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Fontana Brothers Heating & Air Conditioning
5.0(
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Serving Holmes Beach, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fontana Brothers installed my new Bosch HVAC system, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. Freddie and Shaquille arrived exactly on time, worked efficiently, and left the work area cleaner than it was before they began. Their attention to detail and professionalism were outstanding. As a Realtor for more than 30 years, I’ve dealt with many HVAC companies, and Fontana Brothers continues to be one of the very best. They consistently deliver excellent service to both me and my clients, and their pricing remains highly competitive. I trust them completely with my referrals. Special thanks to Dan Fontana, who heads the service department — always organized, responsive, and helpful — as well as the entire office staff, who are consistently friendly and a pleasure to work with. I will absolutely continue to recommend Fontana Brothers to others seeking HVAC installation, repair, or replacement."
Response time12 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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D & W Heating & Air Conditioning
4.7(
284
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Serving Holmes Beach, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Options explored in detail & selection of unit was made by me. The proposal was sent out after an onsite inspection. Vendor identified that additional ductwork was not needed which another bidder was anxious to replace at a much higher cost. Terms and conditions were agreed upon in writing. Installation was performed the following week and an onsite inspection was made by a reliable source, since I could not do so myself from my home in Illinois. The service met and exceeded my expectations."
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate88%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A Breath Of Fresh Aire
4.7(
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Serving Holmes Beach, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I purchased a Deal, spoke with Ken, the owner, and he was flexible about my schedule changes (due to the tile job taking longer). Since a crew was running behind, he came himself to do the work late in the afternoon knowing that I needed the vent cleaning that day before we moved in. Ken did an amazingly through job of cleaning and disinfecting, and shared his knowledge about HVAC systems and duct routing the whole time. He analyzed our system capacity, checked the duct routing in the attic, and gave us options for improving our HVAC system in future when the existing equipment is ready for replacement. So not just a simple service - an informed future strategy! Can't say enough about how impressed we were with A Breath of Fresh Aire, we will definitely use their services again."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate87%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Anthony's Cooling Heating Electrical
4.7(
107
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Serving Holmes Beach, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a tech here within one hour of calling on a Saturday evening. On Monday morning I received a follow up cal from Anthony's to schedule a follow up visit. Both Nick who came on Saturday and Julio who came o Tuesday were excellent. They demonstrated a great attitude as well as a high degree of knowledge. I have worked with Anthony's for a number of years first servicing my 20 year old system to installing and servicing my new system. I also appreciated the great service without any pressure to replace old 20 yr old relic. I selected Anthony's because of the reputation. They are not overrated."
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Response time9 hrs
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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LPAC Services- Larry Pearson A/C
4.6(
362
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Serving Holmes Beach, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Installed new unit on date agreed and very professional staff with NO problems. Unit continues to work with NO Problems. I contacted several companies and none of them offered installation of type unit I needed and pricing was fair."
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Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Roman Service Cooling & Heating
4.6(
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Serving Holmes Beach, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What a great experience! From Noah's knowledge and guidance during the sales experience to Darbyley and Armando's installation. Great company! Great pricing! Great sales and service! I would recommend them 100%!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate98%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Trost Heating and Cooling, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Holmes Beach, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Larry was great, super responsive and solved our problem. All other companies wanted to replace the central air unit but Larry was able to fix it in no time. He was really professional and efficient. We would highly recommend him for all projects."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fresh Air Services
4.8(
61
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Serving Holmes Beach, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The service went great. Darren showed up right on time and went straight to work. He explained the entire process to me and let me watch along side him. Unfortunately the dryer vent was very clogged. The last part of the service includes going on the roof and cleaning out the vent cap. This includes a video with audio illustrating the vent being completely freed of debris. The dryer is now in great working order again. Would definitely recommend Fresh Air Services."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Holmes Beach, FL

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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