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Founded in 1962, Atlantic Heating & Air Conditioning is a family owned and operated company, ready to service you in the Brookline area. We always stand by our work, and our exceptional customer service. Our long term, extremely proficient employees are ready to assist you with any Heating or Air conditioning services. Call us today!
"Very well, above and beyond the call of duty."
Karen S on January 2023
Founded in 1962, Atlantic Heating & Air Conditioning is a family owned and operated company, ready to service you in the Brookline area. We always stand by our work, and our exceptional customer service. Our long term, extremely proficient employees are ready to assist you with any Heating or Air conditioning services. Call us today!
"Very well, above and beyond the call of duty."
Karen S on January 2023
Genove Oil & Air provides Bioheat & oil delivery as well as residential and commercial installation/service for oil & gas heating units, water heaters, heat pumps, central A/C and ductless HVAC systems. As a complete energy company, we offer our customers modern energy efficient heating and cooling options. We take pride in what we do, making excellent customer service our top priority! Based in Waltham, serving Eastern Massachusetts, Metrowest, and Greater Boston since 1977.
"I would not hire these guys again"
Ali A on November 2024
Genove Oil & Air provides Bioheat & oil delivery as well as residential and commercial installation/service for oil & gas heating units, water heaters, heat pumps, central A/C and ductless HVAC systems. As a complete energy company, we offer our customers modern energy efficient heating and cooling options. We take pride in what we do, making excellent customer service our top priority! Based in Waltham, serving Eastern Massachusetts, Metrowest, and Greater Boston since 1977.
"I would not hire these guys again"
Ali A on November 2024
Fire & Ice HVAC LLC is locally owned & operated since 2008 with owners on site on every job. Customers should call us directly at 781-727-1044 or 781-727-1045 as the service folks do not have access to Angieslist. We specialize in complete residential heating and cooling service, repair and equipment replacement. We also install, service and repair mini split ductless air conditioning systems. Feel free to call us at 781-727-1044 or 781-727-1045. You may also contact us via email at fireandicehvac@ymail.com Please visit our website at https://www.fireandicehvac-boston.com
"Arthur is AMAZING! Very responsive, very reliable, very affordable, very respectful and very kind. I will definitely be using Fire & Ice for my heating system. I’m so happy they were recommended to me. Please do not hesitate to contact them as you will not be disappointed! As a homeowner, it brings me peace to know I have them if I need it! Thank you Arthur!"
melissa O on September 2024
Fire & Ice HVAC LLC is locally owned & operated since 2008 with owners on site on every job. Customers should call us directly at 781-727-1044 or 781-727-1045 as the service folks do not have access to Angieslist. We specialize in complete residential heating and cooling service, repair and equipment replacement. We also install, service and repair mini split ductless air conditioning systems. Feel free to call us at 781-727-1044 or 781-727-1045. You may also contact us via email at fireandicehvac@ymail.com Please visit our website at https://www.fireandicehvac-boston.com
"Arthur is AMAZING! Very responsive, very reliable, very affordable, very respectful and very kind. I will definitely be using Fire & Ice for my heating system. I’m so happy they were recommended to me. Please do not hesitate to contact them as you will not be disappointed! As a homeowner, it brings me peace to know I have them if I need it! Thank you Arthur!"
melissa O on September 2024
Family owned and operated. B & G Air Conditioning & Heating has been serving commercial and residential customers throughout the Watertown, Massachusetts, area since 1961 with superior products and professional, ethical service. Call today and schedule a free estimate to install new and replacement forced hot air heating and air conditioning systems.
"Starting the project this week but I wanted to cancel the job so the other five know."
Russell B on November 2024
Family owned and operated. B & G Air Conditioning & Heating has been serving commercial and residential customers throughout the Watertown, Massachusetts, area since 1961 with superior products and professional, ethical service. Call today and schedule a free estimate to install new and replacement forced hot air heating and air conditioning systems.
"Starting the project this week but I wanted to cancel the job so the other five know."
Russell B on November 2024
Morris Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to be Essex County’s most trusted HVAC team since 1998. Whether you need AC or heater maintenance, repairs, or complete replacements and new installations, the local company can handle it. Expect quality work and customer care every time. Morris Heating & Air Conditioning responds quickly, arrives as scheduled, and leaves no mess behind. Additionally, the company is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for any emergency heating or cooling in Ipswich or the surrounding areas. Call now to request a service. Morris Heating & Air Conditioning has financing options and special rebates in place to help with budget concerns. Ask about their maintenance plans and online coupons as well to get instant savings.
"Fast, efficient."
David O on December 2024
Morris Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to be Essex County’s most trusted HVAC team since 1998. Whether you need AC or heater maintenance, repairs, or complete replacements and new installations, the local company can handle it. Expect quality work and customer care every time. Morris Heating & Air Conditioning responds quickly, arrives as scheduled, and leaves no mess behind. Additionally, the company is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for any emergency heating or cooling in Ipswich or the surrounding areas. Call now to request a service. Morris Heating & Air Conditioning has financing options and special rebates in place to help with budget concerns. Ask about their maintenance plans and online coupons as well to get instant savings.
