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Aace's Heating Air Conditioning & Swamp Coolers

10525 Smoke Tree Rd
4.90(
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Aace's Heating Air Conditioning & Swamp Coolers

10525 Smoke Tree Rd
4.90(
63
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
78 local quotes requested

Aace's Heating Air Conditioning & Swamp Coolers is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"On time and Great overall service. "

Karen C on August 2025

Aace's Heating Air Conditioning & Swamp Coolers is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"On time and Great overall service. "

Karen C on August 2025

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Magnolia Heating & Cooling Inc

6990 Jurupa Ave
4.68(
788
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Magnolia Heating & Cooling Inc

6990 Jurupa Ave
4.68(
788
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
1836 local quotes requested
74 years of experience

100% customer satisfaction is our top priority. Please check out our 2500+ 5 star reviews across the internet with an 5 Star A+ rating. Homeowners, expect nothing but the best from their HVAC contractor, and Magnolia Heating and Cooling is ready to exceed your expectations. Call today for AC or Heater Repairs, Replacement, Installation or any other service.

"As always, Magnolia exceeded expectations. Christian, my technician, was prompt, personable and proficient. I am more than satisfied with my service visit."

Rick B on August 2023

100% customer satisfaction is our top priority. Please check out our 2500+ 5 star reviews across the internet with an 5 Star A+ rating. Homeowners, expect nothing but the best from their HVAC contractor, and Magnolia Heating and Cooling is ready to exceed your expectations. Call today for AC or Heater Repairs, Replacement, Installation or any other service.

"As always, Magnolia exceeded expectations. Christian, my technician, was prompt, personable and proficient. I am more than satisfied with my service visit."

Rick B on August 2023

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HD MECHANICAL INC

7445 Mohawk Circle
5.00(
20
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HD MECHANICAL INC

7445 Mohawk Circle
5.00(
20
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2585 local quotes requested

We are small family operated company that has been in the HVAC industry for over 15years . We believe in honesty and good reliable timely service. As a licensed and certified company, we believe strongly in resolving any issues without up selling any unnecessary products and services. We treat every customer as if they are part of our family . CALL HD MECHANICAL TODAY for your free in home or business estimate.

"Great! The problem was solved quickly, and the A/C is working well again."

Eleonore G on July 2025

We are small family operated company that has been in the HVAC industry for over 15years . We believe in honesty and good reliable timely service. As a licensed and certified company, we believe strongly in resolving any issues without up selling any unnecessary products and services. We treat every customer as if they are part of our family . CALL HD MECHANICAL TODAY for your free in home or business estimate.

"Great! The problem was solved quickly, and the A/C is working well again."

Eleonore G on July 2025

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Fel-Air Heating & A/C

30271 Blue Cedar Dr
3.88(
8
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Fel-Air Heating & A/C

30271 Blue Cedar Dr
3.88(
8
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2187 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

We are a full service heating, air conditioning and air duct cleaning company. Call us today for a free estimate. Free service call with repair; standard service call fee is $45. We are committed to providing fast and affordable services. We offer our sales, service, maintenance, and professional consultation to our clients. Our excellent reputation and long list of satisfied clients attest to our superior craftsmanship, attention to detail, clear communication, honesty and integrity. Just ask for our client reference list.

"The installers showed up promptly within the window they gave us, they replaced the upstairs ducting and installed dampers to balance the air (one room is a lot warmer because of the sun). We had multiple quotations and they were significantly better than the rest. This did solve our issue completely!"

Bradley R on March 2022

We are a full service heating, air conditioning and air duct cleaning company. Call us today for a free estimate. Free service call with repair; standard service call fee is $45. We are committed to providing fast and affordable services. We offer our sales, service, maintenance, and professional consultation to our clients. Our excellent reputation and long list of satisfied clients attest to our superior craftsmanship, attention to detail, clear communication, honesty and integrity. Just ask for our client reference list.

"The installers showed up promptly within the window they gave us, they replaced the upstairs ducting and installed dampers to balance the air (one room is a lot warmer because of the sun). We had multiple quotations and they were significantly better than the rest. This did solve our issue completely!"

Bradley R on March 2022

The Gooden Group

6100 Center Drive
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The Gooden Group

6100 Center Drive
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45 years of experience

The Gooden Group is a full service real estate development and construction firm with the in-house expertise to execute virtually every facet of a project's life cycle. Through its central office and its affiliate companies, The Bedford Group, TMC Management, and Urban X Marketing, Gooden Group is also able to assume hands-on management of its properties, as well as implement the necessary sales and marketing activities for their new home communities.

The Gooden Group is a full service real estate development and construction firm with the in-house expertise to execute virtually every facet of a project's life cycle. Through its central office and its affiliate companies, The Bedford Group, TMC Management, and Urban X Marketing, Gooden Group is also able to assume hands-on management of its properties, as well as implement the necessary sales and marketing activities for their new home communities.

California mechanical solutions

4923 W 16th St
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California mechanical solutions

4923 W 16th St
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32 years of experience

Service,repair,install,sales all hvacr from residential,commercial,industrial to earthlink systems, refrigeration low temps,ice machines,walk ins ,high rises ,chillers,boilers,cooling towers,heat pumps ,geothermal technology.

Service,repair,install,sales all hvacr from residential,commercial,industrial to earthlink systems, refrigeration low temps,ice machines,walk ins ,high rises ,chillers,boilers,cooling towers,heat pumps ,geothermal technology.

AK PRO CONSTRUCTION

1820 W 220th St Ste 210
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AK PRO CONSTRUCTION

1820 W 220th St Ste 210
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18 years of experience

WE ARE WORKING SPECIALTY JAPANESE DESIGN AND QUALITY CONSTRUCTION SERVICE AK PRO CONSTRUCTION, INC. is a trustworthy company and offers customers an honest, reliable and affordable service. We pride ourselves in providing high quality workmanship with the highest level of customer service at an economical price. Try our Japanese quality service. We work hard.

WE ARE WORKING SPECIALTY JAPANESE DESIGN AND QUALITY CONSTRUCTION SERVICE AK PRO CONSTRUCTION, INC. is a trustworthy company and offers customers an honest, reliable and affordable service. We pride ourselves in providing high quality workmanship with the highest level of customer service at an economical price. Try our Japanese quality service. We work hard.

Thermo Cooling

1366 East Harvard Street
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Thermo Cooling

1366 East Harvard Street
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35 years of experience

Founded in 1990, Thermo Cooling services the greater Los Angeles area for all your commercial and residential heating and air condition needs.

Founded in 1990, Thermo Cooling services the greater Los Angeles area for all your commercial and residential heating and air condition needs.

Jefali Plumbing

509 N Record Ave
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Jefali Plumbing

509 N Record Ave
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37 years of experience

FRIENDLY, RELIABLE SERVICE YOU CAN TRUS! SERVICES FOR COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENCIAL CLIENTS

FRIENDLY, RELIABLE SERVICE YOU CAN TRUS! SERVICES FOR COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENCIAL CLIENTS

California Refrigeration

PO Box 1225
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California Refrigeration

PO Box 1225
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21 years of experience

We service, repair, install Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Commercial Refrigeration. Service charge is $40.00, but no service charge if we do the repair. Member of Better Business Bureau, best rating, +A

We service, repair, install Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Commercial Refrigeration. Service charge is $40.00, but no service charge if we do the repair. Member of Better Business Bureau, best rating, +A

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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Big Bear Lake, 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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