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LunAireLLC
4.8(
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From start to finish this company was prompt with responses and installation. Anival the owner delivered on price and service. I would not hesitate to recommend or rehire them."
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project

+28

27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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Emergency Air
3.6(
19
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Exceeded my expectations from the start. Caleb Garver was on time. He efficiently explained what systems would work well in our house. The installers arrived the next day on schedule. Fernando and his co-installer were efficient, worked in horrible heat. The outdoor temperature was 105+. Fernando explained everything and showed us how to use the thermostat and change the filters. Then a senior technician, Robert, came and did a complete inspection and sign off of the job. Because of the outstanding experience with the quote/sale and installation, we were comfortable getting the maintenance plan. We highly recommend Emergency Air."
90+ indoor furnace
curb mount rooftop package heat pump
Carrier Infinity system 24 SEER with full indoor air quality package
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Carrier Infinity system 24 SEER with full indoor air quality package

+13

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Mythical air
New to Angi

Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Mythical Air HVAC was founded by Charlie Pearcy and David Hanna after leaving the corporate HVAC world to bring honest, high-quality service back to Phoenix.\n\nWe believe homeowners deserve real technicians, not sales pressure. With years of hands-on experience in the Phoenix heat, we specialize in AC repair, installation, maintenance, and system replacements designed to handle the Arizona climate.\n\nAt Mythical Air, we’re committed to straightforward pricing, reliable service, and keeping the Valley cool — because in Phoenix, comfort isn’t optional.\n\nSo cool, it’s unreal

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The Plumber
4.4(
793
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have a contract. I pay for that when I have something fixed. I did find someone that was cheaper but that was after the fact. They came out right away. He was a little late maybe 10 or 15 minutes. I may shop around for a lower price. I would recommend them but I would shop around."
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Warrior Heating and Cooling
4.9(
17
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Great!! Matt inspected the unit and we determined that one of the fins on my blower might be a bit loose. He came across as very knowledgeable, experienced and did not automatically want to replace things that did not need to be replaced. I decided to enter into a twice yearly service inspection contract for both my units with him. Looking forward to using Warrior HVAC company when the need arrives. Thank you Matt for your quick response to my request for service."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Heath's Air
5.0(
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Heath and his team are exceptional. They promptly responded to phone calls, showed up on time, and performed the work in a professional and efficient manner. You will get an honest assessment from Heath. He will not try to oversell or add in things that you don't need. After receiving quotes from 4 different contractors (2 large/2 small), Heath's Air was the best value by far. There was never any sales pressure and they answered every question I had before making my decision. I had a complete HVAC system replacement as my previous one was about 25 years old. They came in, did their job, kept me informed of their progress, and made sure everything was working properly before finishing up the job. In my experience, I have found that the owner, Heath, is quite knowledgeable, honest, and trustworthy. Overall, the work went very well!"
New AC units.
AC system.
Air conditioning repair/maintenance.
AC Unit Installation
AC Unit Installation

+31

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arctic Fox Air Conditioning and Heating LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I was in the process of buying a house and my home inspector refered me to this company, Because he was unable to test the ac unit since there was not a thermostat hooked up. I mentioned to Heath I didn't have a thermostat hooked up and he said if I had one ready they could install it for free while they were out there...
Well since I wasn't closing right away I did not want to put in a thermostat and have to gank it back out if I backed out so he was very nice and said if I closed on the property they would install the thermostat the next time they were in the neighborhood and I was able to let them in. He stuck to his word 3 months later I called him up and he sent someone out to install my ac thermostat for free. These guys have my business as long as I own a ac unit and will get a referal any time someone asks me for a good ac company. On time and very courteous people.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ARMER CORP.
4.7(
140
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"MY AC was out for three weeks and the company that the warranty company assigned me to did not know what they were doing. They wanted unsafe modifications made to my attic to get the unit in. After unbelievable frustration I was able to get the warranty company to switch me over to Armer. Within one week they installed my new system. No modifications were needed. They were all nice and communication was great. The two young men that installed did a great job and a month later, I have AC running. Thank you for coming in and making this happen!"
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Vintage Air LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Fort Mcdowell, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vintage Air called to confirm the appointment then texted me when he was on his way. His van was professionally signed identifying his company. He was courteous, professional and knowledgeable. He did not try to up sale me or sell me things that were not needed. Very honest. I definitely would hire Vintage Air again."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Fort Mcdowell, AZ

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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