"Fast, efficient."
David O on December 2024
Unique Indoor Comfort, an Ace Hardware Company is a family owned and operated business with over 30 years in the HVAC industry. Providing residential heating and air conditioning maintenance, repair and installation of furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, ductless and high velocity AC. We are experts at providing air conditioning solutions for older homes, oil/gas to heat pump conversions, and are Mass Save certified heat pump contractors. We’ve built a reputation for superior quality, through years of putting the customer first and getting the job done right the first time. As local residents, our family and expertly trained team of technicians think of our customers as neighbors; our goal is to maintain our reputation as a quality organization, continuing to offer superior heating and cooling services in the Boston area and ensuring that you can be proud of our work and products for years to come.
"Diagnosis and repair were straightforward and the talented Mike, who has done other great work for us on our ACs, had a replacement pump in his truck. Swapped over in under an hour. Cost of the repair was quite high, mainly due to very high price they charged for the pump. A Taco pump that I could buy for $175 was priced on this repair at more than $500. I get that it was an urgent situation and I’m happy to pay reasonably for the response but that mark-up bothered me. I called the office, had a long talk with the owner; sadly, she offered no consideration at all. Yes, it’s hard to find and keep skilled techs, but now seems that most HVAC firms have a business model like a car dealer’s service dept, far more corporate, less flexible or customer-considerate."
Mark S on January 2021
Unique Indoor Comfort, an Ace Hardware Company is a family owned and operated business with over 30 years in the HVAC industry. Providing residential heating and air conditioning maintenance, repair and installation of furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, ductless and high velocity AC. We are experts at providing air conditioning solutions for older homes, oil/gas to heat pump conversions, and are Mass Save certified heat pump contractors. We’ve built a reputation for superior quality, through years of putting the customer first and getting the job done right the first time. As local residents, our family and expertly trained team of technicians think of our customers as neighbors; our goal is to maintain our reputation as a quality organization, continuing to offer superior heating and cooling services in the Boston area and ensuring that you can be proud of our work and products for years to come.
"Diagnosis and repair were straightforward and the talented Mike, who has done other great work for us on our ACs, had a replacement pump in his truck. Swapped over in under an hour. Cost of the repair was quite high, mainly due to very high price they charged for the pump. A Taco pump that I could buy for $175 was priced on this repair at more than $500. I get that it was an urgent situation and I’m happy to pay reasonably for the response but that mark-up bothered me. I called the office, had a long talk with the owner; sadly, she offered no consideration at all. Yes, it’s hard to find and keep skilled techs, but now seems that most HVAC firms have a business model like a car dealer’s service dept, far more corporate, less flexible or customer-considerate."
Mark S on January 2021
For emergency services, please call 781-933-6387. N.E.T.R., Inc. is here to help homeowners install the best heating and cooling systems that fits their needs. Since 1989, we’ve installed heating and cooling systems in Boston and its surrounding areas, tackling tough problems that our clients face. Our goal is to ensure our clients have energy efficient, quiet, reliable systems so they can live their lives to the fullest both at home and at work. Our dedication to our customers’ needs is what drives us each and every day. Our approach to temperature control and comfort has helped us become one of the most respected names in heating, cooling, and refrigeration in New England
"I reached out to couple of companies and ultimately decided to go with NETR, and I’m glad I did. From the salesman Chip, to the installer Daniel Rodriguez, their professionalism was exceptional. Their work ethic and attention to detail sets them apart from other companies in this business. Daniel is an expert and went above and beyond to make sure everything was tidy and perfect! They’re really invested in customer satisfaction!"
Navya P on March 2024
For emergency services, please call 781-933-6387. N.E.T.R., Inc. is here to help homeowners install the best heating and cooling systems that fits their needs. Since 1989, we’ve installed heating and cooling systems in Boston and its surrounding areas, tackling tough problems that our clients face. Our goal is to ensure our clients have energy efficient, quiet, reliable systems so they can live their lives to the fullest both at home and at work. Our dedication to our customers’ needs is what drives us each and every day. Our approach to temperature control and comfort has helped us become one of the most respected names in heating, cooling, and refrigeration in New England
"I reached out to couple of companies and ultimately decided to go with NETR, and I’m glad I did. From the salesman Chip, to the installer Daniel Rodriguez, their professionalism was exceptional. Their work ethic and attention to detail sets them apart from other companies in this business. Daniel is an expert and went above and beyond to make sure everything was tidy and perfect! They’re really invested in customer satisfaction!"
