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Vasquez Landscape Management Inc
82376 Ocotillo Ave
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Vasquez Landscape Management Inc
82376 Ocotillo Ave
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
247 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of landscaping design and installs, hardscaping, pavers, trees, plants, flowers, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Extremely fast service, polite, reasonable. I would definitely hire them again next time I need my fountain repaired."

Doug C on April 2025

We specialize in all phases of landscaping design and installs, hardscaping, pavers, trees, plants, flowers, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Extremely fast service, polite, reasonable. I would definitely hire them again next time I need my fountain repaired."

Doug C on April 2025


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Star’s Handy Service
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4.81(
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Star’s Handy Service
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4.81(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
814 local quotes requested

I am a Navy veteran with 15+ years of construction experience, offering competitive rates and a satisfaction guarantee for various home services. Call 442-332-6196 for free advice on your next project. Furniture assembly Dump runs Demolition Custom Closet Builds Home Organization

"Kevin assembled a complex, unfamiliar home gym that came with poorly written directions. He did the job well. Kevin is nice guy who kept me updated on his progress."

Terrence T on April 2025

I am a Navy veteran with 15+ years of construction experience, offering competitive rates and a satisfaction guarantee for various home services. Call 442-332-6196 for free advice on your next project. Furniture assembly Dump runs Demolition Custom Closet Builds Home Organization

"Kevin assembled a complex, unfamiliar home gym that came with poorly written directions. He did the job well. Kevin is nice guy who kept me updated on his progress."

Terrence T on April 2025


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ALL VALLEY AIR
77899 Wolf Road
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ALL VALLEY AIR
77899 Wolf Road
4.69(
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
608 local quotes requested

We have been servicing the HVAC industry for over 35 years. We are a family owned and operated business. We offer fair pricing and guarantee an honest opinion as to what fits each customers needs best.

"Share review Embed review Write an update Edit review 10/30/2020 These guys were terrific, from bid to install to programming. They responded very quickly Daniel with the bid and the lead time on install was short. When they showed up they had their masks on and went to work. Very professional. Bento & Chava worked their tails off installing 4 heating air conditioning units in 2 days. They wanted 7am, we pushed them to 7:30 they were there on time and ready to go. The second day Carlos arrived to program our new thermostats to our phones, perfectly. He made sure we understood the functions on the wall thermostats as well as the phone. I would highly recommend these guys, they take pride in their work and care about you!"

Kimberly S on October 2020

We have been servicing the HVAC industry for over 35 years. We are a family owned and operated business. We offer fair pricing and guarantee an honest opinion as to what fits each customers needs best.

"Share review Embed review Write an update Edit review 10/30/2020 These guys were terrific, from bid to install to programming. They responded very quickly Daniel with the bid and the lead time on install was short. When they showed up they had their masks on and went to work. Very professional. Bento & Chava worked their tails off installing 4 heating air conditioning units in 2 days. They wanted 7am, we pushed them to 7:30 they were there on time and ready to go. The second day Carlos arrived to program our new thermostats to our phones, perfectly. He made sure we understood the functions on the wall thermostats as well as the phone. I would highly recommend these guys, they take pride in their work and care about you!"

Kimberly S on October 2020


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Absolute Air Conditioning And Heating
74095 Fairway Dr
4.93(
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Absolute Air Conditioning And Heating
74095 Fairway Dr
4.93(
75
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
338 local quotes requested

You can put your trust in Absolute Air Conditioning And Heating We provide personal service with exceptional quality. We are a new company with ambition to strive for excellence in customer service while providing top quality work. Our unparalleled service, competitive prices, and overall value are why our loyal customers won't go anywhere else. We look forward to serving you! Ca C-20 License number: 945702 Licensed Bonded Insured Mention that you saw this on Angie's List for $20 off your next call. We offer Senior discounts please ask for details.

"We have been using Absolute Air for many years to do regular maintenance on our systems. Brian and the team (in the office and in the field) are very professional and easy to work with. So, when we needed to replace our A/C unit that was ancient, we reached out. They helped us select the right unit, which was then installed and set up expertly. The entire process was smooth. Absolute handled our large project with care and the new unit is GREAT!"

Alexis A on January 2022

You can put your trust in Absolute Air Conditioning And Heating We provide personal service with exceptional quality. We are a new company with ambition to strive for excellence in customer service while providing top quality work. Our unparalleled service, competitive prices, and overall value are why our loyal customers won't go anywhere else. We look forward to serving you! Ca C-20 License number: 945702 Licensed Bonded Insured Mention that you saw this on Angie's List for $20 off your next call. We offer Senior discounts please ask for details.

"We have been using Absolute Air for many years to do regular maintenance on our systems. Brian and the team (in the office and in the field) are very professional and easy to work with. So, when we needed to replace our A/C unit that was ancient, we reached out. They helped us select the right unit, which was then installed and set up expertly. The entire process was smooth. Absolute handled our large project with care and the new unit is GREAT!"

Alexis A on January 2022


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Magnolia Heating & Cooling Inc
6990 Jurupa Ave
4.68(
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Magnolia Heating & Cooling Inc
6990 Jurupa Ave
4.68(
788
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Customers say: Super punctual
2208 local quotes requested
74 years of experience

100% customer satisfaction is our top priority. Please check out our 2500+ 5 star reviews across the internet with an 5 Star A+ rating. Homeowners, expect nothing but the best from their HVAC contractor, and Magnolia Heating and Cooling is ready to exceed your expectations. Call today for AC or Heater Repairs, Replacement, Installation or any other service.

