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Avatar for F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
4.8(
249
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As always, Short Pump Heating & Air continues to excel at customer service. The technician, Scott, showed up right on time (which is typical for SPH&A), extremely courteous (also typical), and did a timely but thorough job of the system checkup. This may be my favorite local business in the Richmond area; I feel I get a tremendous amount of value for the products and services they provide. When we needed our downstairs unit replaced two years ago, I went to great lengths to find the best possible value. During my research, I kept seeing comments about how great Short Pump Heating & Air was, and I have to say, it's all true. When they installed the downstairs unit, I was extremely impressed by the professionalism of the entire team, from the office staff to the technicians to the owner. In fact, I was so impressed that I had them replace the upstairs unit a year later, and didn't think twice about whom to call. As a homeowner, it gives me great peace of mind to have such a reliable organization as SPH&A for something as important as our heating and cooling system. This most recent service may have been a routine maintenance check, but it's great to know they still commit themselves to service excellence for their customers. A+ to Scott and the entire SPH&A team."
Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Armstrong Mechanical Services Inc
4.8(
479
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I put off replacing my furnace b/c of so many bad experiences…..& I wanted to do some research before hiring someone to replace it. Unfortunately it went out again & I needed someone immediately. I took a chance & called Armstrong after reading reviews. They came out quickly, recommended replacement & provided all information up front. They thoroughly addressed all my concerns…. they were professional, on time and treated my home like their own. I’m very satisfied"
York 18 S.E.E.R
Boiler Replacement
Full Installation
Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Your Community Heating & Cooling
4.9(
46
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Your Community Heating and Cooling handled our repair. Rakim, the company owner came out the same day, spent some time to thoroughly examine our heat pump. The compressor was not working. He attempted to perform maintenance on the compressor to "buy us some extra time" with the unit but was unable to make it work. Rakim offered two solutions, and recommended what he thought was the best plan of action. We agreed and chose to replace the heat pump. The diagnosis visit was timely and inexpensive ($80) for the level of professionalism we received. Rakim came out the next day, and replaced our unit (a York) with a higher quality Rheem. The work took approximately 2 hours (maybe less) and within a few hours, the temperature in our house decreased from 87 degrees to 75, and when we woke the next morning the house temp was 70 degrees. By the way, both visits occurred between 7 and 9 PM. Rakim recognized our need, and gave selflessly of his time and experience providing us with excellent service. I would recommend that you choose Your Community Heating and Cooling for your needs as well. Both visits were $2330.00. Extremely pleased with all facets."
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+9

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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C3 Heating & Air, Inc.
5.0(
9
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team at C3 has always been very responsive, straight forward with their recommendations, reasonably priced, and timely with getting the job done. They replaced my whole HVAC system at my house, they do the preventive maintenance on my home and office units. I recommend them enthusiastically!"
Compressor Replacement
Water Heater with Hot Water Coil
Old Coil
Before
Outdoor Units

+8

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Supercharged Mechanical, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I’m Cecil, owner of Supercharged Mechanical. We provide professional HVAC, electrical, and plumbing services for residential and commercial customers, covering everything from routine service to full new‑construction installations. With over 20 years of hands‑on experience, we bring expertise, reliability, and strong attention to detail to every project.\nWe are fully licensed and insured, and we are proud to offer pricing that outperforms most competitors. Our commercial work includes trusted names such as VDOT, Cato, and Lowe’s.

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+5

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Automatic Climate Heating & Air Conditioning
4.8(
868
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Michael and Chris did a comprehensive inspection and estimate. It was complicated because they had to increase the airflow and they had to figure out a way to add supply vent. The possible solutions were thoroughly explained beforehand. It took longer than they expected for the install because they tried to minimize the aesthetic impact when installing a new vent. They also had to find a way to get the inside unit into the crawlspace without digging up the well wall. They did a great job and did not charge more than the contract estimate even though it took more time, manpower and equipment than the calculated for the estimate. The crew members were all courteous, knowledgeable and efficient - exceedingly professional. They cleaned up completely when they were done including removal of the old system. Would definitely use Automatic Climate again."
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+2

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ARS / Rescue Rooter Manassas
4.4(
718
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1947

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I was impressed on the details they pointed out others missed. Very good price (second lowest of 5 quotes), the installation team was careful in my home, no dirt or damage. Will absolutely use for maintaining unit and next replacement"
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for North Alabama Technical Services
North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

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You won't find a better computer technician/computer builder than Jim Ferrell. I have been using his services for years and he has come to my rescue many times. When my computers crash, he helps me recover my data when no one else can. Recently he built me a computer specially designed for my needs and it works great. He got me better quality parts than they give you at places like Dell, and at really great prices. He has made house calls for me before and he has fixed my computer remotely via Internet access many times, which is very convenient. Other companies on the Internet claim to provide computer repair service via Internet access, but many of them are scammers (I have fallen prey to that myself, and my computer crashed as a result) but Jim is honest and trustworthy, so know that you don't have to worry about him taking advantage of you in any way. He will even take the time to teach you how to avoid scammers and other malicious things like viruses, which most computer technicians won't do. I recently purchased his monthly maintenance services. Every month he checks out my computer via the Internet and scans for anything malicious and looks at the overall function, and now I can rest easier knowing that Jim is watching over my computer's health. In today's world, you may feel like there is no one you can trust with your computer, your data, your personal financial info, or even your identity, but Jim is one person that you can indeed trust.


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2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Atlantic Heating & Cooling
4.6(
56
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Atlantic Heating came out at the scheduled time, and the installers were courteous, professional and kept my house clean.   They had no problem 
installing a new coolant line, even tho another company said it could not be done!   Andrew came out to make sure the job got
started on time and correctly, and checked in several times.   He was available to answer questions, and responded promptly when we needed to move the thermostat after the installation.
They were very creative in relocating the new unit on my hill and built a very nice pad.  
Andrew Cox made this purchase as easy and painless as possible and helped me get a Dominion VA Power rebate as well as
special financing.   When I have to replace my 2nd unit, I will definitely work with him.
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Richmond, VA

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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