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Punbar Air
5.0(
54
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I call in the morning to get an estimate for a condenser replacement, and after reviewing the options with Ronald Amaya I made a decision for a trane 16 seer condenser. They brought it to my home that same morning and then came back in the afternoon to install it before the end of the day. After seeing their job I realized how flawed was the previous installation, they corrected a lot of the issues the previous installer had not paid attention to. The fact that two mechanical engineers were in charge of installing the unit gave me reassurance that the job was done up to very high professional standards. The gave me a lot of general advice on how to maintain and use the equipment and when they left everything was in good condition. They took care of registering the unit and send me the certificate of extended warranty. Will definitely use again for future needs and I highly recommend them."
Heating System Maintenance
Heating System Maintenance
Coil and Condenser Replacement
Heating System Maintenance
Coil and Condenser Replacement

+40

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kelly's
4.9(
45
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"“ Thought you should know” ELIE, Ras, Sergio and the TEAM did a wonderful job with a complete AC installation and Insulation. They were very attentive, answered all the difficult questions from someone whom knows very little about AC and made this a seamless process. It’s only day one, but very thankful you have wonderful staff at Kelly’s. I would use your services again and highly recommend Kelly’s. Just because of the TEAM in the field. Highly recommend them. No pressure. Just quality service. The Coopers"
Air Duct Cleaning
insulation
HVAC
Furnace Install
Furnace Install

+15

Response time10 hrs
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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John Moore Services
3.6(
848
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1965

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent service from John Moore! This review goes across the board to capture all those involved from the initial call for service to the final step of installation/replacement. We’ve used John Moore Services for several things in the past three months and once again they did not disappoint. Great customer service, pricing, speed and efficiency in installation! Highly recommend!!"
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Bellaire Air Conditioning & Heating
4.6(
267
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nothing has gone wrong. They did a good job. They had a good price. It was just like the other company. They knew what they were doing. They did it,they cleaned up, and then they left. They caused no problems. They were here when they were suppose to be. They were professional, courteous, and all that stuff. We had them before, they were servicing our previous air conditioner, and they put in the new one. They are servicing the new one now."
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+11

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Evolution Services Group
5.0(
33
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I depend on Evolution Services. They are knowledgeable, courteous, and prompt. They have repaired my washer, cleaned the dryer vent (we do this annually), and they installed a built in double oven, gas cooktop, microwave, and 3 new dishwashers. I have used them at two different homes. They even helped find me a great deal in a replacement when my dishwasher died 18 months out of warranty. I HIGHLY recommend!"
Dryer Vent Cleaning
Repair Noisy Dryer
Dryer Vent Cleaning
Repair Noisy Dryer
Appliance Repair Project

+59

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Fresh Air, L.P.
4.8(
120
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I did not pay anything.  His brother is across the street from us and he installed these three units we put in and so it’s coming out in the spring and in the fall to do the checkup.  But this was a unique situation, he was going to do a spring cleaning, a spring checkup, but we will be remodeling in March and he said “that’s going to bring up a lot of dust and dirt and it’s going to get into the system, that’s the time we are going to change the coffer out after the remodeling.”  They are very good.  They always on the know.  They know what they are talking about. "
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+5

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Calahan Construction & Air
4.7(
189
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I originally asked Stacey for a quote last March, when I had to have some pipework done under the house and I thought I might be able to roll them in together and save some money. That didn't work out, so I had to put off the renovation. I recently had a hip replaced and am about to have the other replaced and it's very difficult to manage showers with the old setup. I decided to ask Stacey if he was available although it was very short notice. (I think he fit me in within less than three weeks.) Stacey's quote was $7500 and he stayed with this same price although six months had passed. The price included demo, providing and installing hardie board, laying the shower floor, building the shower frame, building a chair-height bench, providing and installing a new toilet and vanity, providing and installing a new light/fan/heat combination, installing miscellaneous bathroom hardware (that I provided - towel rack and toilet paper holder), installing a large mirror (that I provided) to replace the medicine cabinet, providing and installing new floor tile, new shower floor and wall tile including an accent tile, providing and installing new shower fixtures, providing and installed a new glass shower door, providing paint and painting everything that wasn't tiled including the linen closet. (I think that's everything!) The work took just shy of seven days. In everything, Stacey went above and beyond. (I was surprised that he worked with the crew and worked very hard.) Most of all, he managed my expectations very well. I was concerned about the shower door because the only kind I could remember seeing were the frameless, hinged style, and the sliding door he chose had a frame at the top and bottom (not in the middle). At first I really wanted those entirely frameless doors, but thank God he talked me down. In such a small bathroom, they would have been a nightmare. The towel rack that I ordered from that big online retailer arrived with the end open, and Stacey discovered that one of the screws was missing (and the hole stripped), so I'm guessing this item had actually been returned and then re-sent to me. Stacey did a workaround and it looks beautiful. He also was very helpful in guiding me with choices. There are so many choices out there in tiles and paint colors and EVERYTHING that I nearly shut down just trying to pick out accent tile. He provided paint cards so I could choose colors. Finally, he knew I had some blinds in my front window that I had installed improperly and now (recovering from the surgery) am not able to fix myself. He installed these for me as well! I just really couldn't be happier with the work. I highly recommend Calahan Construction. FYI, I asked Stacey if he does floor tile for the rest of the house (he does) and I am looking forward to working with him again on this project in the coming months."
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Amana Systems

+6

Recommended by91%of homeowners
South Belt Air Conditioning & Heating
4.9(
69
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend Matthew and his crew, if you are looking for HVAC work to be done. My wife and I just purchased this house built in 1989. The HVAC configuration in the attic was either original equipment, poorly patched work, or equipment that was not compatible with the new air conditioner. I had gotten in-person estimates from 3 other companies and here's what made me go with South Belt: Matthew understood that my wife and I had a tight budget, so he clearly provided us with what COULD be replaced and what NEEDED to be replaced. Matthew's crew worked fast and were very courteous. Our system now works far better than I expected it would."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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THARLING AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING
4.5(
41
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1969

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"It was a three day job. 

They had to come back because the evaporator coil in the attic was defective from the factory. They didn't catch and I didn't neither when they first installed but it showed after a month. They came back out took out the old one and put in a new one and its worked ever since.

If you have to have heating and air work I certainly look at them. We've used them for inspections for quite a number of years but this was a major replacement and they did that well."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Houston, TX

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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