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Petro Home Services
4.3(
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Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"the process was better than I expected. The sale man knew what he was talking about . The installation crew had worked for the company a long time and were also very knowable . When we could not understand a few things they sent out a serviceman just to show us how it works. They also directed us towards financiers and reabate availability."
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Response time6 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
4.5(
119
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Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos, Yarel, Muhammad and Conrad did a great job installing my new Heat Pump. They arrived promptly and did a thorough, professional, and efficient job. I highly recommend their services to anyone."
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Navien Tankless 2023
18 SEER Infinity Heat Pump

+73

Response time5 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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BRIGGS HEATING & COOLING
4.5(
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Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"All went well. Briggs sent a very nice, polite, efficient and knowledgeable servicer. He needed to replace a part and checked with me about the price and explained clearly the need for the replacement."
Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Sila Heating, Cooling and Plumbing
4.6(
2,180
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Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was impressed by how hard working and thorough the workers were. They hauled the old gas water heater out and got the new one installed promptly and did a neat job. They reconfigured an awkward gas pipe near my washing machine, replaced an exterior gas hose with a UV resistant one, and checked all gas piping including our gas fireplace. We were very pleased with the end result and appreciated the fair pricing. Highly recommend."
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+4

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Clover Services
4.6(
1,086
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Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted 3 companies and Clover was the only company that contacted me within 24 hours. The set up and service was excellent, Lizzie was wonderful and Jess (installer) was professional, a problem solver and very tidy. It was a lot of work and he did a great, cost $2280. Included the cost of the new heater and removal of the old heater. I would definitely recommend them to others"
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+40

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Climatic Heating & Cooling
4.9(
156
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Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After living in our Toll Brothers home for 12 years we were fed up with the poorly functioning heating and air conditioning in our upstairs bedrooms.  We had made several repairs and modifications to the system over the years, but none helped.  We were considering moving because the upstairs bedrooms were so uncomfortable in the summer and winter.  We must have talked to 5 different HVAC contractors.  We asked Climatic for an estimate to repair or replace, if necessary, our upstairs unit.  Sonny Swann came out and gave us an estimate.  He suggested we replace everything in order to make the system and duct work finally work as it should.  We signed off and agreed to all his suggestions.  I told him that this was mission impossible, but he remained convinced that he could make it work.  Well he did it! It took A LOT of work on their part - some of which they did at no charge, but it works great.  I highly recommend Climatic Heating and Cooling.
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Reliance Repair LLC
4.9(
68
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Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I cannot say enough incredible things about this company. Lucky came out and spent an incredible amount of time with us going over all the options, and ensured we truly understand the differences and the benefits. He came back to complete the installation the next day. Thanks to him our AC is working back immediately. Honestly, we probably wouldn’t have survived this nasty heat during this uncomfortable humidity. You’re a life saver Lucky!! Thanks so much again for you proficient excellence service!"
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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McCarthy Services
4.1(
1,141
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Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding installation and good pricing for Carrier HVAC (Heat Pump) system replacement. Salesman was prompt and thorough, although he did not provide us any brochures, booklets, etc. Installer was courteous, experienced, knowledgeable, and professional. Took the time to ensure system was thoroughly operational, confirmed electrical requirements and changed breakers accordingly, cleaned up all debris, and explained operation to us. However, since he was new to McCarthy's, he did not have any installation or service stickers or other company material. The sales representative had promised the following to us, included in sales/order form: one year free service, service information and schedule, copy of registration with Carrier. Three months later, we have not received any communication or follow up from McCarthy's -- despite our calling, texting and emailing the sales rep and office. This is our primary concern: the lack of follow up and poor responsiveness."
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Lisa's Elite Sedans LLC
4.9(
172
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Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The service that they provided was good and we would call them again. The driver arrived at our home on time and we got to the airport with no problems. I would just recommend calling them a day or two before your trip to confirm."
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+2

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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ABS Unlimited Auto Repair
4.8(
77
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Serving Lake Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I called in the morning to see if they could get me in for a brake job that day and they said yes, when I got there I asked if they had time could they take care of the 100k service and a few items I wanted to check and replace if needed if they had time.   They said they would call me with an estimate on the brakes and offer some options on the other services I requested.  They called me 30 minutes after dropping it off saying the brakes still had 40% left.  The whole reason I thought it needed brakes was the dealership had told me in January during an oil change that they needed replacing, the serpentine belt needed replacing,and so on.  I skipped doing the brakes and did all items on the 100k mi service and looked at some other wear items.  In the end I did the required service at 100k, transmission, transfer case, front and rear differential fluid flushes and change.  The list of things I had concerns about and like to replace just due to age, they inspected and did not recommend replacing at this time.  I have always gotten my service done at the dealership for all my cars, this experience along with the reviews here that led me to contact them in the first place changed that.
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Lake Ridge, 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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