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Service Star Air Conditioning & Heating Inc
4.4(
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Serving Lake Placid, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"5+ STAR SERVICE!!! Our A/C went out at 10pm and I made one phone call to Service Star they diagnosed the issue over the phone and told me what I needed to do in order to have our unit run efficiently overnight. Our coil was leaking and unit was frozen. Since our unit was 10 years old we opted to replace the entire unit including exterior and interior with new WiFi digital thermostat. They walked us through the most energy efficient option for our home. They came out early today and installed the new unit! Talk about SERVICE! WOW! The unit was installed in under 4 hours and my house began cooling instantly. WHAT a difference this unit makes and we are super impressed with how quite it is. We are THRILLED! THANK YOU SERVICE STAR!"
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Speedy Air Conditioning Service
4.7(
57
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Serving Lake Placid, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I don't usually give all 5 star reviews, but these people deserved it. I have had ducting issues with this central air unit for years. Barely any air comes out of the duct in the master bedroom, which is always warmer than the rest of the house. Other A/C companies have quoted me upwards of $1,500 to install an completely new ducting system. That seemed outrageous to me considering I only had trouble with one duct, that was literally 3 feet from the air handler. When the unit finally stopped cooling, I called Speedy Air. Mike came out the next day. The system was low on freon, as I expected. The fan motor, run capacitors, and contactor were faulty. No surprise considering the system was 8 years old and I have heard the contactor buzzing. Mike checked the system and found the leak in the evaporator that the previous technician from another company couldn't find a couple of years ago. He also looked up the warranty information on the unit and all the parts were covered. What I thought might be $1,000 or more came to less than $500. Best of all was what he found with my ducting. The problem was that the original company installed the air handler too close to the rafters on one end. That meant they had to use an abnormally small plenum, which caused the airflow problems. They were also the ones trying to get me to pay $1,500 to fix the problem they caused. Mike suggested to wait until the air handler eventually needed replacing, and change the ducting then. In the mean time he turned up the speed setting on the fan motor itself. For the first time in years we get adequate flow for the master bedroom! What else can I say. Mike ran his buns off, we had cold air within 2 hours, he solved my duct problem at no cost, all for under $500."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Lake Placid, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jim did a great job. He quickly assessed the problem and then took our unit with him to work on it more. When he got back to us, the fix would have cost more than it was worth. He gave us options for a new or refurbished PC. We felt the refurbished was a good deal and chose that. He came back and set that up and we are very happy with it. He then took a look at my laptop and again took it along. He tuned it up and installed a speed upgrade we wanted. Of course, we paid extra for the new unit and upgrades, but we thought the price was very fair. Jim seemed very knowledgeable and responsive. We will definitely call him again if we need any computer services."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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AMTEK Air Conditioning Inc
4.1(
181
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Serving Lake Placid, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have an annual contract with them for maintenance. They found my compressor was bad, I have two of them. I thought the price was high to replace it so I called around and they were $100 less."
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Aire Next LLC
4.8(
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Serving Lake Placid, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Medina was extremely knowledgeable and very professional. The price was very fair and he did a very quick and professional job. He explained the process very well. I would reccomend his service to anyone. He also offers a discount to veterans and this was greatly appreciated!"
New air handler already installed
New smart and wifi Thermostat
New platform with mastic
New air handler already installed
Old return insulation

+54

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Service America Enterprise Inc
3.8(
306
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Serving Lake Placid, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Originally, the replacement was scheduled to be on Monday. Due to some warehouse issues, Robert let us know know that it was delayed to the next and he apologized for that. Being understanding, Robert said that he would be here the very next day at the same time. Robert Harrison and Daniel Dejesus were punctual, got the job done, and answered any questions we had on the matter. I've had previous experience with work getting done in our home and this was by far the best experience my family and I had. I'm happy that we were able to get good work done on our home."
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Florida Solar Power Initiative
5.0(
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Serving Lake Placid, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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"Wanting to add more solar I was lucky enough to hooked up with Matt Mishler a very knowledgeable sales representative. Matt reviewed my last 12 months electric bills and was able to recommend a system that has eliminated my electric bill. Matt was a little aggressive on the installation timeframe but was there for me every step of the way as we addressed any unforeseen delays. Matt was always there when I had questions or concerns and was very responsive. End result I have the system I wanted and it's functioning properly. I would diffidently use Matt again if I need to in the future."
2 neighbors that went Solar at the same time!
Installed solar panels on a beautiful home within a metal roof in Winter Garden, FL
Beautifully installed system that was installed within 3 weeks in Kissimmee.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JC DRYWALL & TEXTURE SOLUTION LLC
4.8(
27
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Serving Lake Placid, FL and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

"This contractor did an excellent job with installing two new closets in my home. I highly recommend this company as they do exactly what they say they're going to do. They did not leave my home without making sure I was 100% satisfied"
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Lake Placid, 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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