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Carolina Air Heating & Cooling
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Serving Southern Pines, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

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Since 1999, Carolina Air, Inc. Heating, Cooling & Plumbing has been providing expert service and repair for heating, cooling, and plumbing systems throughout Moore County and the surrounding areas. By combining our decades of experience with a commitment to quality and attention to detail, we ensure every job is done right the first time. From HVAC to plumbing, we're here to provide reliable, comprehensive service

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Carolina Comfort Air Inc - Fayetteville
4.8(
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Serving Southern Pines, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Brian Barefoot, out technician did a thorough inspection of our dual zone system and made adjustments on the Honeywell control panel. He wore a mask and booties. Brian answered my questions respectfully. Services were provided under H&H Home warranty. As an Angie's List Member for many years, I would not hesitate to recommend the firm and technician."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
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Serving Southern Pines, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jim is local.  It went great. Jim Ferrell is a professional of the highest caliber. Responded quickly, took care of my problems, and advised me as to better means of protection than I had. He came back a second time to uninstall software that I purchased that did not provide adequate protections and installed free software that would do the job.  He did the work through remote connection, but is available on site if necessary.
For those people needing help on getting red of malware, viruses , etc. on your computer,  Jim is local, better than all thse remote out of state location providers, is a mature, highly trained professional in this area.
If you go to local computer stores you get very young people that can do a basic job, but are no where near the professional level of Jim.
I highly recommend Jim to anyone that needs these type services.
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2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Elite Climate Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Serving Southern Pines, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff removed an oil tank, replaced my electric water heater with gas water heater and replaced my oil burner with gas furnace. Heating with gas much cleaner than oil. Very pleased with Jeff's work and would use his services again."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lane's Contracting
4.6(
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Serving Southern Pines, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! Lane's Contracting kept me informed of any changes on my schedule date, they also let me know prior to my materials arriving. Was able to have the roof removed and installed in 1.5 days! Awesome work! Also, had a window installed and Gerardo was excellent to work with . I would definitely refer all of my friends and family to Lane's Contracting for any roofing, siding or window projects!"
Replacement windows
Roof replacement
Vinyl siding
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Mike's Painting & Pressure Washing
4.7(
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Serving Southern Pines, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mike and Crystal were very professional from the first phone contact through the completion of the work. They showed up on time, their work was neat and they worked very efficiently. My windows were in pretty bad shape. They really took their time and prepped them very well which showed in the finished product. When asked to redo or touch up anything it was done without question. In the end we received a very good paint job on a timely basis and at a competitive price. I have already recommended Mike's Painting to others in my neighborhood and would use him again for future painting needs.
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Triangle Reconstruction
4.5(
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Serving Southern Pines, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They showed up when they said they would and performed a rather nice transformation of a high moisture crawl space to one I no longer need to worry about. They installed new vapor barrier that unlike my old barrier actually covered the entire ground and was even cut around pillars, again unlike the old. They also installed a dehumidifier and rehung falling insulation batts, as well as sealed all the vents and along the foundation with foam. Finally it no longer smelly musty in the crawl space. Glad I did this before any wood damage had occurred, well worth the money. They went above and beyond to make sure I was satisfied and the job was done right, including gladly extending down a condensate drain next to the foundation that I had only mentioned after they showed up, as well as my nit pickiness with making sure the insulation batts were all perfect. Based on my communication with the project manager, Brian and the owner, I have no doubt they'd be back in a heart beat if I had any problems."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Serving Southern Pines, NC 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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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Southern Pines, 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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