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Petro Home Services
4.3(
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Serving Bristow, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"the process was better than I expected. The sale man knew what he was talking about . The installation crew had worked for the company a long time and were also very knowable . When we could not understand a few things they sent out a serviceman just to show us how it works. They also directed us towards financiers and reabate availability."
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Response time6 days
Response rate100%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
4.5(
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Serving Bristow, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JDL replaced a defective propane furnace and did an excellent job. The new one is installed better than the original. JDL scheduled an inspection by the county inspector also said they did an excellent job. They were efficient, timely and friendly."
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18 SEER Infinity Heat Pump

+73

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Modern Mechanical
4.4(
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Serving Bristow, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were excellent.  The house I bought had a 27 year old hot water heater.  It was obviously on its last leg.  When it nearly stopped providing hot water, I called my home warranty company, and they sent Modern Mechanical.  The technician was so nice and honest; I felt as if he was a long-time friend.  He explained the advantages of a tankless system and since I was getting money from the home warranty that it would be worth the difference I would have to pay.  After installing the system, the kitchen faucet didn't have good pressure, so he replaced it for free.  He even worked to get one that looked like the one I had.  They were absolutely wonderful and I would definitely recommend them to anyone.
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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BRIGGS HEATING & COOLING
4.5(
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Serving Bristow, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great -- they call to set up the appointment, talk to me to choose a good time for both of us, call to say they're on their way.
Very thorough, they answer all our questions regarding our furnace, AC, humidifier, everything.  We had them install the whole thing for us back in 2007.
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Reddick & Sons, Inc.
5.0(
104
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Serving Bristow, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Reddick & Sons replaced my interior and exterior HVAC units after the old system stopped providing heat in December. They identified three different replacement HVAC system options across a range of prices and capabilities. Once my decision was made, their office arranged for a technician to take measurements. He efficiently reviewed the situation prior to the day of the installation. On the day that the work was done, the installation team provided advance notice of their arrival. They laid down plastic sheeting to cover carpets, wore PPE, and accessed the work area through the patio and basement to minimize direct contact during COVID. The work was completed on-time and within budget. The team gave me the HVAC product brochures and registration information, and I was able to register successfully for an extended parts warranty with the manufacturer. In the future I'd be very happy to have Reddick & Sons provide regular check-ups of the HVAC system."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Clover Services
4.6(
1,086
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Serving Bristow, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted 3 companies and Clover was the only company that contacted me within 24 hours. The set up and service was excellent, Lizzie was wonderful and Jess (installer) was professional, a problem solver and very tidy. It was a lot of work and he did a great, cost $2280. Included the cost of the new heater and removal of the old heater. I would definitely recommend them to others"
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Climatic Heating & Cooling
4.9(
156
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Serving Bristow, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After living in our Toll Brothers home for 12 years we were fed up with the poorly functioning heating and air conditioning in our upstairs bedrooms.  We had made several repairs and modifications to the system over the years, but none helped.  We were considering moving because the upstairs bedrooms were so uncomfortable in the summer and winter.  We must have talked to 5 different HVAC contractors.  We asked Climatic for an estimate to repair or replace, if necessary, our upstairs unit.  Sonny Swann came out and gave us an estimate.  He suggested we replace everything in order to make the system and duct work finally work as it should.  We signed off and agreed to all his suggestions.  I told him that this was mission impossible, but he remained convinced that he could make it work.  Well he did it! It took A LOT of work on their part - some of which they did at no charge, but it works great.  I highly recommend Climatic Heating and Cooling.
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Reliance Repair LLC
4.9(
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Serving Bristow, VA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I cannot say enough incredible things about this company. Lucky came out and spent an incredible amount of time with us going over all the options, and ensured we truly understand the differences and the benefits. He came back to complete the installation the next day. Thanks to him our AC is working back immediately. Honestly, we probably wouldn’t have survived this nasty heat during this uncomfortable humidity. You’re a life saver Lucky!! Thanks so much again for you proficient excellence service!"
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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McCarthy Services
4.1(
1,141
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Serving Bristow, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"McCarthy's tech and office provide quotes for repair and replacement alternatives for my gas furnace, on a Saturday morning. They arranged for a replacement gas furnace financing before the technician left, and scheduled install for early next week. Thanks guys."
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Lisa's Elite Sedans LLC
4.9(
172
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Serving Bristow, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I had to go to an out-of-town business meeting, and because the location of the meeting was exotic, my husband opted to accompany me. Unfortunately, shortly before we were scheduled to leave, my husband developed medical issues that left us in some doubt as to whether or not he would accompany me. When he was cleared, the day before my flight, I contacted Boris (based on his ratings on Angie's list) and asked if he could drive us to the airport. Despite the short notice, and despite the fact that we had to leave at 3:15 AM to be sure of arriving in time for our overseas flight, Boris actually arrived early at our house. His vehicle is comfortable and clean, and we appreciated that we didn't have to wait for him to pick up other people, as has been the case for some other services we've used in the past. He provided us with cold water to drink, and was pleasant company for this early morning drive. When we reached National Airport, he offered to drive us back home when we came back 8 days later. Even though our flight arrived shortly after midnight, he was in telephone contact with us within minutes of when our flight landed, and he picked us up shortly after we told him which door we'd be exiting. Again, he drove us between National Airport and our home for $75, and as he had done when he picked us up, he again offered us cold water to drink during our drive. We're very happy with his service and would highly recommend him. I definitely expect that we'll use his services again."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Bristow, VA

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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