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

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Twice a year AC Dave comes to inspect our heating and cooling equipment. Their people always show up on time. They are well prepared because they know our house as we have retained them a little of ten years, since we acquired the house. There is always a good explanation at the end of what's up, like equipment that's still good, but obviously getting old, and may have to be updated or replaced. We're glad to have AC Dave as a reliable back-stop in case things might go awry, but so far so good."
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6 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

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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

41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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HD MECHANICAL INC
5.0(
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"After recovering from a horrendous experience with Service Champions (NEVER EVER call them), I got several other quotes to completely replace my old AC system. Brandon and HD had the most competitive quote, great reviews and were very personable and professional. They installed entire new system and did a great job in a timely manner. I highly recommend!"
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66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Alpine Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.7(
35
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

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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!!!"
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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Just Be Cool Supply LLC
5.0(
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed my HVAC system urgently repaired, the technician arrived promptly to resolved the issue. They were professional and knowledgeable and gave me honest recommendations & also was very helpful. Highly recommend! Thank you!"
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+22

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Kool Guys HVAC Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I needed my ducts cleaned out as they were extremely filthy. I called the Kool Guys and they sent someone out immediately. The workers took a video of the before and after and it was such a difference. I was very satisfied with the end results."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
8 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."
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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McLay Services
4.8(
275
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Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chad was very helpful. He found there was a simple repair needed for our leaky faucet. My husband was glad we didn’t need to replace the faucet. Price was fair and job was completed in a timely manner. He offered to do a free plumbing inspection and found our water pressure was high and recommend to replace our failed pressure regulator. I’ll be calling them back for the refulator in the near future!"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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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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