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Avatar for Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling - Anderson
Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling - Anderson
3423 Columbus Ave
4.72(
18
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Approved Pro
Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling - Anderson
3423 Columbus Ave
4.72(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
216 local quotes requested

As a family-owned and operated business, we have proudly served our loyal Indianapolis customers since 2011. Backed by more than 40 years of hands-on industry experience, we are well versed in all areas of plumbing, indoor air, heating, and cooling. In fact, our licensed and insured Indianapolis plumbing and HVAC technicians always stay on the cutting-edge of industry advancements.

"Yes they got it cleared up."

Amanda S on April 2023

As a family-owned and operated business, we have proudly served our loyal Indianapolis customers since 2011. Backed by more than 40 years of hands-on industry experience, we are well versed in all areas of plumbing, indoor air, heating, and cooling. In fact, our licensed and insured Indianapolis plumbing and HVAC technicians always stay on the cutting-edge of industry advancements.

"Yes they got it cleared up."

Amanda S on April 2023


Avatar for DJ Home Services, LLC
DJ Home Services, LLC
502 S Main St
4.53(
15
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Approved Pro
DJ Home Services, LLC
502 S Main St
4.53(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
755 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

DJ Home Services is a truly full-service residential remodeling contractor. We perform all trades minus HVAC. Our customers enjoy the convenience of not having to shop for and sift through quotes trades to fulfill their needs.

"Very well and professional"

Peter R on March 2025

DJ Home Services is a truly full-service residential remodeling contractor. We perform all trades minus HVAC. Our customers enjoy the convenience of not having to shop for and sift through quotes trades to fulfill their needs.

"Very well and professional"

Peter R on March 2025


Carmichael Maintenance & Repair
3060 N Washington St
4.50(
10
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Carmichael Maintenance & Repair
3060 N Washington St
4.50(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
150 local quotes requested

Home repair and remodeling; from decks and sheds to cabinets and doors and so much more. With free in home estamets and affordable prices. Single or multiple jobs, small to large customer satisfaction is priority one.

"We were so very pleased with Mike and his crew. The job was done really fast and likes wonderful. We would have them do anything we need done again. Thank you so much, Mike."

Joyce N on September 2020

Home repair and remodeling; from decks and sheds to cabinets and doors and so much more. With free in home estamets and affordable prices. Single or multiple jobs, small to large customer satisfaction is priority one.

"We were so very pleased with Mike and his crew. The job was done really fast and likes wonderful. We would have them do anything we need done again. Thank you so much, Mike."

Joyce N on September 2020


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Do It All Handyman Service
Indiana Ave
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Do It All Handyman Service
Indiana Ave
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1286 local quotes requested

Quality work, lowest prices around. Contact us today about an estimate!

"They did my floors and remodeled my bathroom and did awesome work! I was very satisfied with how it turned out. I'd recommend them to anyone! Thank you for your work!"

craig w on January 2025

Quality work, lowest prices around. Contact us today about an estimate!

"They did my floors and remodeled my bathroom and did awesome work! I was very satisfied with how it turned out. I'd recommend them to anyone! Thank you for your work!"

craig w on January 2025


Zo Construction and Handyman
1505 Hoefgen Street
4.26(
295
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Zo Construction and Handyman
1505 Hoefgen Street
4.26(
295
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
701 local quotes requested
45 years of experience

A Super Service Award Winner in multiple categories since 2014, Zo Construction is a family owned and operated local contractor, specializing in Painting, Roofing, and Remodeling jobs. As the owner of Zo Construction, Jeff McGaha will be your contact throughout your entire project. Jeff has years of contracting experience, with a tremendous array of skills and talent to tackle all of your home improvement needs. Jeff can also handle all of your window, siding, and wood/carpentry repair associated with your home improvement needs. It is the goal of Jeff’s to build a relationship with his clients that will last a lifetime. Zo Construction guarantees you will receive first class workmanship at a fair price. We would love the opportunity to partner with you and all of your home improvement needs.

"Jeff came out in timely manner and completed the work. Very down to earth and knowledgeable. The price and the quality of the work was great."

