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Petro Home Services
4.3(
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Serving Mount Rainier, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"the process was better than I expected. The sale man knew what he was talking about . The installation crew had worked for the company a long time and were also very knowable . When we could not understand a few things they sent out a serviceman just to show us how it works. They also directed us towards financiers and reabate availability."
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Response time6 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
4.5(
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Serving Mount Rainier, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JDL replaced a defective propane furnace and did an excellent job. The new one is installed better than the original. JDL scheduled an inspection by the county inspector also said they did an excellent job. They were efficient, timely and friendly."
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Navien Tankless 2023
18 SEER Infinity Heat Pump

+73

Response time5 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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HVAC Superior Solutions Inc
5.0(
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Serving Mount Rainier, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

FULL HVAC REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT- ALL HVAC MAKES AND MODELS OF EQUIPMENT. Professional HVAC technicians in the DC-MD-V area. Knowledge, Tools and Skills at your service. HVAC Superior knows how much you and your family depends on your A/C and Heat service system, so we make sure it continuously provide an excellent performance.

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sila Heating, Cooling and Plumbing
4.6(
2,180
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Serving Mount Rainier, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Used Sila for two central AC installations and misc repair calls. Quotes for the installations were probably not the lowest available but I have been impressed with the skill and efficiency of their technicians and they have always been very responsive on any service calls. Installations were very well done and unique challenges met with intelligent strategies. I rate Sila highly and would certain use them again."
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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Lisa's Elite Sedans LLC
4.9(
172
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Serving Mount Rainier, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The service that they provided was good and we would call them again. The driver arrived at our home on time and we got to the airport with no problems. I would just recommend calling them a day or two before your trip to confirm."
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Sedan

+2

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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ABS Unlimited Auto Repair
4.8(
77
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Serving Mount Rainier, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I called in the morning to see if they could get me in for a brake job that day and they said yes, when I got there I asked if they had time could they take care of the 100k service and a few items I wanted to check and replace if needed if they had time.   They said they would call me with an estimate on the brakes and offer some options on the other services I requested.  They called me 30 minutes after dropping it off saying the brakes still had 40% left.  The whole reason I thought it needed brakes was the dealership had told me in January during an oil change that they needed replacing, the serpentine belt needed replacing,and so on.  I skipped doing the brakes and did all items on the 100k mi service and looked at some other wear items.  In the end I did the required service at 100k, transmission, transfer case, front and rear differential fluid flushes and change.  The list of things I had concerns about and like to replace just due to age, they inspected and did not recommend replacing at this time.  I have always gotten my service done at the dealership for all my cars, this experience along with the reviews here that led me to contact them in the first place changed that.
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+5

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Jiffy Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.3(
1,155
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Serving Mount Rainier, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderfully! George was prompt, polite & professional. This is my first gas FP and I learned about some routine maintenance I had missed! We had a bad sensor which he replaced. He cleaned the FP, the glass front and checked the switch. All works wonderfully again. What a joy to have such a great experience."
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Mount Rainier, MD

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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