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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

"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!"
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
75 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."
Power supply
Response time4 hrs
7 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

"I had a 30+ year old air conditioner system that went out during the hottest time of the year. We contacted multiple HVAC contractors who didn't even want to diagnose the system, they just looked at it and said it needs replacement and gave us some outrageous pricing for it. Then we called Cool Air For You. They sent out Vadim who actually took his time with our unit and gave his honest recommendation. He let us know our compressor is out but our unit is completely rusted. He said he could possibly repair the compressor but there would be no guarantees how long the repairs would last. He also let us know that if the unit goes out again there would be no saving it and replacing would be our only option. He also said that if we do replace our system we would also have to replace the refrigerant lines as ours were currently made from plastic...this is something no other contractor told us. Since we were dying in our home due to how hot it was, we decided to go with the repair for now but had him give us a quote for replacement. A month later our unit was still working good but we decided to go ahead with replacement. We called back Cool Air For You on a Monday and spoke with Claudia she answered the phone right away and was able to get the install scheduled for that Friday. The installers, Victor and Andre came right at 8am, they laid out drop clothes on my floor so they wouldn't get my floors dirty...they worked very hard and stood at my place till the job was complete. They left around 6pm. Overall excellent experience with all aspects of this company, from the office, techs and installers. Honest and fair priced companies are hard to come by these days. Highly recommend to all friends and family. I never leave reviews but this company exceeded all my expectations!"
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Response time8 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Alanis Air
4.1(
59
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

Alanis Air HVAC install
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76 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%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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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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