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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!!"
Outside compressor mounted
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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At Your Service Air Conditioning and Heating Inc
4.9(
96
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Serving Captiva, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were referred to Matt by a friend when we found ourselves in need of a new AC unit. We are so glad! Wheras other companies send out a sales person to try and sell you something you really don't need Matt came out himself, looked things over, told us what he could do for us and gave us a quote. On initial visit he also took the time to answer all our questions. Very professional, to the point and no bull.... he gave us a 2 week window to order unit, in that 2 weeks we called him to come add refrigerant. He had his tech come out that same afternoon free of charge. He and his tech Bob had unit inside and out installed in less than 4 hrs, he stayed to explain to my husband what to look for if we had any trouble, ie: cleaning drain trap, checking for water if float tripped. That was Aug 2022, now we're post hurricane Ian and going strong. We've texted him once and he was able to troubleshoot over phone. Love this company!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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."
Store Front Office
Commercial Refrigeration
Residential Air Conditioning
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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AC Joe Heating & Cooling LLC
4.8(
53
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Serving Captiva, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1963

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In every possible way, I would recommend this company. From the two people that came to my house originally because I knew something was wrong, to the two that did the installation. Everything they did was professional. As an aside...the two men that were here installing my unit went above and beyond for me. I'm in a wheelchair. Had to park on my lawn because they were busy doing what they were doing. They not only came out to ask if I needed help, they carried in all my groceries for me. Will never be able to thank them enough what that meant to me."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%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

"Jim did a great job. He quickly assessed the problem and then took our unit with him to work on it more. When he got back to us, the fix would have cost more than it was worth. He gave us options for a new or refurbished PC. We felt the refurbished was a good deal and chose that. He came back and set that up and we are very happy with it. He then took a look at my laptop and again took it along. He tuned it up and installed a speed upgrade we wanted. Of course, we paid extra for the new unit and upgrades, but we thought the price was very fair. Jim seemed very knowledgeable and responsive. We will definitely call him again if we need any computer services."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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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

"It went very well, they got the part under warranty still. Fixed it very quick and at a reasonable price. About 5 days later it seemed the freon was a little undercharged, they came and fixed it within the hour to add more at no charge. Good and nice service guys and from my experience good company."
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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