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BlueStar Air Mechanical Inc.
4.9(
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Bowie, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Danny treated me like an old friend with helpful and timely service. It was refreshing. He inspected the unit, found a failed capacitor caused by an add-on Michael and Sons installed last inspection. Danny replaced the failed part, removed the add-on, and I was back in business in less than 30 minutes. I have a new HVAC provider!"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HVAC Superior Solutions Inc
5.0(
6
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Bowie, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a leak somewhere in my heat pump system from 2013 in a 4 floor condo building. Every other company was quoting me $7k+ to replace the system but it turns out to be a leak in the line set between the 3rd floor and the roof! We had a new line set installed and I spent $2550 in total! The crew was very professional and worked extremely had in the hottest weather to get the job done, too!"
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
F.H. Furr Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
3.9(
23
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Bowie, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Whether you need a repair, preventive maintenance, or replacement, we are your plumbing, heating, and air conditioning service provider in the northern Virginia and surrounding areas. We invite you to give us a call!

26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Sila Heating, Cooling and Plumbing
4.6(
2,180
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Bowie, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"William Barnes provided quick and efficient services with picture and information provided for our records. Fourth time using Sila - ac unit installed and purchased, and 3 plumbing/heating calls - all done well for good and straightforward pricing! Highly recommend."
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+4

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Lisa's Elite Sedans LLC
4.9(
172
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Bowie, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The service that they provided was good and we would call them again. The driver arrived at our home on time and we got to the airport with no problems. I would just recommend calling them a day or two before your trip to confirm."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Heil Plumbing & Hvac
4.9(
238
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Bowie, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our office needed a replacement water heater installed. Heil was very responsive to my multiple emails and calls. We did have to pay an additional fee of $250 to expedite the replacement due to the water heater not being currently available in their personal inventory. So far, we are pleased with the replacement. The price paid was almost a third of what other companies estimated."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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American home services
4.8(
120
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Bowie, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Walt was very knowledgeable and thorough. He explained what he had found and gave an accurate prediction of whether chronic or not. He offered preventive information to unsure the problem wouldn't happen again. He e-mailed the inspection report to us that afternoon and the lab report a week later. Walt than called us to see if we had any questions about the reports. Sarah, who worked in the office, set up all the appointments and answered all of our questions. This company is very easy to work with and we recommend them."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Bowie, MD

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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