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Avatar for F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
4.8(
249
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Mechanicsville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our air conditioner stopped working. We were informed by a large national company that the unit needed to be replaced. We were given a quote between 13 and $18,000. We sought a second opinion from short pump heating and air. Josh quickly determined the problem and had our unit working for a fraction of the cost."
Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Armstrong Mechanical Services Inc
Armstrong Mechanical Services Inc
4.8(
479
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Mechanicsville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I put off replacing my furnace b/c of so many bad experiences…..& I wanted to do some research before hiring someone to replace it. Unfortunately it went out again & I needed someone immediately. I took a chance & called Armstrong after reading reviews. They came out quickly, recommended replacement & provided all information up front. They thoroughly addressed all my concerns…. they were professional, on time and treated my home like their own. I’m very satisfied"
York 18 S.E.E.R
Boiler Replacement
Full Installation
Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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C3 Heating & Air, Inc.
5.0(
9
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Mechanicsville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My experience with C3 was wonderful, start to finish. Bryan, unlike other folks who gave me an estimate, took time to talk with me, explain everything in detail, and was available as needed throughout the project. He has also been great about promptly providing the names of good companies for other needs I had, i.e. a plumber or someone to check out possible water damage. The crew were prompt, polite, and very patient with my questions throughout the process, as was the office staff. I would not hesitate to hire this company again!"
Compressor Replacement
Water Heater with Hot Water Coil
Old Coil
Before
Outdoor Units

+8

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Automatic Climate Heating & Air Conditioning
Automatic Climate Heating & Air Conditioning
4.8(
868
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Mechanicsville, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"My Air Conditioner just died and I had to quickly find a reputable, local company to replace it. After having a local contractor come out and provide me with a bid that seemed really high, I looked on NextDoor and saw a reference to Angie's List and specifically Automatic Climate - we used to use Angie's list and so I went there an checked it out - Automatic Climate had the most "A" reviews - something like 700+ in the Richmond area. Figuring I'd pay more but also recognizing that there's peace of mind paying a bit extra for quality work from a local company, I contacted them for an estimate. A gentleman named Michael who's their VP of estimates contacted me shortly -Michael was immediately likeable and came across as totally knowing his stuff - he explained the story of the company and how through their 4 step installation process, they differentiate from the other 199 HVAC contractors in the Richmond area. He came out for a quote and left a professional packet of materials for me to look at - we decided to go with them - Bottom line - these guys were awesome. Highlights: 2 years 0% financing, timely completion, and perhaps the most surprising thing, their bid was the lowest of the 3 I received (and of course the people, from Michael to the lead installation manager Chris to their receptionist. I am now a raving fan of Automatic Climate (and actually Angie's list because I see why they have the most positive ratings.)"
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Alan Purser Sr
Olive Purser

+2

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Mechanicsville, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jim is local.  It went great. Jim Ferrell is a professional of the highest caliber. Responded quickly, took care of my problems, and advised me as to better means of protection than I had. He came back a second time to uninstall software that I purchased that did not provide adequate protections and installed free software that would do the job.  He did the work through remote connection, but is available on site if necessary.
For those people needing help on getting red of malware, viruses , etc. on your computer,  Jim is local, better than all thse remote out of state location providers, is a mature, highly trained professional in this area.
If you go to local computer stores you get very young people that can do a basic job, but are no where near the professional level of Jim.
I highly recommend Jim to anyone that needs these type services.
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2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Atlantic Heating & Cooling
Atlantic Heating & Cooling
4.6(
56
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Mechanicsville, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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On first call, showed up next day, I had let my 99 dollar a year maintenance fee expire in December due to other cost prioritities. At that point the system was working again, so it was 58 dollars for the visit, and I went ahead an  renewed annual policy for 99 dollars also. That night system wasn't working, I took some pics and video of what was happening, they came out again promptly the next day, and was able to diagnose the circuit breaker in house box was bad. They weren't comfortable with the electrical work, so they removed breaker and referred me to Woodfin, no additional charge from Atlantic. Woodfin came out, replaced two breakers, and advised "it's going to happen again, you should replace the whole circuit box" for 1400 dollars, I deferred that because I looked at the main box bus myself, and have a bit of metallurgy background,. I had them just put in two breakers, and added an annual checkup, additional 250 dollars. so basically they charged me 150 dollars to replace a couple of 10-20 dollar breakers. I will probably eventually replace the main box, but I will monitor it for now, no additional damage, so the breakers are doing their job, and it IS an older main panel box. Atlantic needs to have their own inhouse electrical that can do a little more indepth electrical things, but overall a good job, very prompt and good service as usual from Atlantic, they do outsource to Woodfin some, I'm not familiar enough with them to just believe what they say, but they seem nice enough, and have a product to sell.


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Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for K&J Mechanical Services LLC
K&J Mechanical Services LLC
4.7(
23
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Mechanicsville, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The A/C at our rental property was running, but not keeping the house cool. I called five different A/C companies that had A ratings on Angie's list and asked how much they charged for the service fee and how much they charged per pound for R22. Three of the companies including K&J) told me their rates directly and two told me that they "bundle" the R22 cost with labor costs. I appreciated that K&J were up front with their costs and they had the best rates. The technicians showed up on time and were very professional. They immediately checked the unit outside and the air handler inside. Both were frozen up with ice. They turned off the unit and we waited for it to thaw out. While waiting the tech's (Cory and Mark) were very jovial and pleasant to talk to. Once the unit thawed out they hooked up the gages and diagnosed the problem as low refrigerant. They showed me on the gage were the correct level should be and where my unit was. They kept me informed the whole time and were very thorough. They ended up having to clean the coil in order to get the unit to take in the refrigerant. They told me the cost before they did it and asked me if I wanted them to proceed. Once the cioils were clean they added 1lb of R22 (in .5 lb increments). Then they went inside and checked the vent with a laser thermometer to make sure the temp was in the proper range. I was able to pay credit right there on the spot and they gave me a discount for using Angie's list. I would highly recommend K&J Mechanical. They did excellent work on time and at a great price. There was even a follow up call to see if I was satisfied with the service.
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+5

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Mechanicsville, 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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