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JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
4.5(
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Serving College Park, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JDL replaced a defective propane furnace and did an excellent job. The new one is installed better than the original. JDL scheduled an inspection by the county inspector also said they did an excellent job. They were efficient, timely and friendly."
Navien Tankless 2023
Navien Tankless 2023
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Navien Tankless 2023
18 SEER Infinity Heat Pump

+73

Response time5 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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HVAC Superior Solutions Inc
5.0(
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Serving College Park, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a leak somewhere in my heat pump system from 2013 in a 4 floor condo building. Every other company was quoting me $7k+ to replace the system but it turns out to be a leak in the line set between the 3rd floor and the roof! We had a new line set installed and I spent $2550 in total! The crew was very professional and worked extremely had in the hottest weather to get the job done, too!"
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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HPC Services
4.7(
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Serving College Park, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I won't know until next week how it went so hopefully it will still be 5 stars. They will start on installation soon. So far they have been very responsive and professional. Thanks, Janice"
installing a boiler refractory blanket, and cleaning inside of boiler
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past work

+12

33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Sila Heating, Cooling and Plumbing
4.6(
2,180
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Serving College Park, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was impressed by how hard working and thorough the workers were. They hauled the old gas water heater out and got the new one installed promptly and did a neat job. They reconfigured an awkward gas pipe near my washing machine, replaced an exterior gas hose with a UV resistant one, and checked all gas piping including our gas fireplace. We were very pleased with the end result and appreciated the fair pricing. Highly recommend."
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+4

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Lisa's Elite Sedans LLC
4.9(
172
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Serving College Park, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"It was worth the cost to have a spacious vehicle and not to worry whether they would show up and be on time, but on the return trip there were plenty of cabs waiting at the Metro station, and we paid one of them less than half that. Still, next time I *have* to get to an airport or train station on time, I would probably pay that premium to use him again."
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Sedan

+2

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Heil Plumbing & Hvac
4.9(
238
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Serving College Park, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great, Heil fixed the plumbing for my irrigation off the main, it was leaking and a mes. They cleaned it up and installed new PVC. It works great and no issues. Fair price. I'd hire them again. Paul"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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ABS Unlimited Auto Repair
4.8(
77
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Serving College Park, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I called in the morning to see if they could get me in for a brake job that day and they said yes, when I got there I asked if they had time could they take care of the 100k service and a few items I wanted to check and replace if needed if they had time.   They said they would call me with an estimate on the brakes and offer some options on the other services I requested.  They called me 30 minutes after dropping it off saying the brakes still had 40% left.  The whole reason I thought it needed brakes was the dealership had told me in January during an oil change that they needed replacing, the serpentine belt needed replacing,and so on.  I skipped doing the brakes and did all items on the 100k mi service and looked at some other wear items.  In the end I did the required service at 100k, transmission, transfer case, front and rear differential fluid flushes and change.  The list of things I had concerns about and like to replace just due to age, they inspected and did not recommend replacing at this time.  I have always gotten my service done at the dealership for all my cars, this experience along with the reviews here that led me to contact them in the first place changed that.
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in College Park, MD

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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