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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
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Serving Sumter, SC 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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Southeast Plumbing & Gas, LLC
4.5(
55
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Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After talking with several plumbers, I decided to use Southeast Plumbing and Gas. Brian answered all of my questions and quoted me a very competitive price. Brian installed a new dishwasher, put in a new tankless water heater (plus ran new electrical for the unit) and some other smaller fixes. He was professional, courteous, and did the work for what he quoted. He also tackled some additional plumbing issues that cropped up while he was doing everything else. He was at our house for over 12 hrs fixing everything and making sure everything was working properly before he left. I would definitely recommend SE Plumbing and Gas and would use them again."
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+85

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Mike's Painting & Pressure Washing
4.7(
28
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Serving Sumter, SC 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
ADVANCED AIR SYSTEMS
4.4(
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Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Hicks is a very professional, honest, friendly, knowledgeable person. He helped me to choose which system was best for me and my budget. He if didn't know the answer to a question that I asked, he made sure to find the answer and get back to me right away.
Mr. Hicks scheduling was awesome. He was able to come out the next day to complete the installation and he made sure I was aware of his arrival time and if there was going to be any delays. Once he arrived, there were current issues with cut wires under my home. He never said once he wouldn't be able to completed the job nor he can come back another day. He did the ultimate thing, he bought more wires and installed it himself with no complaints. I have never encounter a person like him and for this, I am grateful.
I would recommend Mr. Hicks to anyone!!! He receives 10 stars from me :)
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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CNT Foundations
4.5(
37
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Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They didn't end up doing the work. They were really high on what they wanted to do. Other people who looked at the porch said that it was not causing an issue with any water intrusion and that there doesn't seem to be any signs on the posts that this could have been recent, it could have been long ago. So no work was done. It was a front porch that had just the level concrete on one side was dipping just a little bit. I think they were going to pump it up from underneath or something like that to level it out. I would say that their response time and their professionalism of getting the quote to us on a timely manner was good. The quote was high and yet the work was not necessary according to other quotes. They should be honest to say when repairs are necessary and when they are not. The guy who showed up was nice and professional and was on time. There was a decent response time."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Sumter, SC

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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