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HD MECHANICAL INC
5.0(
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Serving Colton, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"HD Mechanical did an excellent job. After trying to fix my water heater, the tech offered me two solutions, the first to repair the old unit and the second to replace it. I chose to replace the unit because it was 20 years old. He was able to return in two days and spend many hours at my home. The tech was courteous, professional, explained everything and made sure everything was working properly before he left."
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+14

Response time9 hrs
Response rate85%
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alpine Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.6(
34
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Serving Colton, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with the quality of work Matthew, Shawn and their staff did with the Main Sewer check valve replacement and the Main Shutoff Valve replacement. The Main Shutoff valve replacement and the Hydro Jet cleaning of the Main Sewer line was not part of the initial job to be done. Matthew authorized the added job without additional charge to the original quote I was given. Matthew and Shawn has great knowledge and answered all my questions to my satisfaction. They gave me a fair price, they were very professional, thorough and polite, from beginning to end. Clear explanation of needed repairs, sound advice without any inkling of price gouging or questionable add-on expenses whatsoever. Respectable and conscientious, could not be happier. Even very neat and clean. The people that worked with Matthew and Shawn were also very professional and very thorough. I will recommend them to my friends who need a plumber and call them again when the time comes I need a plumber. I will rate the work they did with A+ and Excellent!!!"
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+26

Response time10 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Mountain Air Comfort
5.0(
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Serving Colton, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Thoroughly impressed with great service and a willingness to go the extra mile to get a customer scheduled at the last minute. I recently bought a home with super old AC units. They helped me repair the wiring to the units and even got me a no-pressure quote to eventually replace the hvac system. 10/10 highly recommend."
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+10

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jays Heating and Cooling
5.0(
3
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Serving Colton, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jesse replaced both units and added two attic fans that keep our house cool during the summer! He was very clean and professional. Jesse explained what work needed to get done. I originally got 3 different quotes that concurred with his assessment of the need, but best of all, he offered to do it at a reasonable price. He still calls us to check in on the unit. We highly recommend him. Can’t say enough good things about him and his services."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Magnolia Heating & Cooling Inc
4.7(
819
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Serving Colton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1951

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Installation went smoothly with great clean-up and follow-through. He had the metal shop make a protective cover for the air scrubber as it is mounted on the outside of the HVAC unit."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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RKM Heating & Air Conditioning
4.7(
380
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Serving Colton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"RKM did a great job! They came out very quickly, despite a heat wave and I'm sure a high volume of calls, and assessed and fixed my air conditioner at a reasonable price. I felt very confident with the services provided and would definitely hire them again."
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+11

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Precision Auto Works
4.8(
43
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Serving Colton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Credit card accepted

"We love this place. They have a better price than the dealership. They saved us a few hundred dollars. We like the staff. They had the car several days because they needed to get some parts."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Kincaid Development Inc
5.0(
56
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Serving Colton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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work went well job was started and  completed very quickly, work was done with no issues or reasons to return, and the work was completed with minimal down time for the residences,

I have hired Kincaid Development for gas line replacement, front door replacement and drywall repair all jobs were done professionally and in a timely manner I would and have recommended Kincaid development to other friends and coworkers 

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+3

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Acvolt electrical inc
5.0(
33
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Serving Colton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mario Flores (owner of Acvolt Electrical Inc.) Is an excellent professional, as well as his crew. He suggested with detail the different options, in choosing my new AC. He explained the procedure of the installation and kept me informed. They were punctual, job was done on the extimated time, respecting furniture and floor, no trash was left behind. The installation looks and works great, very happy with their business I highly recommend them."
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3.5 ton Rheem bundle
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+81

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Colton, 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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