Myrick L on July 2024

A Super Service Award Winner in multiple categories since 2014, Zo Construction is a family owned and operated local contractor, specializing in Painting, Roofing, and Remodeling jobs. As the owner of Zo Construction, Jeff McGaha will be your contact throughout your entire project. Jeff has years of contracting experience, with a tremendous array of skills and talent to tackle all of your home improvement needs. Jeff can also handle all of your window, siding, and wood/carpentry repair associated with your home improvement needs. It is the goal of Jeff’s to build a relationship with his clients that will last a lifetime. Zo Construction guarantees you will receive first class workmanship at a fair price. We would love the opportunity to partner with you and all of your home improvement needs.

"Jeff came out in timely manner and completed the work. Very down to earth and knowledgeable. The price and the quality of the work was great."

Myrick L on July 2024


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Handyman Connection of Carmel
5610 Crawfordsville Rd
4.34(
762
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Approved Pro
Handyman Connection of Carmel
5610 Crawfordsville Rd
4.34(
762
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
1544 local quotes requested
37 years of experience

With over 30 years experience providing quality home improvement and repair services, backed by satisfaction our competitors can't match, isn't it time to give us a call? Whether you have small or large projects for the interior or exterior, we offer the quality you expect and the customer care you desire to make your home repair and improvement project dreams a reality today. We do not give over the phone "ballparks" as we feel they are misleading. Call us today 317-487-1312 and speak to our in person customer service staff to set up your free estimate. Skip the stress of unlicensed or inexperienced contractors with the trusted quality of Handyman Connection. We offer both residential and commercial handyman repairs, call us today. - One Call. One Connection.® Additional phone: 317-487-1312

"It went very smoothly"

Taylor K on March 2025

With over 30 years experience providing quality home improvement and repair services, backed by satisfaction our competitors can't match, isn't it time to give us a call? Whether you have small or large projects for the interior or exterior, we offer the quality you expect and the customer care you desire to make your home repair and improvement project dreams a reality today. We do not give over the phone "ballparks" as we feel they are misleading. Call us today 317-487-1312 and speak to our in person customer service staff to set up your free estimate. Skip the stress of unlicensed or inexperienced contractors with the trusted quality of Handyman Connection. We offer both residential and commercial handyman repairs, call us today. - One Call. One Connection.® Additional phone: 317-487-1312

"It went very smoothly"

Taylor K on March 2025


Avatar for Air Care Heating & Cooling
Air Care Heating & Cooling
9535 E 10th Street
5.00(
16
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Approved Pro
Air Care Heating & Cooling
9535 E 10th Street
5.00(
16
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
393 local quotes requested

HVAC Service, Repair, and Installation for both Residential and Commercial Properties. Serving all of Indianapolis and surrounding counties for over 25 years.

"We had a great experience with Steve and his team. He's responsive, and performs estimates and installations himself. Great price. Easy to work with. Nicely done."

TIMOTHY T on May 2019

HVAC Service, Repair, and Installation for both Residential and Commercial Properties. Serving all of Indianapolis and surrounding counties for over 25 years.

"We had a great experience with Steve and his team. He's responsive, and performs estimates and installations himself. Great price. Easy to work with. Nicely done."

TIMOTHY T on May 2019


Avatar for Home Experts
Home Experts
Stone Dr.
4.46(
593
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Approved Pro
Home Experts
Stone Dr.
4.46(
593
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
2195 local quotes requested
41 years of experience

As a multiple Super Service Award winner, Home Experts is a family owned and operated local business with over 70 years of combined industry experience. At Home Experts, we love all aspects of construction. We know that each of our clients has their own unique tastes and ideas. We truly enjoy the opportunity to create solutions for even the most complex of construction projects. Our passion is coming up with unique designs to turn our client’s dreams into a reality. As the owner of Home Experts, Ken Bennett opened the company because of his strong passion for people and design. He chose to use his God-given gifts to improve the lives of others. In fact, Ken Bennett will be your first and final contact through the entire process. What this means for you is that you will always have direct contact to him, through every part of the job, from start to finish. Ken Bennett is an active member of the community and operates with high moral standards. It is our goal to build a relationship with our clients that will last a lifetime. What sets us apart from our competitors is our dedication to our clients and seeing all of our projects through for complete customer satisfaction. We are an excellent home improvement company for Angie’s List members because we will put you first. We would love the opportunity to partner with you and all of your home improvement needs.

