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Avatar for Service Legends Heating & Cooling
Service Legends Heating & Cooling
6365 NE 14th St
4.54(
234
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Approved Pro
Service Legends Heating & Cooling
6365 NE 14th St
4.54(
234
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
194 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

Service Legends is proud to provide the all-in-one HVAC, electrical, plumbing, duct cleaning, and insulation services Central Iowans prefer. We hold ourselves to a high standard and take pride in what we do. Let us help you stay safe and comfortable indoors. From installation and repair to maintenance and more, it's easy to see why Service Legends is Des Moines' top residential contractor. It's safe to say we've earned a Ph.D. in keeping you comfy. We're waiting to hear from you - reach out today! Our State of Iowa License number is #00071.

"Best decision ever to have Service Legend give me a second opinion on my issue. I would highly recommend them for anyone looking for experts that can diagnose and fix problems in short amount of time. Pricing was pretty economical too."

Nana Y on March 2025

Service Legends is proud to provide the all-in-one HVAC, electrical, plumbing, duct cleaning, and insulation services Central Iowans prefer. We hold ourselves to a high standard and take pride in what we do. Let us help you stay safe and comfortable indoors. From installation and repair to maintenance and more, it's easy to see why Service Legends is Des Moines' top residential contractor. It's safe to say we've earned a Ph.D. in keeping you comfy. We're waiting to hear from you - reach out today! Our State of Iowa License number is #00071.

"Best decision ever to have Service Legend give me a second opinion on my issue. I would highly recommend them for anyone looking for experts that can diagnose and fix problems in short amount of time. Pricing was pretty economical too."

Nana Y on March 2025


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Des Moines Heating & Cooling LLC
1034 Army Post Rd
4.71(
80
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Approved Pro
Des Moines Heating & Cooling LLC
1034 Army Post Rd
4.71(
80
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
205 local quotes requested

Des Moines Heating and Cooling (DMHC) is a family owned company that opened in 2007. With years and years of experience, DMHC strives to provide customers with an extremely comfortable, safe, and worry-free experience. Our friendly team has undergone hours of specialized training to ensure customers get service they can tell their neighbors about! All of DMHC’s services are guaranteed with a 100 percent money back guarantee. Des Moines Heating and Cooing takes pride in their work, going the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction. DMHC is passionately dedicated to the comfort, health, and well-being of their customers. They do that by installing the best equipment available, by top quality trained technicians, with the goal of “keeping customers at the Right temperature !”

"Craig was friendly and helped me through this tough purchase as it was very stressful. Very Friendly and the installers were quite, time efficient & Made sure I knew how to work everything before leaving. Definitely would recommend this AWESOME company to Anyone."

Jessica S on June 2021

Des Moines Heating and Cooling (DMHC) is a family owned company that opened in 2007. With years and years of experience, DMHC strives to provide customers with an extremely comfortable, safe, and worry-free experience. Our friendly team has undergone hours of specialized training to ensure customers get service they can tell their neighbors about! All of DMHC’s services are guaranteed with a 100 percent money back guarantee. Des Moines Heating and Cooing takes pride in their work, going the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction. DMHC is passionately dedicated to the comfort, health, and well-being of their customers. They do that by installing the best equipment available, by top quality trained technicians, with the goal of “keeping customers at the Right temperature !”

"Craig was friendly and helped me through this tough purchase as it was very stressful. Very Friendly and the installers were quite, time efficient & Made sure I knew how to work everything before leaving. Definitely would recommend this AWESOME company to Anyone."

Jessica S on June 2021


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GDI LLC
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
GDI LLC
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
488 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call us today at 515-528-5197

"Roger was very efficient and professional. His craftsmanship was excellent"

Jan B on December 2024

Our mission is to be a contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call us today at 515-528-5197

"Roger was very efficient and professional. His craftsmanship was excellent"

Jan B on December 2024


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
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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


RC HOMES & REMODELING
1423 PRAIRIE DRIVE
No reviews
RC HOMES & REMODELING
1423 PRAIRIE DRIVE
No reviews
37 years of experience

I am a hand on guy with all my jobs! I have a few sub if I need them and I have a couple men that work for me full time.

I am a hand on guy with all my jobs! I have a few sub if I need them and I have a couple men that work for me full time.