"As always, Magnolia exceeded expectations. Christian, my technician, was prompt, personable and proficient. I am more than satisfied with my service visit."

Rick B on August 2023

100% customer satisfaction is our top priority. Please check out our 2500+ 5 star reviews across the internet with an 5 Star A+ rating. Homeowners, expect nothing but the best from their HVAC contractor, and Magnolia Heating and Cooling is ready to exceed your expectations. Call today for AC or Heater Repairs, Replacement, Installation or any other service.

"As always, Magnolia exceeded expectations. Christian, my technician, was prompt, personable and proficient. I am more than satisfied with my service visit."

Rick B on August 2023


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Fel-Air Heating & A/C
30271 Blue Cedar Dr
3.88(
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Fel-Air Heating & A/C
30271 Blue Cedar Dr
3.88(
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Customers say: Quick response
2573 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

We are a full service heating, air conditioning and air duct cleaning company. Call us today for a free estimate. Free service call with repair; standard service call fee is $45. We are committed to providing fast and affordable services. We offer our sales, service, maintenance, and professional consultation to our clients. Our excellent reputation and long list of satisfied clients attest to our superior craftsmanship, attention to detail, clear communication, honesty and integrity. Just ask for our client reference list.

"The installers showed up promptly within the window they gave us, they replaced the upstairs ducting and installed dampers to balance the air (one room is a lot warmer because of the sun). We had multiple quotations and they were significantly better than the rest. This did solve our issue completely!"

Bradley R on March 2022

We are a full service heating, air conditioning and air duct cleaning company. Call us today for a free estimate. Free service call with repair; standard service call fee is $45. We are committed to providing fast and affordable services. We offer our sales, service, maintenance, and professional consultation to our clients. Our excellent reputation and long list of satisfied clients attest to our superior craftsmanship, attention to detail, clear communication, honesty and integrity. Just ask for our client reference list.

"The installers showed up promptly within the window they gave us, they replaced the upstairs ducting and installed dampers to balance the air (one room is a lot warmer because of the sun). We had multiple quotations and they were significantly better than the rest. This did solve our issue completely!"

Bradley R on March 2022


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Super Air Heating & Air Conditioning
25311 Beantree Ct
5.00(
5
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Super Air Heating & Air Conditioning
25311 Beantree Ct
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1781 local quotes requested

As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Great. Took care of problem."

Kevin B on October 2024

As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Great. Took care of problem."

Kevin B on October 2024


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Riverside Handyman Services
4.75(
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Riverside Handyman Services
4.75(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
1340 local quotes requested

Riverside Handyman Services has over 14+ years of quality experience in all types of home repairs. We are reliable, easy to work with, and dedicated to getting your home back into shape. We offer free estimates and would love to hear of your upcoming project. Call or click for an estimate today

"A team showed up right on time, asked me necessary questions and went to work. It took a little longer than I imagined it would but they billed by task rather than time so it was okay. The work is all top-notch."

Ben Patrick J on March 2025

Riverside Handyman Services has over 14+ years of quality experience in all types of home repairs. We are reliable, easy to work with, and dedicated to getting your home back into shape. We offer free estimates and would love to hear of your upcoming project. Call or click for an estimate today

"A team showed up right on time, asked me necessary questions and went to work. It took a little longer than I imagined it would but they billed by task rather than time so it was okay. The work is all top-notch."

Ben Patrick J on March 2025


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Alex Carpet & Flooring
5.00(
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Alex Carpet & Flooring
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Choose us for your carpet and flooring needs because we bring trusted expertise since 1998. With over two decades of experience, we guarantee quality, reliability, and a commitment to excellence in every project. Let our long-standing reputation and dedication to customer satisfaction make your flooring dreams a reality.

"Great real professional and very nice and friendly"

Megan W on November 2024

Choose us for your carpet and flooring needs because we bring trusted expertise since 1998. With over two decades of experience, we guarantee quality, reliability, and a commitment to excellence in every project. Let our long-standing reputation and dedication to customer satisfaction make your flooring dreams a reality.

"Great real professional and very nice and friendly"

Megan W on November 2024


Build4U Construction and Design
3950 Laurel Canyon Blvd #1890
No reviews
Build4U Construction and Design
3950 Laurel Canyon Blvd #1890
No reviews
19 years of experience

CONSTRUCTION IS IN OUR DNA. FROM PLANNING, DESIGN TO CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND FINAL DELIVERY. Being in the right hands makes all the difference sometimes. At Build4U Construction and Design we care about every detail. Our family care about your family and will ensure the project will be delivered on time on budget to your full satisfaction. We are aware that construction may be overwhelming, dusty and noisy. Our professional crews understand and are sensitive to your needs as you need to continue with your daily lives while we work hard at making your dream project come to life. We take each project as our own work and make sure you will be added to our list of happy clients.

CONSTRUCTION IS IN OUR DNA. FROM PLANNING, DESIGN TO CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND FINAL DELIVERY. Being in the right hands makes all the difference sometimes. At Build4U Construction and Design we care about every detail. Our family care about your family and will ensure the project will be delivered on time on budget to your full satisfaction. We are aware that construction may be overwhelming, dusty and noisy. Our professional crews understand and are sensitive to your needs as you need to continue with your daily lives while we work hard at making your dream project come to life. We take each project as our own work and make sure you will be added to our list of happy clients.

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Swamp cooler installations and replacements FAQs

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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