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Airstream Plumbing & Heating Inc
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Serving Fruita, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We're very appreciative Airstream Plumbing and Heating fixed our heater, and installed a new pressure tank for our hot water heater! Fast, same day scheduling is outstanding!"
Response time1 day
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Wellman Heating & Air
4.8(
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Serving Fruita, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"John is very professional and knowledgeable. He arrived early. After the boiler inspection we were furnished with a very detailed invoice about what was done along with recommendations for future repairs. I would recommend him for any HVAC repairs, installs or inspections and will definitely contact him again for additional repairs."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
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Haining Home Services
5.0(
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Serving Fruita, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Haining Home Services has been a locally and family owned business from day one and it continues to be that way today! Jim Hopkins and his family, Tammy his wife does bookkeeping and his daughter Melissa is office admin. The entire Haining team always strives to meet or exceed the highest performance standards in the business from employee training to customer care and we ensure all of our technicians are knowledgeable to answer any of your questions. We are here to help our community live comfortably and safely everyday. We also have 24 Hour Emergency Service. Call us today 970-242-4429

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Response time11 hrs
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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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GJ Appliances
4.9(
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Serving Fruita, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim and the guys were amazing. Straight forward and honest. They tore down my old swamp cooler and installed a new improved cooler within 4 hours. The whole crew were very kind, professional and extremely knowledgeable! I would definitely recommend and hire them again!"
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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Home Comfort Services, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Fruita, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Brett was amazing, timely and so very courteous! He ezplained everything he would be doing during my swamp cooler start up, and then after. I also had some issues that he took care of right away!! I wll definitely will be using Home Comfort Services again!"
Combination boiler and water heater
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
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Serving Fruita, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jim did a great job. He quickly assessed the problem and then took our unit with him to work on it more. When he got back to us, the fix would have cost more than it was worth. He gave us options for a new or refurbished PC. We felt the refurbished was a good deal and chose that. He came back and set that up and we are very happy with it. He then took a look at my laptop and again took it along. He tuned it up and installed a speed upgrade we wanted. Of course, we paid extra for the new unit and upgrades, but we thought the price was very fair. Jim seemed very knowledgeable and responsive. We will definitely call him again if we need any computer services."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Fruita, CO

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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