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Relax HVAC, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with this company.  I have worked with "others" for the last 9 years, and found Relax Air to be much more cost effective, with much more KINDNESS, care, concern and follow up.  Everything was handled expeditiously and with professionalism and they were very willing to work with me on price and budget.  All these things certainly set them apart - and they truly care about their work and the satisfaction of their customers.

In addition to the replacement of the downstairs system, I have had ongoing years and years of problems with my upstairs unit with it neither cooling or heating effectively.  It has been looked at and "worked on" many times. NO ONE in the past had identified that the duct work was failing and needed resealed in many places, nor the fact that the attic fan was not only not working but was entirely disconnected.  These things were fixed for me on a separate visit - and my upstairs is now so cold in summer that I had to add blankets!  Love it!

I am a very discerning (some might say picky) customer - and for me to tell you that I have the utmost respect for these folks and would always use them again, and again.....truly means something.  I don't throw around idle praise - but can't say enough good things here."
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Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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F.H. Furr Plumbing Heating AC & Electrical
4.6(
2,388
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

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Emergency services offered

"I will start Buy saying the Technician Rich W. is courteous and honest he made me feel at ease from the start we looked at the lighting we needed replaced he provided a quote right there on the spot. Tho we had lower estimates Rich explained why going with FH Furr was in our best interest knowing that He would be performing the work set my mind at ease secondly having a workmanship warranty made my choice easy. Rich was able to have me put on schedule to have the installation done."
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Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Petro Home Services
4.3(
103
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Furnace was not operating because the company's automatic delivery system ran me out of oil.
Technician showed up promptly and got the furnace operating but could not get heat into the house. Had to reschedule to have zone valves replaced. Technician show up late and didn't have the required parts. Had to reschedule again.
The third technician showed up on time with all the correct parts and worked most of the day to get the system operating properly.
He was completely knowledgeable and very conciencious that everything was working correctly.

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Response time6 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
4.5(
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Emergency services offered

"JDL replaced a defective propane furnace and did an excellent job. The new one is installed better than the original. JDL scheduled an inspection by the county inspector also said they did an excellent job. They were efficient, timely and friendly."
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Response time5 hrs
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Modern Mechanical
4.4(
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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"Everything went well!  They did accidentally bring the wrong equipment at first because of a paperwork mixup at the home office, but they corrected it quickly and even upgraded my outdoor heat pump unit as compensation for the mistake.  That did cause them to have to drive to the Lennox distribution center and back, setting the install completion back a couple of hours.  I guess for that I have to knock them on "quality".
But other than that, everything went smoothly.  They were professional and courteous.  They also called back the next day to check on everything and make sure that everything was satisfactory and to apologize for the mixup.
Thanks, Modern Mech!
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BRIGGS HEATING & COOLING
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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"All went well. Briggs sent a very nice, polite, efficient and knowledgeable servicer. He needed to replace a part and checked with me about the price and explained clearly the need for the replacement."
Response time12 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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HPC Services HVAC & Plumbing
New to Angi

Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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

In business since 2002

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The installation went extremely well.  Our Techs, Chad and Steven arrived promptly at 8 AM and immediately went to work.  And as a homemaker, I really appreciated the fact that they wore boot covers over their shoes to protect the carpeting.  Since this installation required going inside and outside many times, they also put down a protective plastic covering where they had to walk inside!  What else can you ask for!  They had the installation totally completed in the time frame we were told, approximately 5 hours, then took the time to explain the workings of the new thermostat,  There were both very polite and so cordial!  After they left, there was not one scrap of any debris and we are now enjoying our new A/C unit.  I also want to mention that Total Comfort did the original installation of all of our HVAC when we built our home almost 10 years ago, and we have kept a maintenance contract with them ever since.  When we had this problem, they were here immediately and had our unit installed in just a few days.  Total Comfort is an excellent company, with a wonderful group of employees, both in the field and office.  We will stay with them for all of our HVAC needs!




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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Sila Heating, Cooling and Plumbing
4.6(
2,180
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On a scale of 1-10, I will give Sila’s water heater installation team (Marcus and Roberto) a solid 10 for installing a new 50-Gallon Bradford White electric water heater. On Tuesday afternoon, I talked to Will in Customer Service; he provided me with a fair quote ($1400) and scheduled my installation for Thursday morning. Marcus and Roberto were on-time and pleasant with their interactions with me. This is my first time buying a Bradford White unit; in the past, I used Rheem water heaters with great success. I will use Sila again (as long as the price is fair)."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Gainesville, 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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