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Avatar for Southern Air of New Orleans
Southern Air of New Orleans
1212 27TH ST
4.54(
137
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Approved Pro
Southern Air of New Orleans
1212 27TH ST
4.54(
137
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1296 local quotes requested
61 years of experience

Striving to be the best heating and air conditioning company in New Orleans by offering quality service at reasonable prices, free estimates for replacement systems and design services for your new construction home or business. Serving Greater New Orleans, the North Shore and the Westbank, Surgi's is never more than a phone call away for service of any brand of equipment. Call 469-4232 or 985-624-9333. 16-20 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO ADDITIONAL TRAVEL CHARGES. NO ADDITIONAL SERVICE FEE. ADDITIONAL PH#: NEW ORLEANS (504)899-9600, METAIRIE: (504)888-0086, MANDEVILLE: (504)624-9333, SLIDELL: (504)641-3442. MAY CONTACT THROUGH EMAIL.

"Potentially since new ownership has taken over, Surgis is no longer a trustworthy company. They have showed a lack of integrity and professionalism that goes beyond what I have ever experienced with a company. 1. They installed our system and we have spent 15K+ with them over the years. We have always had Surgis upkeep our system and have trusted them to do a good job. 2. We noticed moisture in the attic and asked Surgis to look into it. They improperly diagnosed the issue and the result ended up creating mold around our vents. We payed 1600 in mold remediation and drywall repair. 3. They properly diagnosed the problem and admitted it was not addressed correctly and this should have been caught during the install process. When given the quote for the work, we asked for a price reduction since this was a quality control issue on their end. 4. A manager called us and stated this was a discounted price even though this was not noted on the paperwork. During these conversations, Scott hung up on us.we requested calls from upper management but never received a call back. We really just wanted the issue resolved and decided to proceed to schedule the work with Surgis. 5. When we received the breakdown of the work, we noticed the cost of the vent covers which we already had purchased prior to. We called asked if they could use ours to help reduce price. Instead, they canceled the work and said they would never work on our unit even though we currently have a warranty with them. After calling back to try and get the work scheduled, they stated they no longer had the technical staff to do the job. 6. After getting quotes from other companies, the prices we were getting were significantly less, showing that Surgis lied about a discount or they are just majorly price gouging all customers. We also asked other companies if they would be able to do the work quickly since Surgis made it seem so technical. All other companies told us anyone who installs a system or does duct work needs to know how to do the work we needed or customers would be dealing with the moisture that we found ourselves with. 7. I called Surgis back as a final attempt to get management to work with us and was told we have your information they wouldn’t take any additional information for me. My tone wasn’t heated and I asked the phone rep to please just take the notes and request a call from upper management and she hung up on me. If Surgis was truthful in their reason to cancel the work on our unit, they currently don’t have the staff that has the skills to properly install AC units. If you have Surgis install your unit and find errors, they will not work to resolve the issue and will likely charge you more than necessary for repairs. You would think some upper management would have intervened but that never happened. I get that other staff was probably sick of us calling to talk about our issue, but hanging up on customers is not how to deal with it. If upper management had called, we wouldn’t have needed to keep following up. I cannot warn people enough about this company. Stay away."

Ashley D on June 2024

Striving to be the best heating and air conditioning company in New Orleans by offering quality service at reasonable prices, free estimates for replacement systems and design services for your new construction home or business. Serving Greater New Orleans, the North Shore and the Westbank, Surgi's is never more than a phone call away for service of any brand of equipment. Call 469-4232 or 985-624-9333. 16-20 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO ADDITIONAL TRAVEL CHARGES. NO ADDITIONAL SERVICE FEE. ADDITIONAL PH#: NEW ORLEANS (504)899-9600, METAIRIE: (504)888-0086, MANDEVILLE: (504)624-9333, SLIDELL: (504)641-3442. MAY CONTACT THROUGH EMAIL.

