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Avatar for Spoor's Heating & Air Conditioning
Spoor's Heating & Air Conditioning
5.0(
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1925

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Garrett and team were excellent, they provided top professional service at a reasonable price. I am very happy with my new furnace and the whole installation process. Highly recommend!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Service Champions Heating & Air Conditioning
4.6(
688
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team of four was very professional and performed an excellent job in a record period of time. Just one day to take the old furnace away, replace all the old boots and duct work and install the new furnace. They paid a lot of attention not to damage or dirty the floor/carpet. I am very happy with their performance. They may not be the cheapest on the block but it was all worthed and you only have to do that once in your lifetime."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Colfax, CA 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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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mega Power Electric is an excellent company to work with. Gary and his team are knowledgeable, honest, and will go out of their way to get the job done right. We installed panels and solar battery storage unit in our home and we're reaping the benefits of being clean and green."
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Landmark Energy Upgrades
4.8(
59
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'm very happy with the work that was done by Landmark construction and energy crew. At first, we met with Ron that came over and met with us about the issues that we had with our water heater and with the bills that we currently pay for electric. Ron recommended us to replace the bulky old water heater and to install a tankless system that will supply hot water immediately and with the use of less gas. We liked that idea and we decided to go for this project. Ron came over to our house with his 2 people that basically took care of all the removal and the installation of the new system. The work that they did took only 2 days from start to finish and now we have more space at the garage, and the bills are much lower than before…."
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Zach's Air Conditioning & Heating
5.0(
12
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Credit card accepted

"Zach came out and gave us a very fair estimate for a new heat and air system on our roof of our home. He came out when he said he would, removed our old unit and took it away installed a brand new wonderful unit. Zach explains everything he is doing, got the job done in one day. You didn't even know he was there, cleaned up. We are so very happy with him and his work. We highly highly recommend Zach and Zach's Air conditioning and Heating! 10+"
Furnace
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Olive Ranch Rd
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mac's Handyman Service
4.8(
6
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Handy Mac & Landscaping - I can do most all repairs around your home. complete irrigation installs, Owner/Operator for the past 3 years. I love my work and won't leave till your happy. built on integrity trust and respect. free Bids liscenced

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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Colfax, 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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