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Bragg Home Services
5.0(
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Serving Novato, 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 Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Robert and his crew were timely, professional and did a great job with the install. Robert went above and beyond the call of duty. Because of personal circumstances in my life I had some anxiety about handling this type of homeowner business. Robert was kind and caring. He not only did a great job replacing my furnace but helped to patiently ease my mind along the way. I felt good supporting a small local business too."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Comfort Factor Mechanical, Inc
5.0(
7
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Comfort Factor Mechanical staff was very responsive. They made an appointment and were on time. They worked efficiently, very neat and clean. They gave me a very fair price for a service call and possible replacement but found a fix and were under the quote. I was impressed with the quality and would hire them again for my HVAC system needs."
Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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KMK Heating & Air
5.0(
5
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Serving Novato, 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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Peter Levi Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Drains
3.0(
13
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Service plumber arrived on site, on time and was ready to begin. He was friendly and professional. He was fully aware of the problem and what needed to be done. He acquired the necessary parts and changed them accordingly as proficient as possible. Our bathroom sink drain issue was completely resolved and ready. Thank you Eric for a great job!"
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Service Champions Heating & Air Conditioning
4.6(
688
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team of four was very professional and performed an excellent job in a record period of time. Just one day to take the old furnace away, replace all the old boots and duct work and install the new furnace. They paid a lot of attention not to damage or dirty the floor/carpet. I am very happy with their performance. They may not be the cheapest on the block but it was all worthed and you only have to do that once in your lifetime."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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HVAC Utor Services
5.0(
31
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called the number and Diego's wife/receptionist was very helpful and told me she would contact Diego to see how soon he could come check my unit. She followed up with me a few times that day and told me he would be out early Saturday morning. Sure enough abt 9:30am Saturday he showed up and was very friendly and professional. He was quickly able to determine the problem (blown compressor) and within about 30mins had it replaced and my unit was fixed. He was a life saver, because for the next 6 days we hit 100+ temperatures including one day of 108. I definitely recommend HVAC Utor services to anyone needing repairs or replacement, they are very prompt and have genuine concern for helping you."
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+24

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Green Apple Duct Cleaning
5.0(
18
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did it great. They were personable, they showed up, they did very well and they set it up for me the air duct system and they didn't charged me for that. The work and their price was awesome."
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+18

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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HP Mechanical
4.7(
154
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Serving Novato, 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!"
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Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Attic Masters insulation Services
4.8(
111
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work that Attic masters did at my house went well and without any problem. Adam gave me a good price for the replacement of all the insulation at the attic due to so many old problems that i had including some holes that caused small animals to get in. The work that they did took 1 day and the workers came over on time and did the work without any complains or changes of prices. i'm happy with them and i do recommend them."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Novato, 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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