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MSD Heating & Cooling
4.8(
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Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First the cons: NONE

Pros:  Solids A grade on all levels.
1) The owner Immediately responded to my request for an estimate and provided his cell for phone or text communications.  
2)  Met me on my requested date and time, showing up a several minutes early.
3) Provided a no pressure suggestion on what I needed, using new brand name manufacturer, and completely accommodated my short timeline.
4) Gave a rough verbal quote followed by a written one without surprises.
5) Worked together to find a date that worked for the install, never changed, and showed up as promised, on time too.
6) Ali and his two employees were professional, clean, neat, hardworking, and always willing to answer questions.
7) Accommodated  non standard HVAC line closure color to blend perfectly with the home; no up charge or pushback.
8) Placed all furniture back, completely cleaned up, tested and reviewed system. 

Summary: Strongly recommend to anyone needing HVAC service or install.  Other Angie's List providers were good, however MSD was the most attentive, adaptable and straight forward. "
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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All Weather Heating & Cooling
4.6(
68
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Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin was great! The rest of the company not so much. Kevin diagnosed the problem immediately as the thermostat, had a replacement in the truck, and completed the installation of the new unit quickly. He showed me how to program the updated version, and everything seemed to be fine - until the next morning. Turned out the replacement was defective. When I called, I was told that they might not be able to get back to me that day, but Kevin interrupted his schedule to come back and put in a new (and working) unit at no charge."
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Response time3 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Ryan & Company
4.4(
68
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Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1949

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the initial proposal and questions with Kevin to the installation with Mike and Milt, the professionalism and knowledge sharing was remarkable. To have the owner, Kevin, involved was a key influence in decision, as was our neighbors high positive regard for Ryan & Co. The installation was efficient. Mike and Milt were so organized and kept things neat and clean. They paid attention to detail and fixed the ancillary to the main system where needed. High quality all around. The system is in and can’t wait to see how it works, especially through the tricky up and down temps of the fall season. Farewell to the 35 yr old system."
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Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Petro Home Services
4.3(
103
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Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"the process was better than I expected. The sale man knew what he was talking about . The installation crew had worked for the company a long time and were also very knowable . When we could not understand a few things they sent out a serviceman just to show us how it works. They also directed us towards financiers and reabate availability."
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Response time6 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Speer Air
4.6(
165
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Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1958

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used Speer Air for several years for HVAC preventive maintenance at my home. We recently expanded and they installed a package unit to take care of the expansion space. The work was good and they have been back for adjustments as necessary."
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Response time2 days
Response rate85%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PROMEN HVAC Inc
4.9(
206
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Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Diego is very professional, responsive, trustworthy and respectful. Very easy to work with. He came to fix our 2 AC units (leaks) and replaced our kitchen faucet. He answered our questions, explained things clearly, did his work thoroughly and cleaned everything up. He even took the time to clean our 2 AC units. Would definitely hire and recommend him for any cooling, heating and plumbing work in the future."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Overall Plumbing Heating and Cooling
4.9(
70
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Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Overall Plumbing Heat & Cooling to replace a kitchen faucet and are very happy with the experience. When replacing the faucet they made us aware of a rusted part of the piping connecting to the dishwasher and recommended we replace it to avoid a flood. Sam & AJ went above and beyond to go purchase the necessary part rather than coming back another day and have us wait. They arrived promptly within the scheduled window, reviewed pricing and made sure the job was up to our standards before leaving. Although I hope we don’t have any plumbing issues soon, Overall will be the first number we call!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arctic Air Conditioning
4.8(
865
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Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After two weeks of trying to diagnose the problem with my heating system, it was determined that I needed to replace the system. Although this was not the answer that I was looking for, it was the right answer and decision. From the technicians who determined a replacement was needed, to Phil Grego who coordinated the replacement installation, to Miguel and his coworker who worked quickly to replace the system, it was a flawless coordinated effort to restore a working heating system in my house. All representatives from Arctic Air were respectful and informative. An extra shout out to Phil who was able to get me on the installation schedule quickly."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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The Weather Busters by Airflow
4.4(
191
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Serving Hackensack, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They came to do the cleaning and they quoted us to replace the system, which they said needed to be done. Their price was way too high. They didn’t actually do the cleaning. But we had another company install the new system."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Hackensack, NJ

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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