Midwest Rebuild LLC
Mamie Eisenhower Ave
No reviews
Midwest Rebuild LLC
Mamie Eisenhower Ave
No reviews
3 years of experience

Midwest Rebuild L.L.C. offers quality home improvements, installations, and repairs in the Central and North Central Iowa Regions. This includes home renovations, handyman services, hardwood flooring installation, bathroom and kitchen remodeling, tile installation, baseboard and trim, accent walls, drywall repair, painting, light fixtures, fence repair and installation, carpentry, cabinetry, storage and organization. We are your one stop shop to help tackle all those projects giving you more time to enjoy your home and life. Veteran owned business built on honesty, transparency, reliability and outstanding workmanship. Customer satisfaction is our priority. We take pride in doing things right and with perfection. We will ask questions to find out everything about the job prior to scheduling your appointment. If a job is out of our scope of service, we will let you know up front and provide a professional recommendation, if possible. Make Midwest Rebuild L.L.C. your one stop shop for your home repair needs!

Midwest Rebuild L.L.C. offers quality home improvements, installations, and repairs in the Central and North Central Iowa Regions. This includes home renovations, handyman services, hardwood flooring installation, bathroom and kitchen remodeling, tile installation, baseboard and trim, accent walls, drywall repair, painting, light fixtures, fence repair and installation, carpentry, cabinetry, storage and organization. We are your one stop shop to help tackle all those projects giving you more time to enjoy your home and life. Veteran owned business built on honesty, transparency, reliability and outstanding workmanship. Customer satisfaction is our priority. We take pride in doing things right and with perfection. We will ask questions to find out everything about the job prior to scheduling your appointment. If a job is out of our scope of service, we will let you know up front and provide a professional recommendation, if possible. Make Midwest Rebuild L.L.C. your one stop shop for your home repair needs!


Gibsons repair
No reviews
Gibsons repair
No reviews

Wall repair, painting, general maintenance, ac unit cleaning, parking lot line painting, plumbing

Wall repair, painting, general maintenance, ac unit cleaning, parking lot line painting, plumbing


Wyatt Construct
1129 Ann St
No reviews
Wyatt Construct
1129 Ann St
No reviews
3 years of experience

Wyatt Construct Iowa Wyatt Construct General Contractor and Owner of Overhead Roofing Remodel, renovation, roofing, exterior and interior improvements, handyman services, We increase home values, make dream projects a reality, help people get property projects completed, we do not turn down jobs, we do whatever it takes. If it involves your property and you want us to be on your team then it wouldn't hurt to say hello. Free Estimates Wyatt Construct & Overhead Roofing 641-990-4118 wyattshaden@wyattconstructllc.com OverheadRoofing@wyattconstructllc.com Operations in the state of Iowa. We can travel. Give us a call today. If we can't do it, we have skilled pros that will at no extra cost to you.

Wyatt Construct Iowa Wyatt Construct General Contractor and Owner of Overhead Roofing Remodel, renovation, roofing, exterior and interior improvements, handyman services, We increase home values, make dream projects a reality, help people get property projects completed, we do not turn down jobs, we do whatever it takes. If it involves your property and you want us to be on your team then it wouldn't hurt to say hello. Free Estimates Wyatt Construct & Overhead Roofing 641-990-4118 wyattshaden@wyattconstructllc.com OverheadRoofing@wyattconstructllc.com Operations in the state of Iowa. We can travel. Give us a call today. If we can't do it, we have skilled pros that will at no extra cost to you.


Second Nature (Formerly FilterEasy)
333 Fayetteville St
5.00(
1
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Second Nature (Formerly FilterEasy)
333 Fayetteville St
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Second Nature, formerly FilterEasy, empowers its members to achieve long-lasting, sustainable home wellness with convenient subscription plans, including high-quality home air filters and refrigerator water filters. We exist to simplify home wellness, to make it so easy and convenient that it becomes second nature. Learn about our products and subscribe at www.SecondNature.com/home.

Second Nature, formerly FilterEasy, empowers its members to achieve long-lasting, sustainable home wellness with convenient subscription plans, including high-quality home air filters and refrigerator water filters. We exist to simplify home wellness, to make it so easy and convenient that it becomes second nature. Learn about our products and subscribe at www.SecondNature.com/home.


Krell Distributing Co Inc
211 Herald Place
No reviews
Krell Distributing Co Inc
211 Herald Place
No reviews
53 years of experience

Additional DBA - Krell Industries. Family owned & operated. Nationwide service.

Additional DBA - Krell Industries. Family owned & operated. Nationwide service.

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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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