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Avatar for Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning
Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning
4.6(
455
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Serving Olney, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everyone from Presidential has been friendly and helpful -- great customer service! Glenn came to our home to discuss options to replace our furnace (fuel oil) and AC systems with a heat pump. He immediately understood that we were looking for a heat pump eligible for the new tax credits (unlike another company, who only provided estimates on what they had in stock). He prepared the estimates for 3 different models on site, and he noted that the heat pump eligible for the tax credit would cost about the same as an older model (unlike what the first company told us). We were able to schedule installation quickly, and then the adventures began. Harvey and Andre were here for 12+ hours...because a wire was either never connected at the factory or came loose during shipping. We also had to replace a defective line from our house to the unit. While it was a complicated install (not the fault of Presidential), we rec'd great service from hardworking staff members. Highly recommend!"
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25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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BlueStar Air Mechanical Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Olney, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted Bluestar Air Mechanical for a second opinion after an appointment with Air One. I have a Carrier HVAC system, and the Air One technician recommended a complete system replacement, claiming the blower was bad, the furnace control board needed replacing, and that there were other issues. Since replacing the HVAC is a big investment, I wanted to get a second opinion. It was only after comparing the service from Bluestar that I realized Air One may have been pushing for a new system sale or lacked the expertise to properly diagnose and repair the actual problems. Isaac, the technician from Bluestar, spent about an hour thoroughly diagnosing and fixing the issues. He found burnt wiring in the furnace and discovered that the wrong capacitor had been incorrectly installed in the AC. Isaac replaced the burnt wiring in the furnace and the capacitor in the AC. After these repairs, my Carrier system was back up and running—without the need for a costly replacement. Bluestar, and Isaac in particular, demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and honesty. They focused on resolving the actual issues instead of pushing for an unnecessary system replacement. I highly recommend Bluestar for their reliable service and Isaac’s thorough and knowledgeable work."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Buric Heating and Air Conditioning
4.7(
20
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Serving Olney, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job went reasonably well. They completed it in a day and a half. The guys on site had a little trouble installing the high tech thermostat for the system, but their supervisor demonstrated real accountability when he showed up on a Saturday to make it right."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Petro Home Services
4.3(
103
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Serving Olney, 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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16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Hecomo
5.0(
11
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Serving Olney, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Outstanding service. Edmond was very honest and completed the job flawlessly. I picked Hocomo to replace the whole unit with a new one."
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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
4.5(
119
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Serving Olney, 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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18 SEER Infinity Heat Pump

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18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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HVAC Superior Solutions Inc
5.0(
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Serving Olney, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a leak somewhere in my heat pump system from 2013 in a 4 floor condo building. Every other company was quoting me $7k+ to replace the system but it turns out to be a leak in the line set between the 3rd floor and the roof! We had a new line set installed and I spent $2550 in total! The crew was very professional and worked extremely had in the hottest weather to get the job done, too!"
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 Olney, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was impressed by how hard working and thorough the workers were. They hauled the old gas water heater out and got the new one installed promptly and did a neat job. They reconfigured an awkward gas pipe near my washing machine, replaced an exterior gas hose with a UV resistant one, and checked all gas piping including our gas fireplace. We were very pleased with the end result and appreciated the fair pricing. Highly recommend."
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Lisa's Elite Sedans LLC
4.9(
172
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Serving Olney, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I actually found them on Angie’s List. He is punctual. I used to use somebody else and I was always standing at the door looking at my phone, looking at my watch to see if he is going to show up on time or not. The driver for Lisa’s is generally at my house five to ten minutes ahead of time waiting for me."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Olney, 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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