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Avatar for Tyler Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration LLC
Tyler Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration LLC
4.6(
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Serving Branford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'd become increasingly concerned about the company I was using for my AC and heating needs. When I knew we needed a lot of work doing, I decided to search for a new company that I could trust. We needed to get 4 new AC units installed. They were 17 years old and leaking, so we took the plunge and decided to replace them. I had a lot of questions around the systems in my house and what to install. During my phone conversations Donny was extremely helpful and patient. He answered all my questions and I believe that he gave me honest suggestions on the best solutions for my home and living situation. I found him to be honest, trustworthy and very knowledgeable. The install went smoothly, one of the units was tucked away in a tight closet in my daughters room, and they dealt with that easily. They installed 4 new controllers. They were tidy, and worked long hours to get the job done. In addition they spent time explaining the new systems to us and answering questions of ours that arose. We are really pleased with the new systems and controllers, we have peace of mind that we've installed good, reliable systems, and that we have a great company looking after our AC and heating needs. I also hired them to do annual service visits for our heating and AC. So far they have performed the winter maintenance visit, and identified a couple of things that needed addressing to prevent possible problems this winter. What they recommended made sense to us, and we thought they were valid and worthwhile repairs. As we trust this company, we decided to go ahead and get the work done. Chris D came to do the repair job. He was very friendly, helpful, hard working, and did a great job. He also took time to make sure we knew what was going on. I'm hugely relieved that I found this company. It's increasingly rare to find companies to help out in the home who are good at what they do, honest and trustworthy. I highly recommend them. BTW I'm also impressed with their office support staff. They are super friendly and helpful, calling back when they say they will. Booking appointments is super easy with this company."
Carrier Ductless Heat Pump Condenser
Carrier Performance Ductless Heat Pump High Wall Air Handler
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
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Serving Branford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Ferrell first connected his computer to my computer via internet and worked for quite a few hours trying to determine what exactly was wrong. The next day he continued working from his computer for several hours. He determined he would have to have my desktop tower to complete the repair. He and my son met in Huntsville to exchange the tower. He then cleaned up a lot of what was wrong and reloaded Windows 10. He deleted the D: drive which had way too much memory allotted to it. The tower was returned and I plugged it all back together and it is working better than it did when I first purchased it. I would use him again and I recommend him highly to anyone needing computer updating and/or repair. His work is warrantied and he is very personable, knowledgeable, and helpful."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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HARP Home Services LLC
4.5(
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Serving Branford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I rated them B for responsiveness because the first time I called I was told they would call back and they did not. As you would expect the price was too high. They ended up tightening a union of pipes and testing to see if it leaked. The first time it was tightened, it did leak and they went to replace the part. A second tech tightened it further, retested and it did not leak.Not sure why the first person didn't tighten further. So the question remains; is the problem solved. We will see when the heating season begins. The techs were young, personable and seemed knowledgeable and willing to answer all my questions. They spent over two hours here, some of it waiting to get the heating up for testing. Had a $50.00 coupon or the cost would have been over $400."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Sears Heating and Cooling - Hartford
3.8(
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Serving Branford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1893

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very happy w/everyone involved. LOTS of contact before and after installation -- neatly done and cleaned up afterward. Even had unasked for help in removing a huge tree limb that came down in my back yard from heavy winds."
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Atlantic Duct Cleaning
4.7(
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Serving Branford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are super great, technicians were great. I've been using them for more then 30 years now. I would consider them as Top 3 contractors that I'm working with. I would recommend them to anyone who needs duct cleaning."
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Home Comfort Heating and Cooling Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Serving Branford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"While it is difficult living without heat or hot water for any amount of time, Steve pulled together a crew and equipment quickly and the installation went very smoothly. The professionalism of the crew was commendable and the end result has been highly satisfactory."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Air Scrubbers Air Duct Cleaning LLC
3.9(
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Serving Branford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It worked out okay, except that I would have anticipated, the cost just gets more. They always find those things, so it starts at $99 and end up spending $300 or $400. People tell me they always find mold inside your air duct, so they have to put a chemical. They call it a total cleaning as opposed to the regular cleaning which I paid for. What they did seemed to have worked. I have suspicions about when they find other things. "
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Mold Air Care
4.3(
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Serving Branford, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"OMG!!! These guys are absolute professionals. No pressure, showed up when they said, no fuss. Extremely informative through out the entire process. Do yourself a favor and hire this guys to clean your HVAC!!!!! They came early and did not leave my house until every single place was cleaned. I was next to them and saw how hard they worked!!!!! I saw how dirty my HVAC was and they took care of it. my family is breathing clean air thanks to them. They didn't try to up sale me anything or take me for a ride in any way. I RECOMMEND A BILLION %"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Branford, CT

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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