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Coolray Heating & Air Conditioning
4.8(
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Serving Buford, GA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’ve been a customer for years. Coolray is the best!"
Response time2 hrs
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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R Wiley Heating & Air
4.7(
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Serving Buford, GA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend them. They were very professional and kept communication open the entire time. They worked with my requests and even gave their professional insight on the project, which was appreciated. I will absolutely use them again! "
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Response time10 hrs
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Ragsdale Heating, Air & Plumbing
4.8(
161
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Serving Buford, GA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called two hours later they are at my door. James told me what the charge would be. Compared to others it was great. James did the work while I was asking thousands of questions and I am very happy with the results. "
Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
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Estes Services - HVAC Plumbing & Electrical
4.6(
614
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Serving Buford, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1949

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am VERY disappointed in my experience, even though it started out positively. Justin, the sales rep, was very helpful and I paid my deposit right after Christmas. However the customer service since it was installed has been less than optimal. The system has now shut down 3 times. I paid almost $12K for it. Este's says that the manufacturer has to send someone out to upgrade the computer. No one can tell me when that will be. Unacceptable."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Gainesville Economy Heating & Air
5.0(
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Serving Buford, GA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys from Economy Heating and Air helped us with a emergency situation with our old furnace, including a replacement of the unit with a new heat pump. They were the only company I called that could come out immediately to look at the problem. Overall, I felt very comfortable with their HVAC knowledge. They answered all of my questions and left the jobsite clean after their work. I highly recommend."
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Response time8 hrs
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Christian Brothers Mechanical LLC
4.7(
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Serving Buford, GA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They found nothing wrong with it and just changed the filter. They responded quickly, was very respectful, and just wanted to make sure everything was okay. I can't rate them high enough and I would highly recommend them. I would definitely hire them again."
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Roof Top Unit & A/C Units
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AIRTITE
5.0(
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Serving Buford, GA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"This was the 3rd time that Fisher helped us out with the HVAC issue (on different properties). Again, job well done and he demonstrated the professionalism, care to details, patience with customer and honesty on the cost. Fisher, we appreciate that we have you as our our HVAC go-to expert."
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This photo shows the new 3-Stage Water Filter System we installed for the client to resolve the bad smelling and bad tasting water. The system we installed has a stainless-steel drip tray to manage the water spilled during filter replacements. The Filters are bolted to the support beam to ensure it is not going anywhere. The photo also shows the shoe cover station we created to help maintain the quality of the vapor barrier and keep everything clean.
This photo shows the newly installed comfort system for the client. We love metal ductwork and its anti-microbial properties; however, the client did not want to replace the rest of the duct-board-air-boxes with metal at that time, but as you can see in the photo, we have made sure that can be replaced at a later date without any modifications to the system we installed. This system passed all of our performance checks and has since performed above the client's expectations, especially with hum
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+65

Response time1 day
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Buford, GA

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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