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Avatar for Polar Bear Air Conditioning And Heating Inc
Polar Bear Air Conditioning And Heating Inc
4.4(
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Serving Mount Vernon, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Alex quickly diagnosed the problem (after another company had failed to do so), worked to identify the proper thermostat and returned to install replacement. He did a great job."
Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
4.7(
607
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Serving Mount Vernon, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a fine job repairing a sewer pump. They attempted to have me replace my sump pump as well, but I declined. I probably would not use them again based on feeling they were not completely honest with me about needing my sump pump replaced."
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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F.H. Furr Plumbing Heating AC & Electrical
4.6(
2,388
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Serving Mount Vernon, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I will start Buy saying the Technician Rich W. is courteous and honest he made me feel at ease from the start we looked at the lighting we needed replaced he provided a quote right there on the spot. Tho we had lower estimates Rich explained why going with FH Furr was in our best interest knowing that He would be performing the work set my mind at ease secondly having a workmanship warranty made my choice easy. Rich was able to have me put on schedule to have the installation done."
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Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Petro Home Services
4.3(
103
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Serving Mount Vernon, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Very professional installation. Was done in a timely fashion and the crew was very professional and clean. Huge difference in the comfort of our home now."
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Response time6 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
4.5(
119
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Serving Mount Vernon, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos, Yarel, Muhammad and Conrad did a great job installing my new Heat Pump. They arrived promptly and did a thorough, professional, and efficient job. I highly recommend their services to anyone."
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18 SEER Infinity Heat Pump

+73

Response time5 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Modern Mechanical
4.4(
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Serving Mount Vernon, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a 20+ degree temperature difference between the finished basement and the upper level in our recently purchased home.  We had been using modern mechanical for a few years for annual hvac inspections in our previous home but that system never really required much service.  They have always been professional, punctual, and have a problem solving attitude.  We had them come out to provide recommendations and pricing for installing a new zone.  They provided the following three options: manual dampers, electronic zoning board with digital dampers, or install a completely separate system for the upper level.  The second choice is relatively new technology and they highly recommended it because it cost 50% - 75% less than installing a completely separate system and would have the same effect.  They followed up with a written proposal in 24 hours and had the system installed only a week after signing the proposal.  When the crew came to install it they were professional and polite.  The system has now been up and running for several weeks and works perfectly.  We highly recommend this company and the system/technology that they used.
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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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BRIGGS HEATING & COOLING
4.5(
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Serving Mount Vernon, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"All went well. Briggs sent a very nice, polite, efficient and knowledgeable servicer. He needed to replace a part and checked with me about the price and explained clearly the need for the replacement."
Response time12 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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NEIGHBORHOOD SPECIALISTS INC
4.9(
293
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Serving Mount Vernon, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

"Update: 7/1/2021 - I had Neighborhood Specialists come out and replace/upgrade two furnaces, two AC units, water heater, and air filtration system in our new home. Once again, stellar service! Neighborhood Specialists have been my go-to for many years now. Everything from AC repairs on my old AC unit, whole house humidifier install, to replacing the AC and Furnace completely. Dependable, on-time, professional, honest, and a great value. I have recommended them to many neighbors and friends. You will not be disappointed!"
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Sila Heating, Cooling and Plumbing
4.6(
2,180
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Serving Mount Vernon, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sila was great about scheduling repair visit same day. Repairman showed up early (good), diagnosed problem before he even got to the unit (bad capacitor, buzzing), had part onboard truck, and then fixed it in less than 20 minutes, total visit. Charged me $439. Cost was $149 for diagnostic/visit + $290 for replacing the part. Repair was so quick that it was less labor than would have been required for a more common diagnostic. Since doing research after the visit, I'm of the opinion that the cost was excessive -- perhaps twice what it should have been. Service was good, but I would think twice before using Sila again, say, to replace this 17 yo system down the road."
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14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Mount Vernon, 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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