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HPC Services HVAC & Plumbing
New to Angi

Serving Kinsale, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

15% Senior Discount!\n15% Military and Veterans discount! \n$50 AC Tune Up!\n\nHPC Services is a proud Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business brining a fresh take on HVAC and plumbing to Maryland and Virginia. Our technicians are trained to service, repair, and maintain your systems. \n\n$99 Service fee WAIVED if hired! Financing available!\n** Discounts cannot be applied to Service fee.

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ARS / Rescue Rooter Manassas
4.4(
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Serving Kinsale, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1947

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Very well. Lee Strayer of ARS sold us the system being replaced and it was a good experience so we used Lee again. He walked us through the available options and fully answered our questions which made the decision easier. He also worked to take advantage of manufacturer discounts and to arrange the installation. The day of the installation was pouring rain but the team worked around that without complaint or mess to our home and were finished by mid-afternoon."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Riverside Heating and Air Conditioning
4.4(
14
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Serving Kinsale, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

"Everything turned out well in the end. They had a few problems on the way but they fixed them. We’ve had them out for different things like the furnace, air conditioning and things like that. The main problem this time was, it wasn’t the same person that came out each time. One person made a mistake and then someone else had to come out and fix it. The person who made the mistake should have noticed they were doing something wrong. I don’t know if they were less experienced or if they didn’t pay attention or what it was. When we called and said there was a problem, they did get it corrected. They sent out somebody I guess with more experience and he took care of it. Overall I’m happy and would use them again. They did our furnace several years ago. I haven’t called or compared their prices to anyone. I have talked to friends who have had similar things done and they said the price is probably about right. It wasn’t a very professional way to did it though. I would use their services again in the future."
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Kinsale, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Tech arrived within time frame agreed upon. He checked out thermostat. Found it defective and had to order replacement. Has not yet finished job, but i expect to hear from him as soon as he acquires replacement to schedule installation."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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The Fireplace Doctor
3.9(
1,190
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Serving Kinsale, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Overall, the work was done to my satisfaction.  The service man was friendly and did the job quickly.  I was not, however, thrilled with the company as a whole.  The deal was worded as if it was a local company.  I live in Ohio and I came to find out that the Fireplace Doctor is based out of Florida.  To schedule an appointment felt like I was dialing into a call center.  The people on the phone were not super friendly or helpful.  My appointment was finally scheduled for almost two months away since they were booked up in my area.  Finally, the night before the service, I received a confirmation call, however the next day no one showed up, which was frustrating because I worked from home.  When I contacted their call center again, the agent on the phone had no idea what happened and we had to reschedule for several weeks later.  Finally, when the service man did come out, he explained that the few contractors they use here in town were swamped.  I understand, however I feel a local company would probably be more useful for a service like this.  I will pay more attention to the details on these deals next time.
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Recommended by78%of homeowners
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ECR Plumbing and Heating
4.2(
10
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Serving Kinsale, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Family owned business since 2005. With 30years plumbing w sewer and drain cleaning experience. Serving the fredricksburg area. And northern VA. Specializing in : Sewer and drain Line jetting. Camera inspection. Well pumps. Septic tank repair and replace. Drain field repair. Waterline. Repipes. Sewer line replacement.

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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Colonial Chimney and HVAC
4.2(
45
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Serving Kinsale, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"That was not a happy experience.  They were very hard to reach.  They contacted me and ask me when they would come and take advantage of the deal.  I emailed them back, they didn’t respond.  I emailed them again and I emailed them again.  The third time I emailed them, I said, if I don’t hear from you within 24 hours, I’m going to cancel through Angie’s List.  Somebody called and left a message.  I called the next morning and the phone was disconnected.  I had somebody else on the phone, he said I was crazy to think the phone was disconnected because it wasn’t but it was.  Somebody called me and they arrange to come.  The finally did come.  They did what they were supposed to do on the chimney but we had an inspector come in because we are selling the house.  They missed something important that I have to fix.  They apparently didn’t do the job of doing the crown which I paid extra for.  I’m going to have to pay another chimney service to do that.  I am happy with them at all.  They said I need to replace a dent and they did ask $400 more and they supposedly fixed the crown of the chimney for another $125 but it turned out that they did not do such a good job on that.  The crown wasn’t good.  I expected them to find extra things to do but I expect them to do them right."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Serving Kinsale, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"Well due to it being old, they couldn't get the needed part so my frig had to be replaced. AHS obtained the needed information about my frig and we agreed on a price of a new one. I paid $75.00 for the service call."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Kinsale, VA

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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