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MSD Heating & Cooling
4.9(
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Serving Elizabeth, 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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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Dawson Mechanical Contracting
4.8(
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Serving Elizabeth, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He came at the scheduled time with the proper materials and did the job in highly proficient manner installed the hot water, circulator so that the controls were clearly visible. He explained the operation very clearly. He has my highest recommendation."
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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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All Weather Heating & Cooling
4.6(
68
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Serving Elizabeth, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had the equipment replaced, a brand new, super high efficiency, fancy, lovely stuff. It's a central air system, and it's Lennox equipment. It's high efficiency. You can get it for less than that, but you're not gonna get the high efficiency quiet and all that kind of stuff. I had received other quotes which were like more money for the same system. I have been using them since 1986. No complaints. They do their thing, and I can't fault them. I have a service contract with them for this."
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13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Valairco
4.7(
224
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Serving Elizabeth, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went great. Very professional. The workers were happy and friendly. Talked to a lady on phone very professional and helpful. Also spoke with the head of company very nice got a quote quickly. And installed water heater in a few days so family didn't need take cold showers. And furnace was fix a few days later before it gets cold outside. Thank you very much William"
24 Hour Service
Trained Technicians
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14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Petro Home Services
4.3(
103
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Serving Elizabeth, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It was a superb experience. From the visit by Bruce the sales representative to the installation day to the follow-up from Petro, every single person we interacted with was helpful and professional. When Bruce arrived to do the assessment, we spent time going over the heating needs in the house. After a thorough inspection and measurement of the house, we sat down. He showed me a few options, all of which were going to provide good service. I ordered a unit at the end of that meeting. The installation day was just terrific- the entire work crew that showed up were everything I would hope to find: Upbeat, informative, hard-working, focused. The job was finished before end of day as promised. The heater room is now immaculate, with new piping and a new heater. It was like watching a pit crew at a NASCAR race. Everyone had their tasks, they moved carefully but quickly. The materials were all laid out in order, etc. Just a totally professional approach to their work. The crew boss answered any questions I had. The follow-up for a normal inspection of the furnace chimney was scheduled the day after the installation. I’ve gotten calls to insure we are satisfied with the work. Satisfied barely covers it- I am pleased to write this kind of review. Without hesitation I will recommend Petro to friends and family throughout the Philly area. Peter A. Elkins Park"
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16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Speer Air
4.6(
165
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Serving Elizabeth, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1958

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! The team worked diligently for 5 days to install a central air system in our old house with Plaster Walls. It was NOT easy, yet they did a fantastic job. They were able to add all ducts to the first floor with out any "chases" or enclosures requiring to be build. And almost none of our first floor lines up with our second floor closets, but they figured it out. Great time and fantastic service. Make sure you get Brandon and Sean. The work their butts off, and ensure your house stays clean (they cleaned up everything after every day - not an easy feat). Cannot say how happy am I with their work!"
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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Good Tidings Plumbing Heating and Cooling
4.3(
77
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Serving Elizabeth, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We had water leaking into our crawlspace. It was a mess. The rugs we laid down to make crawling easier were soaked with foul-smelling liquid. Boxes of pictures were ruined. Contaminated items needed to be thrown away. It was a disaster. At first, we thought it may have come from a leak from a recently installed water heater. We contacted the installer (AJ Perri) to look at it. He said that it wasn't from the heater. He assumed it was water from outside and suggested we get a sump pump. We weren't entire convinced that was the case or the cause, so we reached out to plumbers here on Angie's--including Good Tidings. They had someone come over right away to look that problem. He looked (and smelled) the water and said it was from the sewer line, thinking there was a clog. It turned out the pipe was at fault and needed to be replaced. The plumbers Good Tidings sent were professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. They solved the issue, as we are no longer getting disgusting water in our crawlspace. In another plumbing-related problem, we'd be sure to call again!"
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15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Albatech Services
5.0(
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Serving Elizabeth, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Replaced & installed 3 ton coil & 3 ton condenser unit by Tony. He was prompt to respond, friendly and knowledgeable. I will continue to use him for any of my HVAC needs in the future."
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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Spartan Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
5.0(
2
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Serving Elizabeth, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling Contractor with over over 24 years of experience in the field. With a strong focus on customer service and satisfaction at the top of our priorities. We strive to be the best at our trade and provide the customer with a unique experience with 100% satisfaction guaranteed.

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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Elizabeth, 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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