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DIAMOND HEATING & COOLING
4.9(
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Serving Nampa, ID and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

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Emergency services offered

"Diamond Heating’s technician Caden responded. Such a pleasant professional. He knows his business! He had us up and running within 30 minutes even though we still needed a replacement part. He was back a few days later to replace the problem part. Even offered to take the bag of garbage out that was sitting next to the back door. TRUE PROFESSIONAL!"
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Diamond Heating & Cooling
4.9(
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Serving Nampa, ID and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have a low $79 diagnostic fee, 24/7 service with NO after hour fees for Silver Club Members. We are now offering full service electrical and plumbing in addition to our HVAC services! We provide service, maintenance and replacement on all makes and models of furnaces and air conditioners. We have wonderful Indoor Air Quality products which can help with Asthma, Allergies or even Mold. Hard work, ambition, safety, honesty and the desire to be a superior presence in a demanding business have won our reputation of quality and dependability placing us as "Your Home's Best Friend". Our company was founded on the premise that quality principles and attention to detail should be unwavering standards. Experience the Diamond Difference today!

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Meridian Air
5.0(
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Serving Nampa, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joey Azevedo is great and expert in Air Conditioning system. I do have the Home Warranty and last week the AC was not working, no cool air blowing. Called the Home Warranty and they sent a contractor to work on it. After the initial diagnostic done, the technician submitted things that needed to be replaced with a total cost of $3750.00 to me and Home Warranty company. The fix is to replace the "Condenser and Evaporator unit including a city permit. According to my coverage, things that were not covered and I needed to come up with $1450.00 from my end to start the job. So, I do remember, Joey had done some work on my house with the attic cooling fan system(QuiteCool Advanced Whole House Fan). He came in and checked my AC system and replaced a new capacitor. Also found the condenser fan blade was upside down. Fixed both issues and my AC is working. Thanks Joey for taking care of my AC system with $200.00"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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Red's Refrigeration Service & Repair, LLC
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Serving Nampa, ID and surrounding areas

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Customers say: Quick response

"Timely service, communication & fair price. What really impressed me is the extra touch at no extra cost. I highly recommend Red for any hvac needs."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Nampa, ID

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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