Navya P on March 2024
Live Your Most Comfortable Life with a Company You Trust. We offer Same Day Service and Next Day Installation! Sila has been the center of delighting homeowners since 1989, with our team of engineers, certified technicians, and system designers that are proud to deliver the highest level of expertise in the HVAC industry. Whether it’s a repair, replacement, installation, or service, we have an unwavering commitment to keeping you and your family comfortable and safe — season after season. We guarantee satisfaction and are proud to have earned over 7,000 “A” ratings on Angie’s List and its prestigious Super Service Award!
"I booked a service and was given a 4 hour window. The technician apparently arrived about 1 hour before the window, claimed to have called me but left no message and simply left with no availability during the actual 4 hour window that was promised. This is poor service and I have no heat. Unbelievable and unprofessional."
Nathalie A on January 2025
Live Your Most Comfortable Life with a Company You Trust. We offer Same Day Service and Next Day Installation! Sila has been the center of delighting homeowners since 1989, with our team of engineers, certified technicians, and system designers that are proud to deliver the highest level of expertise in the HVAC industry. Whether it’s a repair, replacement, installation, or service, we have an unwavering commitment to keeping you and your family comfortable and safe — season after season. We guarantee satisfaction and are proud to have earned over 7,000 “A” ratings on Angie’s List and its prestigious Super Service Award!
"I booked a service and was given a 4 hour window. The technician apparently arrived about 1 hour before the window, claimed to have called me but left no message and simply left with no availability during the actual 4 hour window that was promised. This is poor service and I have no heat. Unbelievable and unprofessional."
Nathalie A on January 2025
Boston Standard is your local, expert install & service company for all things plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling. Our team of technicians specialize in matching your family’s needs to the best solutions to provide maximum value and comfort in your home. Our trucks are well-stocked service vehicles that can make plumbing, heating and cooling repairs quickly in order to get you back to enjoying your day. We answer the phone when you call, keep your home clean and warranty our work- and on top of that, we are a group of friendly, caring professionals. We are able to assess your home and recommend a new heating or cooling system, replace your old water heater, repair your steam system, assist with your bathroom remodel, upgrading your lighting or clean that slow drain in your bathroom sink. We provide superior quality and customer service to all customers, no matter how large or small the job may seem. We are a Trane Comfort Specialist and proud to install Trane heating & cooling systems Our service charge is $99 to respond to a call, and our pricing is done upfront, by the job. Please call for more details.
"Absolutely unbelieve horrible service and customer service. Had installation of HVAC done through them, their own service person that reviewed the installation said it was terrible job (not knowing they installed it in the first place). Now they don't want to cover the cost of fixing the issue. Customer service took more than 2 weeks to answer our call and hang up on us. Very, very disappointing for company that charges premium for there services. Definitely look other places if you are considering them!!!"
Nina D on August 2024
Boston Standard is your local, expert install & service company for all things plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling. Our team of technicians specialize in matching your family’s needs to the best solutions to provide maximum value and comfort in your home. Our trucks are well-stocked service vehicles that can make plumbing, heating and cooling repairs quickly in order to get you back to enjoying your day. We answer the phone when you call, keep your home clean and warranty our work- and on top of that, we are a group of friendly, caring professionals. We are able to assess your home and recommend a new heating or cooling system, replace your old water heater, repair your steam system, assist with your bathroom remodel, upgrading your lighting or clean that slow drain in your bathroom sink. We provide superior quality and customer service to all customers, no matter how large or small the job may seem. We are a Trane Comfort Specialist and proud to install Trane heating & cooling systems Our service charge is $99 to respond to a call, and our pricing is done upfront, by the job. Please call for more details.
"Absolutely unbelieve horrible service and customer service. Had installation of HVAC done through them, their own service person that reviewed the installation said it was terrible job (not knowing they installed it in the first place). Now they don't want to cover the cost of fixing the issue. Customer service took more than 2 weeks to answer our call and hang up on us. Very, very disappointing for company that charges premium for there services. Definitely look other places if you are considering them!!!"
Nina D on August 2024
New England Ductless installs zoned comfort solutions for your home or business. We specialize in ductless mini-split installations from Mitsubishi Electric and we're working to bring high efficiency comfort to every room in your home. Our heat pump installations are second to none and all of our installations come with a whole-house cleaning at the end of the job.
"The technicians came on time, found the issue and presented an estimate SO QUICKLY, and the follow up visit is already scheduled! So impressed with their turnaround time, professionalism, and friendliness. 5+++"
Britney S on October 2023
New England Ductless installs zoned comfort solutions for your home or business. We specialize in ductless mini-split installations from Mitsubishi Electric and we're working to bring high efficiency comfort to every room in your home. Our heat pump installations are second to none and all of our installations come with a whole-house cleaning at the end of the job.
"The technicians came on time, found the issue and presented an estimate SO QUICKLY, and the follow up visit is already scheduled! So impressed with their turnaround time, professionalism, and friendliness. 5+++"
Britney S on October 2023
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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