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MSD Heating & Cooling
4.9(
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Installed a 4 zone Fujitsu ductless heating/cooling system in ONE day (13 hours), and our historical house isn't a typical install. I got 2 other estimates that were were $5,000+ more. Had a unit installed in our kitchen (9k BTU), living room (18k BTU), den (9k BTU), and attic (18k BTU). For example, today is a humid 90 degree day and I have the units running on dry mode at 70 degrees. It's amazing, so far. I strongly encourage you to use MSD for your AC/heating needs. 100% honest, fair, hardworking, respectful, and nice overall guys."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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All Weather Heating & Cooling
4.6(
68
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin was great! The rest of the company not so much. Kevin diagnosed the problem immediately as the thermostat, had a replacement in the truck, and completed the installation of the new unit quickly. He showed me how to program the updated version, and everything seemed to be fine - until the next morning. Turned out the replacement was defective. When I called, I was told that they might not be able to get back to me that day, but Kevin interrupted his schedule to come back and put in a new (and working) unit at no charge."
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Response time3 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Petro Home Services
4.3(
103
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"the process was better than I expected. The sale man knew what he was talking about . The installation crew had worked for the company a long time and were also very knowable . When we could not understand a few things they sent out a serviceman just to show us how it works. They also directed us towards financiers and reabate availability."
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Response time6 days
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Handy Andy
5.0(
1
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Im a high self driven, high energy person. \nMultiple skills under my belt, detailed oriented and customer satisfaction there my priorities. \n\nFeel free to reach out and ask as many questions as you want. \n\nAlways happy to help.

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Stan’s Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
4.8(
470
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1954

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tech arrived on-time and performed the semi-annual inspection on both heat pumps and all 4 thermostats. They installed the original systems and I have used them ever since. They have been good at spotting potential issues and recommending work BEFORE there was a problem. Always a good job."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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PROMEN HVAC Inc
4.9(
206
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Installed 8-24-20 - Diego recently installed a new gas furnace with central a/c to replace an old oil system. He and his technicians are very accommodating and straight forward. He took care of everything exactly when he said he would. The entire job only took a day and he made sure all of the inspections and permits with the town were taken care of. I always prefer working directly with the owner and Diego was a great example of why, I have no issues recommending him and his team."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Overall Plumbing Heating and Cooling
4.9(
70
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Overall Plumbing Heat & Cooling to replace a kitchen faucet and are very happy with the experience. When replacing the faucet they made us aware of a rusted part of the piping connecting to the dishwasher and recommended we replace it to avoid a flood. Sam & AJ went above and beyond to go purchase the necessary part rather than coming back another day and have us wait. They arrived promptly within the scheduled window, reviewed pricing and made sure the job was up to our standards before leaving. Although I hope we don’t have any plumbing issues soon, Overall will be the first number we call!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arctic Air Conditioning
4.8(
865
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Ridgewood, 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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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They came to do the cleaning and they quoted us to replace the system, which they said needed to be done. Their price was way too high. They didn’t actually do the cleaning. But we had another company install the new system."
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Green Heating Cooling & Electric
Green Heating Cooling & Electric
4.5(
624
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Contacted the company on one of the hot days of this summer, scheduling was easy and they made appointment the next morning. The crew was very professional and took their time to explain the issue and the way how the repair was competed. Great experience and will hire again."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Ridgewood, 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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