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AC Dave Heating & Air
4.9(
93
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Their technician, Justin came out and assessed the situation, quickly discovering the true source of the problem: the wire bundle that connects the system with the thermostat on the wall and been chewed through by rodents apparently, and this was causing the system to quit. He offered to replace the wiring and do a service on the roof mounted AC condenser unit, which we agreed to. Total cost was a fraction of what we had paid the previous company to not even discover or fix! We would wholeheartedly recommend the services of this excellent company."
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+6

Response time7 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning
5.0(
11
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I talked to Michael and honesty was up front and that was important to me. The work got done in a timely manner and I now have heat in my home all thanks to Michael and his partner. I would like to add that they replace my furnace within 2 days and I appreciate them and would recommend them, which I already have"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Southland Heating and Air Conditioning
4.7(
159
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Initially I considered having to pay $8000-ish for a replacement unit. Robert Alfonso saved the day, however. Well trained by LA Tech, and professional from start to finish, Robert diagnosed and resolved my wiring and capacitor issue quickly. The fix was $485 not $8000 to replace the unit. These guys are legit. Great result. Robert "Doctor" Alfonso rocked it."
This is the outdoor unit that offers 17 SEER Hyper efficiency and super quiet operation of 54db's compared to 80 plus on older units
notice the low profile, this is about 14 inch wide instead of the traditional 36 wide.
This replaces your old gas heater
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+37

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MightyServ
4.7(
385
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1963

Credit card accepted

"Excellent customer service. Made two systems operate and gave important knowledge of the future life of these 15 or more year old systems and how they will need to be repaired or likely replacement once the new environmental laws on Freon goes into effect in 2020"
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heating and A/C
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Breezeway Air Duct Cleaning
4.7(
197
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"something had died in there! The technician spent hours poking around the system and located a very large, very putrid rat. He graciously disposed of it and disinfected the area. He gave me instructions of how to purge the system of the smell and completed the job of cleaning the whole ducting system. He was punctual, courteous and gracious about his rather disgusting find."
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+11

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Precision Auto Works
4.8(
43
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Credit card accepted

"We love this place. They have a better price than the dealership. They saved us a few hundred dollars. We like the staff. They had the car several days because they needed to get some parts."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Kincaid Development Inc
5.0(
56
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe uses very good judgement in all my repairs. He quickly responded to this service call placed by the tenant. He assessed the age of the water heater and advised it was past it's useful life and recommended replacing.
He does service calls on all my rentals from minor repairs to complete remodeling. His judgement is good on what needs fixing or replacing. His rates are very fair plus his quick turn around of the homes gets vacant rentals back on the market quickly. He always treats my calls as important whether they are a small repair like a garbage disposal gone bad or a roof that's leaking and that needs replacing. He is my go-to guy for all service calls."
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+3

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Green Air Cooling
5.0(
11
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He introduced him self then ask questions regarding problem and checked unit ,after found problems he tell us coast and time for repair soon as we agreed price he provide part and replace it."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Ojai, 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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