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A Maynor Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Maynor replaced one of our AC units. This installation by Sergio, Austin, and Marcus was done quickly, efficiently, and professionally. I highly recommend Maynor for their service."
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14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carolina Comfort Air Inc
4.6(
245
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carolina Comfort Air installed a new HVAC system in my home, including the replacement of all of the original ductwork in the attic.  Consultant Jose was great.  He recommended a split duct system to allows the downstairs and upstairs to operate on separate thermostats.  He was able to schedule the installation in a timely manner.  The installation crew - Adrian, KJ, Joe and Aaron - were courteous, professional, knowledgeable and considerate and did a great job of cleaning up behind themselves at the end of each day.  The office staff were very responsive when I called with questions.  Carolina Comfort Air came highly recommended by a friend, and they did not disappoint.  I am very pleased with the installation and customer service.  I definitely recommend."
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Our Carolina Comfort Air crew hit the greens for a great cause and even better camaraderie.
Our team had a blast showing future HVAC pros how systems work at this outdoor demo. Hands-on learning = lasting impact!

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Response time1 day
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Aznag Pro Heating & Cooling LLC
New to Angi

Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I’m the owner of Aznag Pro Heating & Cooling LLC, a licensed and insured HVAC company serving Raleigh and the Triangle. I specialize in residential service, diagnostics, and installations, and I focus on reliable repairs, clear communication, and high-quality work.

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Enhanced Heating Cooling
4.6(
76
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After 3 weeks of living with no air conditioning, and a leaky ceiling, during which time I had 5 technicians (3 from one company that doesn't even have an option to leave a voicemail after 5pm!) attempt (and fail) to fix the problem, I finally had to get a new system. 



I sincerely hope you don't need to replace your AC system any time soon, but just in case you do, I highly recommend  Alpine Heating and Air.  Their telephone number is: 919-404-1717.  They went above and beyond customer service, and addressed my concerns, explained answers to my questions in detail re: energy efficiency, payment, warranty, etc., and did exactly what they said they would do re: installing on time.  I have a 10 year warranty for parts and labor and a lifetime warranty for the compressor.  If it breaks (the outside unit), they will replace the entire thing.



A week after my system was installed, the unimaginable happened, and my ceiling was leaking again!!!   I couldn't believe it!!!  I called them - this was on a Sunday evening at around 8:00pm - and they told me that they would send someone over right away, and they did.  I told them that this was unacceptable, and that I expected them to replace it w/a new system.  They assured me that they would do that if necessary. Fortunately, the issue wasn't the system, but the pipe in front of it, which the technician replaced.  I was still in shock that my brand new system had leaked, and I asked him to open the panel in front of the system to ensure that everything was OK.  He went back out to his truck and got his tools and it was fine.



The next morning, Alpine called me and apologized for what happened, and offered to have my ceiling fixed.  I was very surprised, and I told them that I wanted to give full disclosure, and that although it had leaked because of the pipe, I told them that I had previous damage from my other AC, but they said it was OK and that they wanted to make things right, so they sent someone to repair it (no charge to me). "
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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CMC Service Experts
4.6(
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Chase & Eric were incredible! They installed a Generac entire home generator. Their speed, quality of work, and professionalism were incredible. They patiently explained how everything worked. They went above and beyond. I highly recommend CMC and their team."
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Generator Installation
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Ceiling Fan Installation & Replacement
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+28

Recommended by89%of homeowners
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E&J Heating&Cooling
5.0(
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Scheduled an appt., requesting a quote. He showed up on time, inspect what needed to be done. He said he would call us to give his quote, but we never heard back from him. if we did not hire the other HVAC company, my husband and I would definitely consider using E&J Heating and Cooling to do the job."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Jonathan Mcneil HVAC
5.0(
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My a/c wasn't blowing cold air and Jonathan was able to come out within hours of my call. He quickly and accurately diagnosed the problem (failed blower motor and capacitor) and assured me that it would be fixed the same day. Once he found the part he quoted me a fair price and after the work was done, he charged exactly what he had quoted me. He did not once try to sell me a new unit or a maintenance contract or any of those things the big companies often do. If, like me, you are truly just wanting your existing HVAC unit repaired without having to worry about somebody giving you the hard sell, this is your man. He did a great job and I will contact him in the future when the next thing goes wrong with this old A/C unit of mine."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Smithfield, 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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