American Air, everyone was so professional and kind from the minute I called. They installed a new HVAC system for my home, and worked with my home warranty company ,Brooke was amazing and I can't thank her enough. The installers did a fantastic job!! Thank you so much everyone at American Air!! Victoria Carter 9 reviews a month ago Service: HVAC system maintenance Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value I cannot thank you guys enough. Chad Jr and Allen came out to reroute our condensate line due to 4 leaks in our laundry room over a 15 month period. Chad arrived and told us he didn't think doing this work was necessary. He suggested us … More American Air Heating & Cooling Inc. (Owner) a month ago Hi Victoria, thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We value your positive feedback and are pleased to hear that Chad Jr and Allen were able to offer you helpful and sincere advice. At American Air Heating & Cooling Inc., integrity is of the utmost importance to us, and it is our constant goal to identify the optimal solutions for our customers. We hope you have a nice day! Henry Eldridge 5 reviews 3 months ago Service: A/C system repair Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value What a great experience with American Air. My Technician David Parker called ahead and diagnosed our problem quickly. He was very efficient and was able to fix the issue in a short period of time. I will be calling American Air in September to start their Service club program. American Air Heating & Cooling Inc. (Owner) 3 months ago Hi Henry, we pride ourselves on providing efficient and effective service, and we're pleased that you had a great experience with our technician at American Air Heating & Cooling Inc. Thank you, and we look forward to serving you again in our September Service Club program. JJK III 2 reviews a month ago Service: HVAC system maintenance When I called, girl at the office was very polite and helpful. Service technician, David Parker, was at my house within an hour from my call. Very knowledgeable, professional and courteous. Highly recommended. American Air Heating & Cooling Inc. (Owner) a month ago Thank you for your positive review of American Air Heating & Cooling Inc., Jjk. We're thrilled you had a great experience with our team. From our polite and helpful office staff to our skilled technician, David Parker, we strive to provide our customers with the best service possible. Have a beautiful day. Kelly 2 reviews 17 minutes ago NEW I highly recommend American Air, everyone was so professional and kind from the minute I called. They installed a new HVAC system for my home, and worked with my home warranty company ,Brooke was amazing and I can't thank her enough. The installers did a fantastic job!! Thank you so much everyone at American Air!!"
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Aj unqiue handyman
5.0(
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Serving Shelby, 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

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+36

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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R & B Climate Control LLC
4.5(
39
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Serving Shelby, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I met the owner, who came on short notice when a company doing conversion of our water heater to natural gas did something that ‘shorted out’ our AC.  I was so impressed with their service that we signed a continuing maintenance agreement.  They come out twice a year to check out your heating and cooling system to head off any potential problems.  They haven’t tried to upsell us anything upon their inspections, they did find a ‘switch’ that was going bad and replaced it this past spring.  They didn’t say we HAD to have it replaced but that it might not make it through the summer; so we did have it replaced. It cost around $80."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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McCoy Plumbing
4.7(
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Serving Shelby, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a fantastic job. Came out and realized they needed parts. Had another technician arrive an hour or so later with the parts and he did a very professional job. Helped me install the grill and make sure it was working properly."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Shelby, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jim did a great job. He quickly assessed the problem and then took our unit with him to work on it more. When he got back to us, the fix would have cost more than it was worth. He gave us options for a new or refurbished PC. We felt the refurbished was a good deal and chose that. He came back and set that up and we are very happy with it. He then took a look at my laptop and again took it along. He tuned it up and installed a speed upgrade we wanted. Of course, we paid extra for the new unit and upgrades, but we thought the price was very fair. Jim seemed very knowledgeable and responsive. We will definitely call him again if we need any computer services."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Empire Carpet & Blinds
4.6(
206
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Serving Shelby, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tim, the Sales Associate was knowledgable and was able to match the correct type of carpet for our needs. He was able to move up the installation date which helped us tremendously since we couldn't move in until the carpets were installed. The installers were professional and did an ecellent job. I would definitely use them again."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Fresh Air Technologies, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Shelby, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

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"The energy audit person left the company shortly after, so it took me several calls to figure out what had happened and to get the insulation installation scheduled. Once there, the 2 guys who actually put in the insulation were very professional and did a good job.
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Mike's Painting & Pressure Washing
4.7(
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Serving Shelby, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I would highly recommend this business.  We had them come and restain the deck and at first just powerwash the house.  They scheduled the work right away.  After doing the pressure washing, there were some areas with paint chips under the soffit.  Mike offered to repaint those for free.  During this, they noticed areas of the soffit that were rotten, so we had them repair those areas of the wood.  They also fixed a few screens that were damaged during the pressure washing for free.  
Everything turned out great, and we are very happy we had this work done.  Mike and Crystal are very professional and easy to work with.  I will be having them do some more work on our house in the near future.
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Shelby, 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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