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Certified Heating and Cooling Inc
4.9(
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Serving Port Charlotte, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went very well, everyone from the salesman to the office to the installers were professional and pleasant. Definitely will be using their company again."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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LPAC Services- Larry Pearson A/C
4.6(
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Serving Port Charlotte, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job! Mike waa on site for entire installation. Answered all questions and explained entire system. Appreciated his attention to detail. Give this company a 5+ rating!"
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+8

Response time7 hrs
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Roman Service Cooling & Heating
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Serving Port Charlotte, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What a great experience! From Noah's knowledge and guidance during the sales experience to Darbyley and Armando's installation. Great company! Great pricing! Great sales and service! I would recommend them 100%!"
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Response time1 day
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Coolstar Air Service
5.0(
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Serving Port Charlotte, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are excellent!! Just bought a new home and wanted a complete update of the old a/c system. I got a complete a/c system, duct cleaning, and attic insulation in my new place and coolstar's price and professionalism were very good. Will recommend to anyone!"
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Trost Heating and Cooling, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Port Charlotte, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wanted Two Zone high end system and my regular AC guy was not able to do it. Larry lives by me so I looked up his reviews online and all were excellent. Larry got me the exact system I wanted. He did an excellent job, completed same day with his helper, cleaned everything up and followed up. I highly recommend him."
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Independent A/C Llc
4.6(
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Serving Port Charlotte, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I've been using Independent A/C for about 5 years now and have always been very pleased with their service and business ethics. They show up on time, are always friendly and professional, and always give me an honest opinion of our systems condition. Not once has anyone from Independent A/C tried to upsell me parts or services and that's a business ethic that I really appreciate."
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Coldapplianceman Corporation
5.0(
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Serving Port Charlotte, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Owner told me that it would cost around $700 to fix a bearing that went out in my front-loading GE (not very old) washing machine due to the very poor (inconsiderate) engineering design by GE and that I should rather use the $$$ to replace it at the store of my choice (with another brand) than have him repair it... Now THAT is honor in a business situation. 
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Port Charlotte, FL

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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