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Bob Jenson Air Conditioning And Heating Inc
5.0(
163
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We've used Bob Jenson for air conditioning and heating maintenance for many years, but this year we needed to replace the units. Bob Jenson's technicians/installers are always reliable, honest and trustworthy. We highly recommend them."
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+47

Response time1 day
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Cool Air Technologies Inc
5.0(
460
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I’ve had the pleasure of working with Bill and Cool Air Technologies on several occasions and they never disappoint. They’ve done a HVAC replacement as well as an entirely new HVAC system install with impeccable results. They were professional and communicative; answering all my questions and working through any issues promptly. I will look nowhere else for my HVAC needs and highly recommend them to anyone considering their services."
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Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Ecotech Pro Inc
5.0(
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The company was great. Leo was responsive. The person that did the install was very professional and communicative. I liked how Leo came by afterwards to inspect the work that was done to make sure everything was done correctly and up to code. I’d hire again."
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
New Attic blow-in insulation.
Heating and Air Conditioning Project

+55

Response time1 day
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All Day Heating And Air Conditioning
5.0(
13
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quality work

"Josh Medina was very professional in his assessment of my job, was prompt in providing a quotation, and did the installation in less than a day. The price not only was less than four competitors, but also included an upgrade to a two-stage system. I could not be more pleased with the entire job, start to finish. These guys know what they are doing."
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+14

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carini Home Services
4.8(
349
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well. . . only one glitch. . .needed different 'hose' connection. . .but he got the correct one and the installation went very quick. I am pleased."
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Camera inspection through a sewer vent on a customer's roof
Hydro jet uses water at 4,000psi to clean the inside of the mainline drain which connects all the home's drains to the city's sewer system.
Using a snake we can go through the cleanouts on the side of the house.
With the cleanouts snaked, and the blockage located, we can send the hydro jet through the sewer vent and flush out the blocked drain.

+16

Response time2 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Airtime Plumbing Heating & Air
4.9(
18
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had our whole house airc onditioner replaced by Airtime and we were very pleased with a job well done. Pedro and his assistants arrived on time and completed the work in good time. They changed the vents installed some new duct and installed a Nest thermostat. I am very pleased with the excellent professional service at a reasonable cost."
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Chacon house
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+55

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
93 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cool Air For you
4.4(
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The blower motor on my furnace went out. Every company I asked for a quote told me I needed to replace the entire furnace and quoted me thousands of dollars to do so. I hired Cool Air For You and the tech came out the next day and replaced the blower motor in a few hours. The AC and heating works again and I didn't have to spend 4 or 5 figures. Highly recommended."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Carlsbad, CA

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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