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B & D Plumbing, Heating & A/C
4.8(
151
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Angi Approved

In business since 1982

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"My God! Dan came out this morning, I explained what was done, he went to work on it right away! My furnace stopped working December 25th, 2024, no heat till today! Keep in mind, the last technician I hired in January 2025, charged me 240 dollars for 20 minutes analysis just to tell me I need new furnace and AC central, my AC works beautifully. Then I used 4 space heaters to keep my house warm! Man my electric bill was over 400 dollars the first month and climbing higher each coming months till Spring arrived! I hired B & D Plumbing and Heater Co. to come out and finish the job. It was a gentleman name Dan, he did an extremely awesome job, telling me the details, explaining everything I needed to knowledge. And now the furnace works about as good as it gets beautifully. The impressive part, he took his sweet time. And the most impressive part was when he presented my total bill! I was about to have a major heart attack when I saw the bill! It wasn’t through the roof bill! Cheap cheap"
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Pronto Heating & Air Conditioning
4.9(
1,409
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Angi Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Customer service: excellent. Technical knowledge: excellent. Explaining complex systems to a senior: couldn't have been better. You really get the sense that this company has it's act together. These guys deserve the five stars I gave them. Gregg, Roseville"
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Finken Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
1.0(
1
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Angi Approved

In business since 1961

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Finken called to sell RO filters for RO system previously installed. They took payment over the phone and stated the filters were paid in full and drop off of the filters would occur. After drop off, invoices were sent requesting additional payment. When calling to discuss the issue, representatives give excuses as to why the original payment 'didn't go through'. They state there is a training issue, and conveniently the person who processes the invoices is never available. They state they take the credit card information at the time of original phone call and store it in their vault. I've requested they delete my information and stop calling me as I've already paid as they required before delivery. I will look into purchasing these replacements elsewhere as the business practices are questionable and customer service is poor. "
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Aquarius Home Services
4.7(
198
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Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Completely useless visit. I requested a water softener repair. The technician tested the water and discovered that it was hard (I knew this already because the water softener wasn't working). He pushed buttons on the control valve of the water softener and discovered that it wasn't working (I already knew this). They couldn't repair the water softener because it wasn't "their" equipment (brand and model was noted in the repair request, so they presumably already knew they wouldn't be able to repair, but came anyway). The technician volunteered to send a plumber and a sales consultant. Don't waste your $98 on Aquarius. This company is a complete scam. "
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
HOME DEPOT
4.0(
20
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"The contractor was good."
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Virnala's Home Repair Service Inc.
New to Angi

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Our company provides professional home repair service since 1997 and pride ourselves in our above and beyond attitude. Call us!

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SAYLER HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING INC
5.0(
20
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In business since 2006

Free estimates

"Explained the whole process. Took apart parts of the furnace not cleaned by the last furnace repair service. Knew, in detail all about our particular furnace."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Professional Touch Interiors LLC
5.0(
1
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In business since 1998

Residential only, I am a smaller owner operator and do most jobs myself but have some part time help when required.\nI am very detailed and focused on customer satisfaction! \nHigh quality at a reasonable price is my goal.\n16 years in business by referral based clientele.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
OC MECHANICAL INC
5.0(
2
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In business since 2004

Free estimates

3 EMPLOYEES. USES SUBS FOR LABOR. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. $20 TRAVEL CHARGE APPLIES 2/19/08. $115 SERVICE FEE APPLIES 2/19/08. MAY CONTACT THROUGH EMAIL.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Howard Lake, MN

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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