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HD MECHANICAL INC
5.0(
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Serving Alta Loma, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"HD Mechanical did an excellent job. After trying to fix my water heater, the tech offered me two solutions, the first to repair the old unit and the second to replace it. I chose to replace the unit because it was 20 years old. He was able to return in two days and spend many hours at my home. The tech was courteous, professional, explained everything and made sure everything was working properly before he left."
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+14

Response time9 hrs
Response rate85%
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alpine Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.6(
34
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Serving Alta Loma, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was great! He was friendly and knowledgeable. He let me know all the options for replacing my water heater and did the work quickly and neatly. Will definitely be calling him again!"
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+26

Response time10 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Magnolia Heating & Cooling Inc
4.7(
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Serving Alta Loma, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1951

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Installation went smoothly with great clean-up and follow-through. He had the metal shop make a protective cover for the air scrubber as it is mounted on the outside of the HVAC unit."
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+17

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Anthony Christopher Mechanical Inc
5.0(
22
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Serving Alta Loma, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Christopher was prompt and professional in scheduling an appointment to service my mini split A/C units. He was so kind to my kids and pets while at our house and also taught me a lot about my A/C situation; he helped recommend possible solutions to keep my house cool in the future. After he tuned up the main unit, we could feel the difference already and it was cooler in our house by the time he left!"
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+11

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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RKM Heating & Air Conditioning
4.7(
380
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Serving Alta Loma, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The tech was very knowledgeable and pointed out a few things that weren't up to code. I was quoted a price in writing for those items. I was emailed a report and invoice for the work done. The filter that was installed was a higher quality than the one it replaced."
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+11

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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West Tech Mechanical Services
4.9(
97
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Serving Alta Loma, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Credit card accepted

"It went well. He was on time. He didn't find anything wrong with my system. He said the amount of freon in the system was just right--not too much and not too little. I liked that almost no freon appeared to leak out when he connected his equipment to test the level. He spent a lot of time with me and answered all my questions. He gave me an estimate for the cost of installing a new system. I think he hoped I would buy a new system, but I did not do so. I would buy a new system if I could convince myself that the  electricity savings would pay for the system within a reasonable number of years.
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+8

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Precision Auto Works
4.8(
43
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Serving Alta Loma, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Credit card accepted

"We love this place. They have a better price than the dealership. They saved us a few hundred dollars. We like the staff. They had the car several days because they needed to get some parts."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Kincaid Development Inc
5.0(
56
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Serving Alta Loma, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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work went well job was started and  completed very quickly, work was done with no issues or reasons to return, and the work was completed with minimal down time for the residences,

I have hired Kincaid Development for gas line replacement, front door replacement and drywall repair all jobs were done professionally and in a timely manner I would and have recommended Kincaid development to other friends and coworkers 

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+3

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Alta Loma, CA

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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