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MSD Heating & Cooling
4.9(
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very happy with my experience using this company. In the middle of a heat wave, right before the July 4th holiday, my AC stopped working. The man who installed it and had been servicing it was too busy to come for a week. I called MSD and was given an appointment for 8 AM the next morning. They were prompt and courteous, fixed my problem, and were reasonably priced. I will be calling them in the future."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Dawson Mechanical Contracting
4.8(
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In November of 2024, the house needed major plumbing work such as replacing a 50 + year old boiler, leaky bathroom faucet and sink, old basement utility sink, gate valves, and installing the line for the new refrigerator ice and water dispenser. Thanks to Angi, Dave Weinfeldt, contacted me and the rest is history. He personally visited my home and gave me a fair and reasonable estimate for the entire project. He sent highly experienced, talented, and trained expert plumbing professionals and a electrician to do the work. After it was all done, I can honestly say that I'm extremely satisfied with quality of the work. As a licensed boiler operator, witnessed this outstanding work. Dawson is the way to go if you need any plumbing work. I highly recommend them. You will not be disappointed. Bravo zulu! Thank you Dawson Mechanical for a job well done."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All Weather Heating & Cooling
4.6(
68
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin was great! The rest of the company not so much. Kevin diagnosed the problem immediately as the thermostat, had a replacement in the truck, and completed the installation of the new unit quickly. He showed me how to program the updated version, and everything seemed to be fine - until the next morning. Turned out the replacement was defective. When I called, I was told that they might not be able to get back to me that day, but Kevin interrupted his schedule to come back and put in a new (and working) unit at no charge."
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Response time3 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Easy Flow Drain Cleaning and Mechanical Services
4.8(
128
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Rob and his crew were great. They did everything a professional is supposed to do. They were pleasant to work with and they seemed to care about doing a good job.

They showed up on time, worked hard, did the job correctly and cleaned up after themselves before they left.

The drain repair was a nasty job. The old cast iron pipe broke right in the middle of the basement wall. They had to break through a concrete patio outside and dig approximately 4 feet down to get to the ancient cast iron drain pipe. They cut and removed the old pipe and replaced it with new PVC, including a cleanout. They also ran into issue inside the basement and had to replace more of the cast iron pipe than planned. No whining, no complaining they just did the job. Many tradesmen these days don't have much patience with old houses and their idiosyncrasies.

They did a great job and I would definitely use them again and recommend them to others.


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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Overall Plumbing Heating and Cooling
4.9(
70
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Overall Plumbing Heat & Cooling to replace a kitchen faucet and are very happy with the experience. When replacing the faucet they made us aware of a rusted part of the piping connecting to the dishwasher and recommended we replace it to avoid a flood. Sam & AJ went above and beyond to go purchase the necessary part rather than coming back another day and have us wait. They arrived promptly within the scheduled window, reviewed pricing and made sure the job was up to our standards before leaving. Although I hope we don’t have any plumbing issues soon, Overall will be the first number we call!"
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Cross County Plumbing and Heating
4.8(
130
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Things went great! Moe assessed the problem with each of the toilets in my home. He looked at the first toilet and determined the entire mechanism inside the tank (float and flapper) needed to be replaced. The second toilet was an easy fix so he did that free of charge. The third toilet he determined only needed a handle, which I told him I could replace myself once I went to purchase the correct handle. So, he completed the repair on the first toilet and as a new customer he honored the 15% of coupon for Angie's List members. I was a little disappointed that a new toilet mechanism with labor costs $175. However, based on my research this price is about $20 cheaper than the average cost to repair a toilet. And the 15% discount ($26.25) also helped to ease my sticker shock. I would recommend Cross County as well as use them again."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Mann's Heating & AC Inc
4.7(
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Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1964

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Emergency services offered

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Vinny Mann was recommended by our very discerning neighbor.  Our neighbor received a reasonable price and was pleased with the service done with the installation of his AC and furnace (which were installed on separate dates.)  Our AC finally quit after more than 30+ years of service.  We decided that since the AC unit needed to be replaced, it would be more cost-effective in the long run to replace the furnace as well.  We received 5 estimates from well-known (and not so well-known) contractors who provided a price range from $12K to $5K for the work.  Although Vinny was mid-range, we picked him because of the following: (1) he worked with us on getting the best price for the models/combo units we wanted (but you need to do research too,) (2) he had the best deal on financing, (3) he was very knowledgeable about the installation, models, rebates, etc. and he took the time and patience to explain them. He spoke plainly, was polished and carried himself very professionally. 

The installation took several hours. There were 3 workers that came early that day.  They laid out floor protectors to avoid damage to our hardwood floors.  They replaced items that needed to be up to code as required. They cleaned up when they were done and took away the old unit and other rubbish.  The guys were pleasant, worked quickly and answered my questions on what does this do or that do.

We failed the initial city inspection because the inspector wanted a secondary drain installed (even though there is a primary drain and a pump was installed.)  Nevertheless, I reached out to Vinny to remedy the matter and Orlando came a few days later to fix the issue. We cleared inspection as a few days later.

We are pleased with our furnace.  This winter has been horrible but our heating bill was LOWER than previous years (and the indoor temp is kept at a constant 70 degrees all day.)  I can't wait for summer so we can use the AC to see how it performs.  On second thought, I can't wait for summer. period.


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Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Dover, NJ

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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