"Potentially since new ownership has taken over, Surgis is no longer a trustworthy company. They have showed a lack of integrity and professionalism that goes beyond what I have ever experienced with a company. 1. They installed our system and we have spent 15K+ with them over the years. We have always had Surgis upkeep our system and have trusted them to do a good job. 2. We noticed moisture in the attic and asked Surgis to look into it. They improperly diagnosed the issue and the result ended up creating mold around our vents. We payed 1600 in mold remediation and drywall repair. 3. They properly diagnosed the problem and admitted it was not addressed correctly and this should have been caught during the install process. When given the quote for the work, we asked for a price reduction since this was a quality control issue on their end. 4. A manager called us and stated this was a discounted price even though this was not noted on the paperwork. During these conversations, Scott hung up on us.we requested calls from upper management but never received a call back. We really just wanted the issue resolved and decided to proceed to schedule the work with Surgis. 5. When we received the breakdown of the work, we noticed the cost of the vent covers which we already had purchased prior to. We called asked if they could use ours to help reduce price. Instead, they canceled the work and said they would never work on our unit even though we currently have a warranty with them. After calling back to try and get the work scheduled, they stated they no longer had the technical staff to do the job. 6. After getting quotes from other companies, the prices we were getting were significantly less, showing that Surgis lied about a discount or they are just majorly price gouging all customers. We also asked other companies if they would be able to do the work quickly since Surgis made it seem so technical. All other companies told us anyone who installs a system or does duct work needs to know how to do the work we needed or customers would be dealing with the moisture that we found ourselves with. 7. I called Surgis back as a final attempt to get management to work with us and was told we have your information they wouldn’t take any additional information for me. My tone wasn’t heated and I asked the phone rep to please just take the notes and request a call from upper management and she hung up on me. If Surgis was truthful in their reason to cancel the work on our unit, they currently don’t have the staff that has the skills to properly install AC units. If you have Surgis install your unit and find errors, they will not work to resolve the issue and will likely charge you more than necessary for repairs. You would think some upper management would have intervened but that never happened. I get that other staff was probably sick of us calling to talk about our issue, but hanging up on customers is not how to deal with it. If upper management had called, we wouldn’t have needed to keep following up. I cannot warn people enough about this company. Stay away."

Ashley D on June 2024


Handy Mansfield
301 Zinnia Ave
4.98(
54
)
Approved Pro
Handy Mansfield
301 Zinnia Ave
4.98(
54
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
894 local quotes requested

Looking for expert handyman services in New Orleans? Look no further than Handy Mansfield. Our skilled team of professionals is dedicated to delivering top-notch results for all your handyman needs. Contact us today for a flawless finish that will transform your home.

"From the beginning, Consultation until the visit. He was very professional. He was patient in addressing all my questions and concerns. As a matter of fact, he was really prompt. He called After the project was posted in Angie's list. I would recommend him for any handyman services."

Descone K on March 2025

Looking for expert handyman services in New Orleans? Look no further than Handy Mansfield. Our skilled team of professionals is dedicated to delivering top-notch results for all your handyman needs. Contact us today for a flawless finish that will transform your home.

"From the beginning, Consultation until the visit. He was very professional. He was patient in addressing all my questions and concerns. As a matter of fact, he was really prompt. He called After the project was posted in Angie's list. I would recommend him for any handyman services."

Descone K on March 2025


Avatar for Monolith Remodeling LLC
Monolith Remodeling LLC
1825 Congress St
4.64(
22
)
Approved Pro
Monolith Remodeling LLC
1825 Congress St
4.64(
22
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
832 local quotes requested

***Ask us about our Holiday decorating specials**** General Remodeling specializing in bathrooms and kitchens. Concrete work for sidewalks, patios, storage shed pads, etc. Handyman services - including emergency services 24/7. contact us to see how we can help with you next project today!

"I hired leo to do a shower remodel and kitchen backsplash remodel. He have done such a sloppy and rushed jobs on the projects that he was hired to do that I would not recommend his service to anybody. He do not call to say if he is going to be running late, or he is not going to make it to the job at all. I had to call Angi a couple times to get this man to finish up the jobs that I paid and hired him to do. Make sure you watch him not walk out of your house with the material and tools that you purchased with your money, because he will take and keep the materials without asking. He washed the grout from the backsplash inside my brand new black kitchen sink without my permission, and now it has a white haze to it now. Here are some of the pictures of some of his sloppy work."

Casandra G on January 2025

***Ask us about our Holiday decorating specials**** General Remodeling specializing in bathrooms and kitchens. Concrete work for sidewalks, patios, storage shed pads, etc. Handyman services - including emergency services 24/7. contact us to see how we can help with you next project today!

"I hired leo to do a shower remodel and kitchen backsplash remodel. He have done such a sloppy and rushed jobs on the projects that he was hired to do that I would not recommend his service to anybody. He do not call to say if he is going to be running late, or he is not going to make it to the job at all. I had to call Angi a couple times to get this man to finish up the jobs that I paid and hired him to do. Make sure you watch him not walk out of your house with the material and tools that you purchased with your money, because he will take and keep the materials without asking. He washed the grout from the backsplash inside my brand new black kitchen sink without my permission, and now it has a white haze to it now. Here are some of the pictures of some of his sloppy work."

Casandra G on January 2025


Avatar for Jose Remodeling Company LLC
Jose Remodeling Company LLC
4.45(
11
)
Approved Pro
Jose Remodeling Company LLC
4.45(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
462 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

10+ years of experience! We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Jose did a fantastic job staining my fence - the work was incredibly clean and professional, and he was reliable throughout the process. I'll definitely be using his services again for any future needs and highly recommend him to anyone looking for fence staining or handyman work."

Traci G on February 2025

10+ years of experience! We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Jose did a fantastic job staining my fence - the work was incredibly clean and professional, and he was reliable throughout the process. I'll definitely be using his services again for any future needs and highly recommend him to anyone looking for fence staining or handyman work."

