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Avatar for HD MECHANICAL INC
HD MECHANICAL INC
5.0(
31
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
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+14

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Just Be Cool Supply LLC
5.0(
8
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed my HVAC system urgently repaired, the technician arrived promptly to resolved the issue. They were professional and knowledgeable and gave me honest recommendations & also was very helpful. Highly recommend! Thank you!"
Heating & A/C Project
Heating and air
5 ton split system
Heating & A/C Project
Heating and air

+22

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Magnolia Heating & Cooling Inc
4.7(
819
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1951

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brayan arrived when promised. He was very professional and explained what he was doing and why. He was a pleasure to work with. We definitely recommend Magnolia Air to anyone needing a new HVAC system or just to have service on their existing unit."
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+17

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Water Heaters Only, Inc
4.7(
440
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician, Tony, did a great job. He was friendly and professional, and promptly installed my new water heater. My old water heater had failed the day before and flooded my basement, and they were able to come the next day to replace the water heater and get my hot water back online. Michael Regan (Service Date: 1/18/18)"
Our technician Fabian getting ready to drain a water heater.
A newly installed 40 gallon residential water heater.
A tankless water heater installed in a garage.
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+2

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Green Air Cooling
5.0(
11
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As soon as he arrived, he started asking questions and try to conduct diagnostic and found problem and then he gave us quote for part replacement, cost, labor and time.
After we agrred he ordered parts and returned same day and fix the problem."
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+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jim did a great job. He quickly assessed the problem and then took our unit with him to work on it more. When he got back to us, the fix would have cost more than it was worth. He gave us options for a new or refurbished PC. We felt the refurbished was a good deal and chose that. He came back and set that up and we are very happy with it. He then took a look at my laptop and again took it along. He tuned it up and installed a speed upgrade we wanted. Of course, we paid extra for the new unit and upgrades, but we thought the price was very fair. Jim seemed very knowledgeable and responsive. We will definitely call him again if we need any computer services."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for North Air
North Air
4.5(
24
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I forgot his name but the technician was on time and courteous. He proceeded to look at the unit and said, after 10 minutes, that he may be able to fix the unit. He said it's probably a bad capacitor and it would cost about $400 to change it. I discussed with my wife and we decided to go forward cause we couldn't bare spending any more time without AC. He was all done within 25 minutes. He gave me a bill but no details (time versus parts). I later found out that the part costs about $40... that means we paid about $375 for time or $750 hourly fee. That seems quite steep. At the time, he told me I am welcome to call someone else to change it but the price is high because I am great at what I do and you pay for the knowledge.... he claimed that another technician may not have found the issue and spend hours trying this or that... it seemed plausible at the time because I know nothing about AC units... but I later found out from friends that changing a bad capacitor is quite common and should usually cost around $250... so, the work was done fast, on time (thank you!) but on the very expensive side. You draw your own conclusion.
PS: He did replace some bad wires too but all within 25 minutes.
PPS: They did offer the angie's list discount for posting a review -- so that part is good too."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for California Comfort Air Conditioning and Heating
California Comfort Air Conditioning and Heating
4.8(
21
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Chis and his son came out to assess and give a quote but he found damage to the condenser.  He replaced the condenser and demonstrated that it was working outside but the air coming from the vents in the house was still warm.  So he determined that the coil  would also need to be replaced.  Chris explained the steps to be taken and why it was needed.  They worked hard in very hot conditions and were very professional.  They cleaned up the work site before leaving.
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Laguna Install
Laguna Install
Laguna Install
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Apple Valley, 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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