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Fontana Brothers Heating & Air Conditioning
5.0(
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fontana Brothers responded to my Carrier Air Conditioner issue, Andre was very patience and seemed to be very knowledgeable. A solution involved the ordering of parts and which was handled quickly. The parts resolved my issues. It great to discover in this present world that excellent customer service is still provided."
Response time12 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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D & W Heating & Air Conditioning
4.7(
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Options explored in detail & selection of unit was made by me. The proposal was sent out after an onsite inspection. Vendor identified that additional ductwork was not needed which another bidder was anxious to replace at a much higher cost. Terms and conditions were agreed upon in writing. Installation was performed the following week and an onsite inspection was made by a reliable source, since I could not do so myself from my home in Illinois. The service met and exceeded my expectations."
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate88%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A Breath Of Fresh Aire
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

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Emergency services offered

"I purchased a Deal, spoke with Ken, the owner, and he was flexible about my schedule changes (due to the tile job taking longer). Since a crew was running behind, he came himself to do the work late in the afternoon knowing that I needed the vent cleaning that day before we moved in. Ken did an amazingly through job of cleaning and disinfecting, and shared his knowledge about HVAC systems and duct routing the whole time. He analyzed our system capacity, checked the duct routing in the attic, and gave us options for improving our HVAC system in future when the existing equipment is ready for replacement. So not just a simple service - an informed future strategy! Can't say enough about how impressed we were with A Breath of Fresh Aire, we will definitely use their services again."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate87%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Weathermakers AC & Heating Inc
4.5(
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1974

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Weathermakers put simply is fantastic! I purchased my house three years ago, and their sticker was on my unit, so I took a chance. Their service is prompt, thorough, and done right every time. I had to replace my central AC and not only were they very accommodating, their pricing is extremely competitive. They came in and did the end-to-end install in 6 hours. Their install technicians were very courteous and did not mind me asking questions. The installed unit was done with extreme care, and the attention to detail was impeccable. We are very satisfied with our new AC. I would recommend Weathermakers to anyone!!"
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Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Hometown Heating and Air of Central Florida
4.2(
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with hometown heating and air. The gentleman who came out was professional and very knowledgeable. I appreciated how he was able to explain what was wrong with my unit and I was able to upgrade to a new duct system. This was done in a timely manner as well."
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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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AMAire
5.0(
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!\n

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mason Air Conditioning & Heating Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

We are Tampa Bay's and Clearwater's premier HVAC company offering 5-star AC repair, installation, replacement and maintenance service for your home or business each and every time you need us. From a tune-up to replacing your HVAC system or ductwork we are here to help you. We believe a little means a lot. That's why we're known for our free service calls. You don't pay for us to say hello, you only pay for us to fix your system right.

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West Coast Cold Air
5.0(
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"West Coast Cold Air, Inc., is a great company. The owner Fernando, is highly reliable and a man of his word. After an exhaustive search to replace a dishonest and failing A/C Contractor who lied to us about his LIC and qualifications, we found West Coast Cold Air on the City of St. Petersburg, FL License Contractor List. After the fact we discovered West Coast Cold Air is registered with Angie List. I called Fernando and he promptly came out to the house we are renovating to assess our HVAC project requirements for an older two-story home that never had A/C. After interviewing nine other A/C contractors with no success due to their insurance coverage or internal business policy preventing them from touching equipment or completing another A/C contractors work. West Coast Cold Air did not hesitate to take on the job and assumed full ownership of the recently installed but abandoned equipment and uncompleted second floor project requirements. Fernando informed us to go to the City Permit Office to change the Contractor name on the recorded HVAC permit to his company's name and guided us through the arduous city of St. Petersburg permit process. The install was completed in four days to include: completing the missing Manual J Air inspection to complete the permit; finishing the install of the downstairs Mitsubishi ductless mini-split systems/outside condenser; sourcing and installing a new Central Air system for the upstairs: installing missing air return ducts for four rooms, and passing the Final HVAC Inspection. In addition, Fernando provided an outstanding insulation contractor recommendation for the attic. We are so happy and pleased with West Coast Cold Air and cannot say enough good things about Fernando's reasonable prices, integrity, and quality of workmanship. He is a real professional who earned our respect, I will always highly recommend him first--he is a rare professional you can count on!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Surfin’ Plumbers, Heating & Cooling (FL)
4.5(
994
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Serving Clearwater, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I purchased a new A/C unit. All went well with the sales and installation. After repeated return visits because the house was not getting cool we came to realize the new system was not compatible with the old duct work. An unexpected and expensive surprise. I felt as though that should have been identified earlier. The management did work hard to solve the problem. I did get additional quotes for the duct work just to be sure I wasn’t being taken advantage of. I must say that after having the duct work replaced the house temperature in every room if perfect! I am happy with the service I received and would call them again."
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Clearwater, 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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