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Avatar for HD MECHANICAL INC
HD MECHANICAL INC
5.0(
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was by far the best experience I've had when it involves repairs. My heater had been broken for a year. Because I'm on a fixed income, I couldn't afford to replace it. Quotes from others all recommended replacement. HD Mechanical gave me an estimate for repair and it was fixed right away, an at a fair price. Brandon and Tim are the best and are professional and dedicated to getting the job done without trying to upsell to unnecessary replacement. It works fantastic. They also happened to fix my ac as well, with no cost to me. If you are a woman alone, hire this company. They're honest and fair, and provide great service"
Heating & A/C Project
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+14

Response time9 hrs
Response rate85%
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Right Choice Heating & Air
4.3(
169
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My field technician Leath was prompt on time and highly professional. The services were conducted swiftly and Leath was very knowledgeable and gave me a honest assessment of my unit. He provided me with excellent options for continued service and gave me estimates on the cost of replacing the unit would be and what the trade offs of continuing service or replacing would be."
AC Pro Heat Pump Installation
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+56

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Just Be Cool Supply LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed my HVAC system urgently repaired, the technician arrived promptly to resolved the issue. They were professional and knowledgeable and gave me honest recommendations & also was very helpful. Highly recommend! Thank you!"
Heating & A/C Project
Heating and air
5 ton split system
Heating & A/C Project
Heating and air

+23

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Alpine Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.6(
34
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was great! He was friendly and knowledgeable. He let me know all the options for replacing my water heater and did the work quickly and neatly. Will definitely be calling him again!"
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Sewer cleaned of roots and ready for lining
Prepping pipe for lining by removing massive roots
Mixing resin for liners, this resin gardens to create a solid pipe
Sewer robot in the pipe

+26

Response time10 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Southland Heating and Air Conditioning
4.7(
159
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave was very efficient and knowledgeable. He was able to supply my quote before he left. I look forward to working with Southland heating and air. Follow up: I made my decision and signed the contract. Best decision I could have made. They were thousands of dollars less for the exact same equipment than 3 other companies I got estimates from. When challenged none of the other companies could revise their estimate to even come close. Southland is a Mitsubishi diamond dealer so I got full Mitsubishi warranties plus 1 year from Southland of parts and service. The day the installers arrived, on time, it was raining. Jamie and Ricardo used the utmost care to protect my home. They covered the floors, moved and covered the furniture and made sure before they left that I fully understood how to use the remote and operate the equipment. I have attached a photo so you can see for yourself the way they carted for my home. The equipment works perfectly. I would hire this company again in a heart"
This is the outdoor unit that offers 17 SEER Hyper efficiency and super quiet operation of 54db's compared to 80 plus on older units
notice the low profile, this is about 14 inch wide instead of the traditional 36 wide.
This replaces your old gas heater
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+37

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MightyServ
4.7(
385
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1963

Credit card accepted

"Excellent customer service. Made two systems operate and gave important knowledge of the future life of these 15 or more year old systems and how they will need to be repaired or likely replacement once the new environmental laws on Freon goes into effect in 2020"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Mirsky Heating & Air Conditioning
4.9(
134
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The BEST phone call I have made this year for a service needed in my home was to Mirsky Heating and AIr. I called in the middle of a So. Cal heatwave because my thermostat had stopped working and I needed to replace it. How often does an AC company, in the middle of a heatwave, tell you they can come the same day? NEVER!! Except for Mirsky..Darrow told me that he would try to make it work..and he did...which I will be forever grateful!!! He checked in with me during the day to assure me that he was coming and not to leave work until he was more clear on the time he would be at my home. He showed up with another Mirsky employee named John..they were both super friendly and so helpful. Darrow found the problem and within 45 minutes, the thermostat was replaced and everything was up and running again. I can't say enough how grateful I am to Darrow and Mirsky Heating and Air...I am giving their contact info to all of my friends and will be calling them again for anything heating AC related."
CEO & INSTALLER
CRANE
Rheem Puron System
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+15

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for GC Heating & Cooling Inc
GC Heating & Cooling Inc
4.6(
584
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We live in a very old house; so, many things break down all the time. I feel like I don't get a break in fixing things... I have had to hire many contractors. That said, I am so glad that I found GC Heating & Cooling Inc. It is hard to find contractors with integrity and compassion, who will do good work, and provide fair pricing. The people at GC Heating & Cooling provide all these things. That is why I would recommend them to everyone I know and will call on them here on out for all our heating and A/C needs. If only they could provide all my other home-fixing services. Heheh... I feel that I can trust them. Both our A/C units broke down in one week. We did not have a budget for repairs/replacement due to financial issues. I did not tolerate the heat due to health reasons; thus, the A/C units really needed to be replaced. Mr. Cano was very understanding of our circumstance and provided options that worked for us. The pricing was very reasonable, unlike many other contractors who really inflate the price, by thousands!! We were able to schedule work to be done right away, without delay. We chose the Ameristar brand for the AC units and the Honeywell Wi-Fi thermostat. We've had no issues with the AC units or thermostat, which were installed. Everything works great and our electric bill has gone down considerably. Mr. Cano and his team were punctual, responsive to our needs/concerns, were pleasant & professional, and were tidy with their work. We couldn't be happier with interacting with them and with the outcome. We were so embarrassed and felt bad, when the bank gave us the wrong info and messed up our funds transfer, which caused delay in payment to GC Heating & Cooling Inc. Mr. Cano and Mrs. Melania were so kind and understanding. We really appreciated it. Given how well everything went, I really do highly recommend GC Heating & Cooling Inc."
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+5

Recommended by91%of homeowners
SINCLAIR HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING LLC
4.9(
86
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Nick returned calls promptly and arrived on time.  I asked him to text me when he was on his way, and he did.  He was nice to work with and explained our options along the way.   He initially came to our house on 4:30 on a Monday.  Then he came back Tuesday with the first necessary part.  He then ordered the new furnace and installed it on Sunday, which was perfect for us, since we didn't have to take time off from work.  The replacement went smoothly.
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Breezeway Air Duct Cleaning
4.7(
197
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had actually thought that I lost the $69 certificate for my Dryer Vent Cleaning, so I thought I was out the money. I found it the day before it expired. I called the off ice and the lady said that they would have still honored it, which was nice.  When the person got to my home (I can't remember his name) he was VERY polite did his work without asking for any extra "upgrades" and even helped in moving the washer too so we could mop the entire area. Then he moved bothe the washer & Dryer back and even lined them up, which the original installers couldn't do. I know they also do A/C vent cleaning, and I will call them when I need the work done. FANTASTIC SERVICE
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Camie Lee, Office Manager - Breezeway Air Duct Cleaning

+11

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Downey, 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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