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Avatar for Golden Aire Heating & Air Conditioning
Golden Aire Heating & Air Conditioning
4.9(
60
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very happy with my experience so far. Goldenaire called back quickly to schedule an estimate, then the owner (Ken Golden) came out personally the next morning and provided a detailed, written estimate with different options to help make things more affordable. He was also very willing and open to answering my questions. (One of the other companies that gave me an estimate just scribbled a few notes down on a piece of paper and seemed reluctant to discuss details or answer questions).
Two days after I gave the go-ahead, the Goldenaire crew was at my door for the installation (at exactly the promised time -- 7 am!). Job was done by around 3 pm. The lead installer Kenny was very courteous and professional. I believe he's the owner's son, and I'm hoping he takes over the business eventually as I would definitely hire him again in the future. Speaking of which, this company included 5 years of labor as part of the system warranty. (The other companies that submitted estimates only included a year of labor).
I won't know how well the system works until this summer, but will update this review if anything about my experience changes.
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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Bonney Plumbing Heating Air & Rooter Service
Bonney Plumbing Heating Air & Rooter Service
4.0(
296
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1978

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My hot water heater died on Memorial Day. I called Bonney. They were willing to come out and replace it that very day for no extra charge, even though it was a holiday. But, that didn't work well for me, so they came out the next morning at the time I specified. They were on time, and called a few minutes beforehand to confirm and remind me. The workman reviewed everything and gave me a firm price before the job began. He replaced the water heater, handled all the permits, and ran a new drain line out through the garage and out to the yard (the old water heater's overflow just dumped out onto the floor).
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Our team at Bonney helped restore flow at this Sacramento home by performing a sewer spot repair on the main line for our customer.  This involved locating the problem area, digging the trench, snaking the line to clear the drain, repairing a section of the sewer pipe, and then backfilling the space to restore back to the original landscape.
Completed Install of Rinnai RU199e Tankless Water heater
Finished Project - Installation of new free standing Tesla Electric Vehicle (EV) charger for our customer in Davis
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+18

40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
Avatar for The Plumbing Machines
The Plumbing Machines
5.0(
5
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My water heater went out and needed a new one Ruben and Maurice came to my home And quoted me on my options I ended up going with a new style tankless water heater I can’t be happier with how it performs and the installation process Will definitely recommend this company to my friends and family"
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+6

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Precision Air Co.
Precision Air Co.
5.0(
5
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"5-Stars for Shawn at Precision Air! We were looking for a dependable and experienced HVAC technician when it came time to replace our furnace and add AC. We discovered Shawn at Precision Air and couldn't be happier with our choice. Shawn was incredibly professional and responsive from the start. He listened to our requirements and explained all of our choices. He also provided us with a detailed and reasonable quotation. Shawn got right to work on the day of the installation and arrived on time. He took great care with his work and made sure everything was done correctly. He also took the time to instruct us on how to use our new system. Even after the installation, Shawn's follow-up was excellent. He contacted us many times to guarantee that everything was working effectively and to finish the final inspection after being paid. For all of your HVAC requirements, we strongly suggest Shawn at Precision Air. He is a real professional who is proud of his work and who we will surely hire again in the future."
iComfort S30 Thermostat
Unit installed in attic
Mid-installation
New flex ducting
Ready for line-set

+15

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Service Champions Heating & Air Conditioning
Service Champions Heating & Air Conditioning
4.6(
688
)
Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team of four was very professional and performed an excellent job in a record period of time. Just one day to take the old furnace away, replace all the old boots and duct work and install the new furnace. They paid a lot of attention not to damage or dirty the floor/carpet. I am very happy with their performance. They may not be the cheapest on the block but it was all worthed and you only have to do that once in your lifetime."
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+42

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Diamond Heating and Air
Diamond Heating and Air
4.8(
120
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a good job. The time before that when we had them come out, we were having some sort of problems with heater and they came and repaired it. They were good. They were affordable. They came out when called."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Ray O Cook Heating & Air
4.7(
243
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1947

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome experience from one week prior to installation when Tech Sonny Osorio made a service call to my home! I made the decision to replace my very old system! He arranged for Estimator Paul McHugh to come to my house! New system was selected, installation date arraigned for 3/13/18. Rick Tudor and his crew did the installation! From start to finish Ray O. cook is the very best! Absolutely no high pressure and everyone was timely, efficient, polite, knowledgeable and extremely helpful! Answered all my questions, and the pricing was great! Highly recommend!"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for BON Heating & Cooling
BON Heating & Cooling
5.0(
10
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bon was very helpful and luckily had an opening for my HVAC unit during a crazy heat wave when all of the other big companies flaked on me or didn't have openings for weeks. My unit wasn't pumping out cool air and it was 90 degrees in my house during the heat wave. His prices and services were very reasonable. He gave me a free estimate by checking my vents and my unit. Luckily I just ran out of refrigerant and he was able to refill it when he found out I had very low levels. He noticed the builders who installed the unit was lazy and didn't waterproof the wiring correctly so he found a pool of water collecting in the sleeve holding the wires. He waterproofed it for a cheap price. Thank you for saving the day Bon!"
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+11

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