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HD MECHANICAL INC
5.0(
31
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"HD Mechanical did an excellent job. After trying to fix my water heater, the tech offered me two solutions, the first to repair the old unit and the second to replace it. I chose to replace the unit because it was 20 years old. He was able to return in two days and spend many hours at my home. The tech was courteous, professional, explained everything and made sure everything was working properly before he left."
Heating & A/C Project
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
74 neighbors recently requested a quote
NT Electric & HVAC
4.7(
47
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Customers say: Quick response

"This review not give me a choice of what did. They installed a minisplit ductless for a single room. By far the best price and seemed to know well what they were doing. Amazingly prompt service with no wasted time with pressure visits to convince me.Nathan knew exactly what he was doing and estimating. Answered promptly every time. Completely recommend."
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Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cool Air For you
4.1(
17
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician, Vadim Bykov, arrived early, diagnosed the problem quickly and made the needed repair. I would highly recommend Cool Air For You to others needing air conditioning repair"
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Response time8 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Pro West Mechanical, Inc.
5.0(
3
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Pro West Mechanical's goal is 100% customer satisfaction! We achieve this by delivering quality products, being on time, with craftsmanship and integrity at a competitive price. We specialize in the Carrier product line but sell and service all major brands as well. With over 25 years combined experience, Chris and Mike founded Pro West with the goal of providing the very best service with knowledge and expertise. We have the sources to deliver and install the products and services you need. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or give us a call today!

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Get Air HVAC Solutions
New to Angi
Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Get Air HVAC Solutions is a locally owned and operated HVAC company serving Encinitas and North County San Diego. As a local who grew up in the area, I take pride in providing honest recommendations, clean installations, and quality workmanship you can trust. We specialize in A/C installations, system replacements, ductwork, and energy-efficient upgrades. Our goal is simple, deliver reliable comfort at competitive prices without cutting corners. When you hire Get Air HVAC Solutions, you’re supporting a local business that stands behind its work.

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Water Heaters Only, Inc
4.7(
440
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Setting up the appointment was easy. They offered to come out the next day but I needed to wait until Friday, my day off. Mike showed up on time. Did a good professional job removing and installing a new 50 gallon water heater. Mike also tested my water pressure and noted it was too high. For an agreed upon small additional charge he replaced my pressure regulator and a shut off valve."
Our technician Fabian getting ready to drain a water heater.
A newly installed 40 gallon residential water heater.
A tankless water heater installed in a garage.
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
SINCLAIR HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING LLC
4.9(
86
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had 4 estimates.  The first vendor said he would be unable to test for leaks and said he would install new system and gave us a one line estimate.

 The second vendor said he could fill with freeon for $800 with no warranty or put in new system for $15k with no itemization,  He only attached a pressure gauge to outside line and was going to charge my very elderly Mom $105.  When I called owner and said that no diagnosis was made and this is ludicrous, he dropped the charge.

 The third vendor spent well over an hour explaining why his company is great and then said the charge would be approximately $9,500.

the fourth vendor was Mick Sinclair and what a completely different experience. I first called and spoke to Nick, his son.  I told him I did not know what to do.  Although both Nick and his Dad were booked solid he said he would get back to me.  Mick called and scheduled an appointment. He measured the pressure and tried to fix the valve. He then actually removed the outer shell of the condensor and noted that the motor was not working at all.  He tried to fix the motor and added a booster to no avail.  He refused to charge anything for the diagnostic and attempted repair - nothing!

Note, that not one of the other three vendors checked the motor.

Mick then said he would email a quote which he did in a very timely manner. His wife sent the email and I spoke to her and she was as nice as Mick and their son, Nick.

Mick spent 1-1/2 days performing the complete installation, including sealing asbestos and many other things.

There are literally no words to explain the excellent service we received from Mick. He is also very kind.

My 92 year old Mom and I are grateful for you.  You are truly a professional.

Thank you!

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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Air Care Heating and Air Conditioning
4.9(
106
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Air Care to install our HVAC system in the summer of 2019. They did a fantastic job! The entire team was clean, friendly, professional, and most importantly, happy. You can tell they truly enjoy their work and working with each other. We would highly recommend Air Care to anyone looking to have their HVAC system replaced."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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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