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Affordable A/C & Heating
4.6(
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Serving Leander, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used Affordable Air twice. We had a new unit installed in May of 2011, after the wonderful experience we had with Sam we knew immediately who we would call for our system when we had to rebuild our home. Sam is patient, ON TIME, and very honest, even if the honest answer will be less expensive. I would use Sam and Affordable A/C again in an instant."
Response time7 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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O 2 KOOL REFRIGERATION & A/C
4.8(
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Serving Leander, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Butch called back right away. Came out in a timely fashion. Got one unit working. Then he said the main board was malfunctioning on the downstairs unit and would have to be replaced. It would cost 1200 or 1300. But if we spent a little extra on a service contract he would wave the trip fee and it would be 1100 something. Okay. We did that. It was too late for him to get the board that day so he came out the next day to install the board. But the unit still didn't come on. He said the thermostat was bad and it would we 300 to 500 to replace the thermostat depending on what we wanted. My husband told him we could do that ourselves. Just by pass it and get the unit working. Then he came down and said that the blower motor was out and it would be 1800 to replace the blower motor or 2400 to just replace the whole unit and then we'd be under warranty again. I told them I wanted a second opinion before we did that. I called Ed & Sons they came out, confirmed that we did need a new thermostat. And said they could rebuild the blower motor for around 100$. I ordered two new thermostats for 300 for both of them and my husband installed the thermostats. The work they did was fine. But I felt like they were more of the school of let's just replace parts until it works or we can sell them a new unit. Rather than what can we fix."
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32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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TM Air Conditioning and Heating Services
5.0(
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Serving Leander, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We at TM Air Conditioning & Heating are committed to offering our clients in Pflugerville and surrounding areas top-quality HVAC solutions. Unfortunately, we do not have Spanish-speaking capabilities at this time. Whether you need AC repair, heating repair, or a complete HVAC system installation, our licensed and bonded technicians are here to deliver exceptional results. With a commitment to excellence and competitive rates, we ensure your home or office remains comfortable year-round. Explore our extensive range of services designed to meet all your heating and cooling needs.\nTACLB9787E LIC.\n

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+7

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Daniel's Plumbing and Air Conditioning
4.2(
38
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Serving Leander, TX and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company was so kind as to accept my service request on super short notice - RARE in the service industry right now. I sold my house, and was scheduled to move out of the home and out of the state the within 2 days when I noticed what looked like a small water leak under the kitchen sink (that could potentially give the buyer reason to refuse to close on the deal). THANKFULLY, Daniels Plumbing & A/C worked me in the next day, and took care of a minor issue so I was able to leave town with peace of mind. These folks are so personable, respectful, and AL, the service technician who came to my home, explained what he found and what he did, which I really appreciated! BEST plumbing repair experience for me, so far!"
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41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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John Moore Services
3.6(
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Serving Leander, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1965

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent service from John Moore! This review goes across the board to capture all those involved from the initial call for service to the final step of installation/replacement. We’ve used John Moore Services for several things in the past three months and once again they did not disappoint. Great customer service, pricing, speed and efficiency in installation! Highly recommend!!"
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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AC Pros HVAC
4.7(
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Serving Leander, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Small coolant check in 11 year old AC unit which will be need to be replaced. The coolant was low but the price of Freon is expensive. The coupon from Angie's list included 2 units or lbs of coolant which we neither asked for nor received from the tech. Will definitely use this company for future needs."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Crow's Plumbing Service
4.4(
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Serving Leander, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I called Jack on Tuesday to explore the possibility of installing a new hot water heater.  The old one was beginning to deliver sediment to the down stairs tub in the form of black, gravel like gunk.  He came by that afternoon to explore options for either flushing the existing heater or replacing it.  We  agreed that the best option was simply to replace the old heater since it was so old.  He said he could schedule the installation for Friday morning.  By Thursday the gunk coming into the tub made it unusable.
The next think I knew he informed me that he had a change in his schedule and could install the new heater Thursday afternoon.  He arrived at 3:00 PM and at 5:00 PM we had a new water heater, lines flushed and crystal clear water filling the tub.
This is the fourth time I have used Jack Crew and I will certainly call him again with any of my plumbing needs.
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+12

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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TEAM FLO-RIGHT LLC
5.0(
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Serving Leander, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Team Flo-Right are by far the best plumbers we’ve used and we have used them a lot! Many times, they have had to correct poor or incorrect work that was previously done. Punctual, clean and friendly! I can’t recommend them enough for both plumbing and HVAC work."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Leander, TX

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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