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LunAireLLC
4.8(
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Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From start to finish this company was prompt with responses and installation. Anival the owner delivered on price and service. I would not hesitate to recommend or rehire them."
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project

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Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ace Home Services
4.5(
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Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Ace Home Services is proud to be a locally owned and operated business that can help with any and all of your heating and cooling needs. Since opening our doors we have built our business on providing our customers with the highest quality products and service at a fair price. From installs/replacements to service/repairs you can count on our Pros to be timely, tidy and when the job is done that you will be 100% satisfied with the work completed. Let us show you why our customers become customers for life, get in touch with Ace today!

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Air Conditioner Install
Air Conditioner Tune Up

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36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Emergency Air
3.5(
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Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had Emergency Air out to help with a water heater issue. Not only did they take care of my immediate issue but they even brought me my morning coffee. I will for sure use them going forward for any plumbing or HVAC work in the future!"
90+ indoor furnace
curb mount rooftop package heat pump
Carrier Infinity system 24 SEER with full indoor air quality package
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Carrier Infinity system 24 SEER with full indoor air quality package

+13

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by52%of homeowners
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Mythical air
New to Angi

Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Mythical Air HVAC was founded by Charlie Pearcy and David Hanna after leaving the corporate HVAC world to bring honest, high-quality service back to Phoenix.\n\nWe believe homeowners deserve real technicians, not sales pressure. With years of hands-on experience in the Phoenix heat, we specialize in AC repair, installation, maintenance, and system replacements designed to handle the Arizona climate.\n\nAt Mythical Air, we’re committed to straightforward pricing, reliable service, and keeping the Valley cool — because in Phoenix, comfort isn’t optional.\n\nSo cool, it’s unreal

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ANGEL AIR COOLING & HEATING LLC
4.9(
116
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Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician found the source of the issue quickly, was able to get the unit running and a future plan for our homes need were discussed. We got some good pointers and were very satisfied with our experience with Angel Air!"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Aire Serv of Cave Creek
4.8(
25
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Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very happy with the service.
Tech fixed insulation on door that was falling into fan motor.  He removed debris.  I'm sure all of the other tune-up items were completed, but these were the ones of note that could I feel could have been a big issue.
He brought down one of the capacitors that was on the fritz and showed me the tests were just outside of the 6% tolerance.  He gave me a quote for the replacement.  However, I have a home warranty that will replace the items when it finally fails, so I choose not to replace it at the time (maybe next year if I make it through this summer).
I did not feel any pressure or sales pitch.  I feel that this is a reliable company that I would be comfortable using.
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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The Plumber
4.4(
793
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Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I purchased a deal for a toilet tune-up, but we wound up needing to replace the toilet altogether. My daughter had to go to Home Depot and purchase a new toilet, without any advice from the plumber on which one to get because he would not return her calls. My daughter checked the reviews on the toilets online and got advice from the plumbing specialist at Home Depot. She wound up purchasing a toilet from a brand the plumber does not like, so he informed us he would not offer any guarantees for his installation. It has only been a week and the toilet is still working, but it is frightening that he would not give any guarantees. Because he was unable to give us the 5 year guarantee for the toilet like he does for others, he should have advised us to purchase a different one. Instead he went ahead and installed it and said he would not warrant it. He charged an astronomical amount for installing the new toilet. Home Depot had an installation price of $109 and he charged $250. If we had known he would do that, we would have never gone with him."
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Warrior Heating and Cooling
4.9(
17
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Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Great!! Matt inspected the unit and we determined that one of the fins on my blower might be a bit loose. He came across as very knowledgeable, experienced and did not automatically want to replace things that did not need to be replaced. I decided to enter into a twice yearly service inspection contract for both my units with him. Looking forward to using Warrior HVAC company when the need arrives. Thank you Matt for your quick response to my request for service."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Carefree, AZ

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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