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BRIGGS HEATING & COOLING
4.5(
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Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These guys are awesome! The outside part of my HVAC system was completely bombed. All it would do was make clunking noises when the system tried to fire up. Briggs showed up and figured out the issue. They were able to coordinate and get parts on the same day, and get my system back up and running. These guys are amazing, I wouldn't call anyone else."
Response time12 hrs
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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HPC Services HVAC & Plumbing
New to Angi

Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

15% Senior Discount!\n15% Military and Veterans discount! \n$50 AC Tune Up!\n\nHPC Services is a proud Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business brining a fresh take on HVAC and plumbing to Maryland and Virginia. Our technicians are trained to service, repair, and maintain your systems. \n\n$99 Service fee WAIVED if hired! Financing available!\n** Discounts cannot be applied to Service fee.

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F.H Furr Fredericksburg
New to Angi

Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Three qualities all of our people have that make us Northern Virginia, D.C. & Maryland’s #1 Home Service Provider. That’s the F.H. Furr Difference.\n\nF.H. Furr is D.C., Maryland & Northern Virginia’s premier plumber, HVAC contractor and electrician. F.H. Furr is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau and has consistently been voted Best of Prince William County for HVAC, Plumbing and electrical.

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Total Comfort Heating, Air & Plumbing
4.7(
121
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Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"This was an Excellent installation - precise (meticulous) and clean. Wish we had done this sooner. This was a great experience from start (sales) to finish (installation and follow-up). The new system is fabulous. We've been using Total Comfort for over 14 years, so this wasn't a surprise."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Merryman’s Heating&Cooling
4.9(
33
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Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Emergency services offered

"I have used Ricky Merryman 4 times over the past three years to replace my hot water heater, air conditioner, blower and gas furnace. Every time he was very responsive, very honest in his appraisals and affordable. Him and his family are wonderful to work with and very professional. He is extremely trustworthy and I would HIGHLY recommend him for any of your heating and cooling needs.
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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McCarthy Services
4.2(
1,139
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Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Randall did a great job at unclogging the sink and replacing the pipes that needed to be replaced. He was very professional and explained exactly what needed to be done and what the cost would be. If I have anymore plumbing problems, I will definitely call McCarthy services again and hope that I can get Randall again.Around"
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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ARS / Rescue Rooter Manassas
4.4(
718
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Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1947

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Very well. Lee Strayer of ARS sold us the system being replaced and it was a good experience so we used Lee again. He walked us through the available options and fully answered our questions which made the decision easier. He also worked to take advantage of manufacturer discounts and to arrange the installation. The day of the installation was pouring rain but the team worked around that without complaint or mess to our home and were finished by mid-afternoon."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Sunshine Contracting Corporation
4.6(
317
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Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sunshine replaced 7 windows and an entry door, and installed a storm door. They were professional and excellent communicators, start to finish. No surprise costs. Efficient, friendly, and tidy. I plan to hire again."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Davis Plumbing & Heating Inc
4.4(
56
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Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They quoted a fair price, arrived well within the time frame they said they would (it was same-day service), and were courteous, professional, and thorough.  I would not hesitate to use them again, or recommend.

**Update from yesterday**  Bit of serendipity--I found my receipt from the previous water heater installation in 1996.  Davis had done that one as well.  They did a great job then, and they did this time as well.  Wish I'd found it to show Sean--he said our place looked familiar."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Pope's Air Conditioning & Heating
4.8(
798
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Serving Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Heather Pfeifer in the last week Our HVAC system went out after 13 years and I had five different companies come out to give me a bid. Tim put together a proposal that couldn't be beat. Not only was his bid 20%-30% lower than all of the other companies, but he spent a lot of time answering my questions (I had an entire page!), carefully going every option but NEVER pushing me to purchase anything we didn't need. Moreover, told us of a great financing deal that would start the following week through TRANE (0% for 60 months). Since we fully expected our downstairs unit to conk out in the next year or two (same age), we decided to bite the bullet and replace both units, including our furnace. Tim helped us put together a hybrid unit that will significantly reduce our reliance on propane , which is so costly. Ultimately, our new systems are expected to reduce our energy bills by 20-30%. To top everything off, Tim had his crew come in the day before installation to clean all our ducts for free, and included 2 years of free service of both systems. He was beyond generous, and he went above and beyond to make the entire experience pleasant. The installation team (Bill, Jay, Mark, Richard) arrived on time and were nothing but professional and courteous. They spent the entire day installing the units, and were extremely careful to keep things clean and orderly. They were all super friendly and great with our dog, who thought she just made three new friends. At the end of the installation, they went over both systems with me, reviewed all of the paperwork/contracts, and walked me through our new hi-tech thermostat. They never tried to rush me as I asked them more questions, even after being here all day. I am so happy that it'll be one of these guys who will come out to service the units twice a year. In sum, I can not give a higher rating for Pope's Air - every single part of the process was handled professionally and with utmost courtesy and consideration. THANK YOU!!!"
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Fredericksburg, VA

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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