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MSD Heating & Cooling
4.8(
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First the cons: NONE

Pros:  Solids A grade on all levels.
1) The owner Immediately responded to my request for an estimate and provided his cell for phone or text communications.  
2)  Met me on my requested date and time, showing up a several minutes early.
3) Provided a no pressure suggestion on what I needed, using new brand name manufacturer, and completely accommodated my short timeline.
4) Gave a rough verbal quote followed by a written one without surprises.
5) Worked together to find a date that worked for the install, never changed, and showed up as promised, on time too.
6) Ali and his two employees were professional, clean, neat, hardworking, and always willing to answer questions.
7) Accommodated  non standard HVAC line closure color to blend perfectly with the home; no up charge or pushback.
8) Placed all furniture back, completely cleaned up, tested and reviewed system. 

Summary: Strongly recommend to anyone needing HVAC service or install.  Other Angie's List providers were good, however MSD was the most attentive, adaptable and straight forward. "
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Dawson Mechanical Contracting
4.8(
134
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! The workers are very professional and punctual. They installed a tankless water heater. They cleaned everything up when they were done and then explained how it worked and how to maintain it throughout the years so it would work better. I highly recommend this company."
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Response time5 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Valairco
4.7(
224
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had my HVAC replaced in my condo during the summer of 2018. I had just moved and had painters working when it malfunctioned. There turned out to be a leak and I decided to purchase a new system after hearing about previous problems with the unit. I had used Valairco for annual checkups and was happy with the company. I ordered the new system requesting it be done as soon as possible because of the situation. They immediately ordered the new system and installed it as soon as it was shipped to them. Lou did a great job and I’m happy with my purchase and guarantee."
24 Hour Service
Trained Technicians
Quality Products
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Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Ryan & Company
4.4(
68
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1949

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician found the part that needed replacing, went out to buy it and replaced it sucessfully to that we were able to get heat."
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Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Speer Air
4.6(
165
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1958

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Speer Air just completed a complete overhaul of my existing HVAC including an upgrade of part of our system. The entire experience from initial sales visit to completion was great. Throughout the installation, the team was friendly, always available to answer a question, clean and respectful of my 3 young children (making sure nothing was left behind or any debris that could hurt them). System is operational and very satisfied. Highly recommend them."
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Response time2 days
Response rate85%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Good Tidings Plumbing Heating and Cooling
4.3(
77
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We had water leaking into our crawlspace. It was a mess. The rugs we laid down to make crawling easier were soaked with foul-smelling liquid. Boxes of pictures were ruined. Contaminated items needed to be thrown away. It was a disaster. At first, we thought it may have come from a leak from a recently installed water heater. We contacted the installer (AJ Perri) to look at it. He said that it wasn't from the heater. He assumed it was water from outside and suggested we get a sump pump. We weren't entire convinced that was the case or the cause, so we reached out to plumbers here on Angie's--including Good Tidings. They had someone come over right away to look that problem. He looked (and smelled) the water and said it was from the sewer line, thinking there was a clog. It turned out the pipe was at fault and needed to be replaced. The plumbers Good Tidings sent were professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. They solved the issue, as we are no longer getting disgusting water in our crawlspace. In another plumbing-related problem, we'd be sure to call again!"
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Easy Flow Drain Cleaning and Mechanical Services
4.8(
128
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The unit I had purchased from Home Depot had a piece missing, this was noticed by Easy Flow and I returned it to store for a new one. Once again, Easy Flow inspected the new unit and recommended I return it as it seemed the unit was previously installed and removed before being returned to the store. I finally picked up the third unit with a Home Depot employee verifying that it was brand new and Easy Flow installed it. I appreciate that Easy Flow remained while I went through the return process.
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Arctic Air Conditioning
4.8(
865
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After two weeks of trying to diagnose the problem with my heating system, it was determined that I needed to replace the system. Although this was not the answer that I was looking for, it was the right answer and decision. From the technicians who determined a replacement was needed, to Phil Grego who coordinated the replacement installation, to Miguel and his coworker who worked quickly to replace the system, it was a flawless coordinated effort to restore a working heating system in my house. All representatives from Arctic Air were respectful and informative. An extra shout out to Phil who was able to get me on the installation schedule quickly."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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The Weather Busters by Airflow
4.4(
191
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Serving Raritan, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went well at the time. The furnace installation price included a 3 year service contract for my 2 ac units and 2 furnaces.  I have had 3 maintainance  services so far which were ok.  Now they seem to have gone out of business for the last 4 months.  I am still due 3 more included  maintainance  service calls.   Are they coming back in business or am I out the money and hire someone else?"
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Raritan, NJ

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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