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Fontana Brothers Heating & Air Conditioning
5.0(
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Serving Lithia, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fontana Brothers responded to my Carrier Air Conditioner issue, Andre was very patience and seemed to be very knowledgeable. A solution involved the ordering of parts and which was handled quickly. The parts resolved my issues. It great to discover in this present world that excellent customer service is still provided."
Response time12 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mason Air Conditioning & Heating Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Lithia, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

We are Tampa Bay's and Clearwater's premier HVAC company offering 5-star AC repair, installation, replacement and maintenance service for your home or business each and every time you need us. From a tune-up to replacing your HVAC system or ductwork we are here to help you. We believe a little means a lot. That's why we're known for our free service calls. You don't pay for us to say hello, you only pay for us to fix your system right.

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Morris Air Conditioning & Heating Inc
4.9(
98
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Serving Lithia, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"After a cold night, turned up the thermostat to heat up the house and after about 1 hour the temperature didn't change.  Checked the breaker to the pump, turned it off, tried to turn it on again and the breaker kept tripping off.  I called Jim Morris on Sunday morning and he came by a few hours later and called me (as promised) when he was on his way.  This cost a bit more than his normal service charge (being a Sunday and it was an emergency service).  The heating system is working great now!
I've used this company the last 6-7 years for other repairs and maintenance check ups and am very happy with their pricing, professionalism and punctuality.
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Air Masters of Tampa Bay Inc
4.3(
298
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Serving Lithia, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service provided by the technician CJ. He arrived early, did a walk-around inspection before beginning installing a new air conditioning unit. CJ was very professional and polite with excellent service. I really appreciated CJ's hard work! Thank you Air Master's of Tampa Bay!"
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+4

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
D AND C AIR AND WATER
4.8(
63
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Serving Lithia, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

"We have had a horrible time with other providers regarding our water softener. This company was the only one to give us good advice and free of charge. If we would have called them the first time we would have definitely used their services instead of wasting our money on other providers that were useless. This company helped us by giving us free advice and tips on how we can fix the issues ourselves if we wanted to. They came out the same day and even followed up the next day.
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+3

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Trost Heating and Cooling, LLC
5.0(
27
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Serving Lithia, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I got home at 11:30 P.M. and house was at 95*. I called Larry at Trost Heating and Cooling. Larry came to my home at midnight, diagnosed the problem and replaced the fan within 30 to 45 minutes. Eureka ! A cool home in which to sleep . Thanks a lot, Larry ps I have also used Larry for my business, Pup In A Tub for several years. We at the shop have always received excellent service at awesome prices."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fresh Air Services
4.8(
61
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Serving Lithia, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fantastic! Fresh Air was very professional and punctual, also very thorough and fast. They were absolutely great. We were truly impressed and can recommend them without doubt."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Lithia, 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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