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Bragg Home Services
5.0(
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Serving Monte Rio, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Warranties offered

For over 56 years Bragg Home Services has specialized in offering residential and light commercial plumbing, heating, and air conditioning services to the residents of Sonoma, Marin, and Napa Counties. At Bragg Home Services we know that our customers expect integrity, excellence, value, and commitment. That’s why at Bragg Home Services we hire only the best people, and use only the best products, offering exceptional value, backed by our lifetime workmanship guarantee. Because at Bragg Home Services, your satisfaction is our number 1 priority.

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Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wolf HVAC
5.0(
11
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Serving Monte Rio, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Wolf HVAC did an amazing job on installing and setting up my AC. The owner is very hands on and has a very professional team. They were on time, cleanly and affordable. I will definitely use this company again."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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KMK Heating & Air
5.0(
5
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Serving Monte Rio, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We’re dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your heating and cooling needs. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in central A/C and cooling systems as well as heating and furnace systems. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HP Mechanical
4.7(
154
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Serving Monte Rio, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Squeezed me in for a super fast response, and speedy diagnosis of A/C failure. The needed replacement capacitor was in the truck and was installed and temperature under control within 20 minutes. The owner also assured me that there s no reason to consider replacing the nearly 20 year old unit for the foreseeable future. Great service, friendly and professional, a decent price, and helpful advice. Money well spent!"
82% efu Direct vent high efficient wall furnace
Tankless furnace install
Installation of 95.5 efu
Horizontal  furnace installation
Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Monte Rio, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Ferrell first connected his computer to my computer via internet and worked for quite a few hours trying to determine what exactly was wrong. The next day he continued working from his computer for several hours. He determined he would have to have my desktop tower to complete the repair. He and my son met in Huntsville to exchange the tower. He then cleaned up a lot of what was wrong and reloaded Windows 10. He deleted the D: drive which had way too much memory allotted to it. The tower was returned and I plugged it all back together and it is working better than it did when I first purchased it. I would use him again and I recommend him highly to anyone needing computer updating and/or repair. His work is warrantied and he is very personable, knowledgeable, and helpful."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving Monte Rio, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent Service from planning through Execution and installation to final fine tuning. The folks communicated well and explained every detail of the step. Got permit and inspection done. It was seamless. Thanks. R."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Landmark Energy Upgrades
4.8(
59
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Serving Monte Rio, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'm very happy with the work that was done by Landmark construction and energy crew. At first, we met with Ron that came over and met with us about the issues that we had with our water heater and with the bills that we currently pay for electric. Ron recommended us to replace the bulky old water heater and to install a tankless system that will supply hot water immediately and with the use of less gas. We liked that idea and we decided to go for this project. Ron came over to our house with his 2 people that basically took care of all the removal and the installation of the new system. The work that they did took only 2 days from start to finish and now we have more space at the garage, and the bills are much lower than before…."
Cool Roof Install
Energy Upgrade
HVAC Air Duct
Home Energy Audit
Energy Upgrade Contractors

+6

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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America's Best Inc
4.1(
2,198
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Serving Monte Rio, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The provided installed two skylights, scraped and retextured the ceilings, made the attic easily accessible with a pull drop-down ladder, installed a fan in the roof of the attic to keep the attic cool (the fan kicks on at 80 degrees), repainted the interior, made wall repairs, and installed new bathroom fixtures. The workers were professional, friendly and usually prompt. Called when they were running late or needed to reschedule."
10,000 square foot home
We love Los Angeles
skylight cleaning
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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NRG Clean Power
4.5(
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Serving Monte Rio, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We chose NRG for our solar installation. Everyone we worked with (especially Gemma and Leila) was incredibly helpful and responsive along every step of the process. They responded to emails and texts within a day or two at the most, but usually within a couple of hours. They were patient and very helpful with all of the questions we had (and we had many!), and they were happy to coordinate with other contractors that were doing work on our house at the same time. We did a fairly detailed analysis of the quality, cost, efficiencies, and expected lifetime of the equipment that NRG proposed compared to other companies, and we are confident that they provided the best equipment at the best cost. The installers that came to our house were very professional, worked quickly, and the system was up and running within hours - very impressive. We passed our inspection with no issues and the whole process was completely painless! We are very impressed with the services and products provided by NRG and would wholeheartedly recommend them to family and friends!"
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Monte Rio, CA

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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