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

Approved

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
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Air-Tech Air Conditioning & Heating Inc
4.5(
202
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Air-Tech to replace all the old ductwork in our home and install a new furnace and A/C unit. They did a great job. Alex Fish was extremely responsive to all of our questions, from start to finish. He was great at explaining all of the options, and the pro's and con's of each, before we signed up. He also stopped by several times during the installation, which lasted 4-5 days. The two technicians who did the work were extremely professional, tidy, polite, etc. They wore face masks at all times and even took a long break one day when we asked them to because we needed silence for an important Zoom meeting. All in all, Air-Tech is a highly professional outfit. While it's only been a few weeks since the installation, everything is working as it should and we are very happy with the outcome. Highly recommended!"
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+8

Response time2 hrs
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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HD MECHANICAL INC
5.0(
26
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was by far the best experience I've had when it involves repairs. My heater had been broken for a year. Because I'm on a fixed income, I couldn't afford to replace it. Quotes from others all recommended replacement. HD Mechanical gave me an estimate for repair and it was fixed right away, an at a fair price. Brandon and Tim are the best and are professional and dedicated to getting the job done without trying to upsell to unnecessary replacement. It works fantastic. They also happened to fix my ac as well, with no cost to me. If you are a woman alone, hire this company. They're honest and fair, and provide great service"
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+14

Response time9 hrs
Response rate85%
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DNA Heating & Cooling, Inc.
4.8(
57
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I own a laundry and needed two new swamp coolers. I called DNA and Andrew came out and from our first meeting was very professional. He was knowledgeable and able to answer all my questions which put me at ease. These guys did a bang up job. They were clean and made short work of removing my old units and installing of the new ones. I would highly recommend DNA for future work."
New Blown in insulation
New R-30 blown in insulation
Recessed Light cover
Foam Gun
Sealed Plumbing attic penetrations

+26

Response time5 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Alpine Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.6(
34
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with the quality of work Matthew, Shawn and their staff did with the Main Sewer check valve replacement and the Main Shutoff Valve replacement. The Main Shutoff valve replacement and the Hydro Jet cleaning of the Main Sewer line was not part of the initial job to be done. Matthew authorized the added job without additional charge to the original quote I was given. Matthew and Shawn has great knowledge and answered all my questions to my satisfaction. They gave me a fair price, they were very professional, thorough and polite, from beginning to end. Clear explanation of needed repairs, sound advice without any inkling of price gouging or questionable add-on expenses whatsoever. Respectable and conscientious, could not be happier. Even very neat and clean. The people that worked with Matthew and Shawn were also very professional and very thorough. I will recommend them to my friends who need a plumber and call them again when the time comes I need a plumber. I will rate the work they did with A+ and Excellent!!!"
Plumbing - Drain Cleaning Project
Sewer cleaned of roots and ready for lining
Prepping pipe for lining by removing massive roots
Mixing resin for liners, this resin gardens to create a solid pipe
Sewer robot in the pipe

+26

Response time10 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Morales Heating and Cooling
5.0(
9
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were great. They did a great installation. It was completed quickly & at a better price than the other companies I checked. I highly recommend this company, & will use them for any of my HVAC needs in the future."
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+19

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kool Guys HVAC Inc.
5.0(
10
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kool Guys did an amazing job installing new vents in my home. These knowledgeable individuals were quick and efficient. Excellent customer service! Thank you so much Kool Guys :)"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CAL CLIMATE CORP
4.9(
152
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Warranties offered

"110% recommend Calclimate HVAC for anyone who needs heating and cooling services in the Burbank area. I recently had them install a new HVAC system in my elderly father's condo, and I was very impressed with their work. The system hadn't been turned on in decades, so it was in pretty bad shape. Calclimate's technicians were professional and knowledgeable, and they did a great job of assessing the situation and recommending the best system for my father's needs given that there are no natural gas hookups and all appliances run on electricity. They were also very patient and understanding. The installation process went smoothly, and the technicians were very clean and organized. They also took the time to explain everything to my father, so he understood how the system worked. I'm so grateful to Calclimate for their help. My father is now comfortable and cool in his condo, and he can finally enjoy the benefits of central heating and cooling. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for HVAC services in Burbank."
Response time1 day
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Southland Heating and Air Conditioning
4.7(
159
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave was very efficient and knowledgeable. He was able to supply my quote before he left. I look forward to working with Southland heating and air. Follow up: I made my decision and signed the contract. Best decision I could have made. They were thousands of dollars less for the exact same equipment than 3 other companies I got estimates from. When challenged none of the other companies could revise their estimate to even come close. Southland is a Mitsubishi diamond dealer so I got full Mitsubishi warranties plus 1 year from Southland of parts and service. The day the installers arrived, on time, it was raining. Jamie and Ricardo used the utmost care to protect my home. They covered the floors, moved and covered the furniture and made sure before they left that I fully understood how to use the remote and operate the equipment. I have attached a photo so you can see for yourself the way they carted for my home. The equipment works perfectly. I would hire this company again in a heart"
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%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Pasadena, 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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