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Baca's Heating, Cooling & Maintenance LLC
4.8(
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with the service and equipment. Patrick was prompt, did the work quickly and cleaned up afterward. His price was very reasonable and he has called to check on the system and make sure I am satisfied. I know he will be there right away if I have any problems. I had no experience with choosing a system for an older house in Santa Fe. There is no ductwork. It was heated with a wood stove. The mini split system has given me three zones in the house where I can control the heat or cooling separately. This is perfect for me because I don't have to heat or cool areas that I am not using."
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+13

Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Santa Fe Heating & Cooling LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was the Friday after Thanksgiving during a pandemic COVID-19. Our radiant heat was not working in the whole house, and it was freezing outside. I made four phone calls and submitted a request via Angies List. I immediately received a text from Santa Fe Heating and Cooling Services, that said they were with a client and would call me as soon as they were done and what did I need. Nobody else returned my calls or messages until the following week! David Aguirre was at our house an hour after we texted. Great, honest person. Figured out the problem, fixed the issue and was very clear in communicating and showing us the problem. Was so impressed that we hired him to replace our hot water heater. Once again he showed up on time when he said he would, communicated with us every step of the way, and explained and showed us what he was doing and why. All quotes were fair and reasonable, no surprises. We are definitely sticking with Santa Fe Heating and Cooling Services! Thank you for being honest and reliable."
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+15

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Galactic Mechanical Services LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Title: Exceptional, trustworthy plumbing — highly recommended Galactic Mechanical & Plumbing exceeded every expectation. After a frustrating runaround with other companies, Jordan drove up from Albuquerque to Santa Fe, waived the trip charge, and quickly diagnosed that I only needed a faucet fixture (not a full sink). He went to Home Depot, installed the new fixture, fixed a few other small issues, and left everything working — all billed fairly for one hour of labor. Jordan was professional, efficient, and honest; Megan in the office was courteous and helpful. As a longtime local with two homes, I’m already planning to use Galactic as my go-to plumber. Highly recommend them for reliable, respectful, and skilled service. Thank you, Jordan."
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Reliable Tech Heating Cooling & Plumbing
4.6(
291
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would recommend them. He also made some recommendations and observations I was not aware of about how my furnace was installed. I haven't done anything to confirm or correct that. I think he was very knowledgeable. Their price was very reasonable."
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Winter knocking at your door?
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Wright flow plumbing
4.8(
17
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Wright Flow saved me thousands of dollars when multiple local big time companies wanted to over charge me and wanted me to replace thee entire unit with a long time frame for fix. Wright Flow came in, analyzed and fixed the issue less than a couple of hours compared to days/weeks on top of a low cost compared to other companies. Wright Flow knows the job at hand and does so with integrity. I would recommend Wright Flow if need be for others seeking the best customer service and reliability out there."
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Santa Fe Heating and Cooling, LLC
4.9(
6
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"David and Jason repaired my very old gas fireplace. Someone else might have recommended a new system all together, but they were able to find the right part and I was thrilled. I was so happy with their work that I had them install a water heater as well. I highly recommend this company and will definitely use them again. They were professional, on time, trustworthy, respectful and had a good sense of humor. Price of service and product very reasonable!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Los Alamos, NM

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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