Traci G on February 2025


Avatar for JP Air Dr LLC
JP Air Dr LLC
1336 Constitution Drive
5.00(
14
)
Approved Pro
JP Air Dr LLC
1336 Constitution Drive
5.00(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
498 local quotes requested

We offer quality and affordable HVAC services. We offer quality HVACR and appliances services, repair, preventive maintenance, estimate and system replacement.

"The work was quick and efficiently done. I am quite satisfied with the work and advice. I would definitely use them again for AC and other work and recommend them highly!"

Kenneth E on August 2024

We offer quality and affordable HVAC services. We offer quality HVACR and appliances services, repair, preventive maintenance, estimate and system replacement.

"The work was quick and efficiently done. I am quite satisfied with the work and advice. I would definitely use them again for AC and other work and recommend them highly!"

Kenneth E on August 2024


Avatar for Presidential A/C & Heating
Presidential A/C & Heating
117 Helen Dr
4.66(
68
)
Approved Pro
Presidential A/C & Heating
117 Helen Dr
4.66(
68
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
728 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Our goals, include offering exceptional service at the best price and providing efficient product which will bring our customers satisfaction. Presidential is growing in the area premier heating and air conditioning company. So if you're in the market for a heating and air conditioning contractor which is not only reliable and reputable, but fairly priced at the same time, Presidential A/C & Heating L.L.C is the company for you

"Roosevelt and the Presidential team were extremely professional, punctual, communicated well and did and excellent job installing my dual zone mini split AC system. I highly recommend them for your project."

Kai B on November 2024

Our goals, include offering exceptional service at the best price and providing efficient product which will bring our customers satisfaction. Presidential is growing in the area premier heating and air conditioning company. So if you're in the market for a heating and air conditioning contractor which is not only reliable and reputable, but fairly priced at the same time, Presidential A/C & Heating L.L.C is the company for you

"Roosevelt and the Presidential team were extremely professional, punctual, communicated well and did and excellent job installing my dual zone mini split AC system. I highly recommend them for your project."

Kai B on November 2024


Avatar for Wilkerson Mechanical
Wilkerson Mechanical
Surrounding Area
4.89(
9
)
Approved Pro
Wilkerson Mechanical
Surrounding Area
4.89(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
164 local quotes requested

Wilkerson Mechanical is a locally owned & operated service company, specializing in HVAC replacement, repair, & maintenance. We are known for our transparent diagnostics and affordable pricing. We would love to serve you today. Click call or text for a free estimate today!

"Timothy Wilkerson did an awesome job. He was prompt and on time. Extremely knowledgeable. My dad has used him a few times after my installation. I highly recommend him for all your AC work!"

Leaha L on September 2024

Wilkerson Mechanical is a locally owned & operated service company, specializing in HVAC replacement, repair, & maintenance. We are known for our transparent diagnostics and affordable pricing. We would love to serve you today. Click call or text for a free estimate today!

"Timothy Wilkerson did an awesome job. He was prompt and on time. Extremely knowledgeable. My dad has used him a few times after my installation. I highly recommend him for all your AC work!"

Leaha L on September 2024


CARIBBEAN BREEZE HEATING AND COOLING
1700 Carriage Lane
4.87(
30
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CARIBBEAN BREEZE HEATING AND COOLING
1700 Carriage Lane
4.87(
30
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Caribbean Breeze is a second generation family owned business that was formally know as Tropical Refrigeration. We proudly serve the greater Metro New Orleans area and its surrounding cities.

Caribbean Breeze is a second generation family owned business that was formally know as Tropical Refrigeration. We proudly serve the greater Metro New Orleans area and its surrounding cities.


Handi Access Remodelers
4432 Ligustrum
5.00(
4
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Handi Access Remodelers
4432 Ligustrum
5.00(
4
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We make homes safe for the elderly and the handicapped and provide free in home consultations

We make homes safe for the elderly and the handicapped and provide free in home consultations


Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

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Swamp cooler installations and replacements FAQs

Generally, a swamp cooler only uses 15% to 35% of the energy that a traditional central air conditioning unit utilizes. However, swamp coolers also require water and may not cool a home as effectively as an AC unit. They’re more efficient in terms of electricity usage, but when you factor in effectiveness and water usage, it's tougher to argue which unit is more efficient.

Evaporative coolers only work in dry climates because they cool by moistening the air. If the air is already moist, this will have little, if any, cooling effect. Central AC is a better choice if you live in a humid climate, such as the Midwest or 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 is between $100 and $300, depending on the issue, if you need new parts, and who you choose to do the repairs. Depending on the type of pad your system utilizes, you’ll need to change out pads every one to three years for proper operation. When budgeting for the cost to repair a window unit, expect to pay around $200.

The U.S. Department of Energy says swamp coolers may 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 like the American South. It's easier to cool rooms in humid environments with central air.

Swamp cooler water usage varies depending on the size of a unit. Smaller evaporative units may go through one gallon per hour, while much larger units could exceed 15 gallons of water per hour. Most homeowners should expect their unit to use between seven and 10 gallons of water for each hour of usage.

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