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Certified Heating and Cooling Inc
4.9(
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Serving Captiva, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent!! Brandon was very patient and kind explaining new units and helping us make a decision. He said we could call him anytime, which we have done. He always answers promptly and politely. He even made an extra trip to provide temporary fans and another trip to help us with the thermostat. The installers were timely and swept after they completed the job. We have no complaints. Highly recommend!!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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At Your Service Air Conditioning and Heating Inc
4.9(
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Serving Captiva, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Always an outstanding experience with Matt and At Your Service A/C. AC stopped working on a Saturday and Matt got to my house in about an hour from the time I called. Had the necessary parts on-hand and had the unit repaired quickly and for a very fair & honest price. Absolutely recommend to anyone in need of A/C repairs or service."
Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Independent A/C Llc
4.6(
68
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Serving Captiva, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I've been using Independent A/C for about 5 years now and have always been very pleased with their service and business ethics. They show up on time, are always friendly and professional, and always give me an honest opinion of our systems condition. Not once has anyone from Independent A/C tried to upsell me parts or services and that's a business ethic that I really appreciate."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
Coldapplianceman Corporation
5.0(
22
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Serving Captiva, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Owner told me that it would cost around $700 to fix a bearing that went out in my front-loading GE (not very old) washing machine due to the very poor (inconsiderate) engineering design by GE and that I should rather use the $$$ to replace it at the store of my choice (with another brand) than have him repair it... Now THAT is honor in a business situation. 
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Captiva, FL 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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Epic Air Conditioning
4.6(
91
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Serving Captiva, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have been a customer with Epic for about 9 months and think they are great. I have two properties that are covered by annual maintenance agreements, and they have done upgrades to a system that the original installer should have figured out. Their prices are fair. I highly recommend them!"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Captiva, FL

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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