"Amazing job. Super friendly and nice"

Rachel F on December 2024

As a multiple Super Service Award winner, Home Experts is a family owned and operated local business with over 70 years of combined industry experience. At Home Experts, we love all aspects of construction. We know that each of our clients has their own unique tastes and ideas. We truly enjoy the opportunity to create solutions for even the most complex of construction projects. Our passion is coming up with unique designs to turn our client’s dreams into a reality. As the owner of Home Experts, Ken Bennett opened the company because of his strong passion for people and design. He chose to use his God-given gifts to improve the lives of others. In fact, Ken Bennett will be your first and final contact through the entire process. What this means for you is that you will always have direct contact to him, through every part of the job, from start to finish. Ken Bennett is an active member of the community and operates with high moral standards. It is our goal to build a relationship with our clients that will last a lifetime. What sets us apart from our competitors is our dedication to our clients and seeing all of our projects through for complete customer satisfaction. We are an excellent home improvement company for Angie’s List members because we will put you first. We would love the opportunity to partner with you and all of your home improvement needs.

"Amazing job. Super friendly and nice"

Rachel F on December 2024


Avatar for Greenwell Plumbing Heating & Air
Greenwell Plumbing Heating & Air
1840 Scott Rd
4.49(
99
)
Approved Pro
Greenwell Plumbing Heating & Air
1840 Scott Rd
4.49(
99
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
940 local quotes requested
31 years of experience

We're your neighborhood plumbing, heating, and air company. We've been providing "Simply Dependable" services in Southern Indiana since 1972. We can take care of all your plumbing and HVAC needs, 24 hours a day, when you need us we will be there!!! We are proud of our service tech's and do monthly training and product awareness with our service team. Tech's are clean, drug-tested, and uniformed, we use shoe covers and floor runners when working on your home. We clean up after every job.

"Fantastic! Will be using them again"

Angelita a on September 2024

We're your neighborhood plumbing, heating, and air company. We've been providing "Simply Dependable" services in Southern Indiana since 1972. We can take care of all your plumbing and HVAC needs, 24 hours a day, when you need us we will be there!!! We are proud of our service tech's and do monthly training and product awareness with our service team. Tech's are clean, drug-tested, and uniformed, we use shoe covers and floor runners when working on your home. We clean up after every job.

"Fantastic! Will be using them again"

Angelita a on September 2024


Residential Warranty Services Inc
P O Box 797
2.06(
47
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Residential Warranty Services Inc
P O Box 797
2.06(
47
)
37 years of experience

Additional fax - (877) 307-7056.

"Terrible company. Do NOT pay for a service contract with them for your home. My HVAC unit broke unexpectedly but due to old age, normal wear and tear from previous homeowners. Usual stuff. I got all the documents needed and sent them over and RWS underpaid my estimate by $7K. Have estimates of over $9K and they sent me a check for $2,144. I live in a very expensive area, you cannot just assume everything costs the same in every area of the country. Oh, and you will waste WEEKS trying to get in touch with someone to get an answer, a response, or some type of resolution. Meanwhile, you are paying them to help you with things like this only to receive less than a third of the cost of what you PAID someone to do. It's not worth it. Cheap company, terrible service, don't waste your time or energy."

Ashleigh A on August 2024

Additional fax - (877) 307-7056.

"Terrible company. Do NOT pay for a service contract with them for your home. My HVAC unit broke unexpectedly but due to old age, normal wear and tear from previous homeowners. Usual stuff. I got all the documents needed and sent them over and RWS underpaid my estimate by $7K. Have estimates of over $9K and they sent me a check for $2,144. I live in a very expensive area, you cannot just assume everything costs the same in every area of the country. Oh, and you will waste WEEKS trying to get in touch with someone to get an answer, a response, or some type of resolution. Meanwhile, you are paying them to help you with things like this only to receive less than a third of the cost of what you PAID someone to do. It's not worth it. Cheap company, terrible service, don't waste your time or energy."

Ashleigh A on August 2024

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Swamp cooler installations and replacements FAQs

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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