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Albuquerque Plumbing Heating & Cooling
4.7(
1,216
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Unprofessional, Dishonest, and Left Us in the Cold If you have an emergency, do not call these people. total disaster from start to finish. It started with the dispatcher, who couldn't even manage to take down a phone number correctly, I had to repeat the number to her 5 times. Then, I was promised a 2:00PM-5:00 PM Friday arrival 01/09/2026. Pablo, the technician, didn't show up until nearly 7:00 PM on a Friday night. I was grateful for this, but it gets worse from here. When Pablo finally arrived, it felt like a total scam. He admitted he could have installed a generic part to get our heat running, but since it was late on a Friday, he clearly just wanted to go home. He chose to leave my family in the cold rather than doing his job. ? The Dishonesty: To make matters worse, he didn't even provide an estimate that he said he would provide via email. "
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11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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NCB Mechanical, LLC
4.8(
151
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"On time, professional finish the work is promised.Exceptional quality of work cleaned up after themselves and explained every step of the process"
Furnace install
Furnace install
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Breezair (Swamp Cooler)
Tankless Water heater and Tankless Boiler install.

+2

Response time6 hrs
Response rate87%
101 neighbors recently requested a quote
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White Polar LLC
4.7(
168
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and thorough. Serviced our air conditioner, cleaned everything inside and out, checked for and identified items that were recommended to be replaced. Fully explained the reason why replacement was recommended and outlined possible consequences if we were to choose not to follow their advice. Everything was completed to our fullest satisfaction. "
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Water heater repair?
Heating and cooling
Hvac issues?

+1

24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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KIDZZ Mechanical
4.7(
33
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Just got a new heater installed, but working with everyone at Kidzz was great. I appreciated that they came out so quickly and that they had financing options available with everything being so expensive these days it helped a lot. They were kind enough to work with me after hours. So, grateful to have heat again. 🙏"
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+6

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elevated Mechanical Services, Inc
4.6(
59
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Friendly and professional crew completed HVAC install and removal of old furnace and roof-top swamp cooler in less than 2 days. New system works beautifully."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Competitive Heating and Cooling LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Competitive Heating and Cooling have serviced both my furnace and my AC cooling. George and Lawrence did a complete inspection of my AC today to assure it was functioning correctly and clean with no debris. George explained exactly what he had done. I feel very confident that both my furnace and cooler are running smoothly. Both George and Lawrence were courteous and thorough. I highly recommend them to anyone who wants a Great job! Their phone number is 505-480-8143"
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OUT DOOR CONDENSER

+6

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elevated Mechanical Services Inc
5.0(
6
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Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew that worked on this remodel, led by Alejandro, were prompt in arriving, patient with our questions, and very responsive to our requests. They were very skilled and thorough, and completely changed our home for the better. I highly recommend this company, since it provides full services, such that plumbing and electrical are available from within the organization, as opposed to waiting for subcontractors to respond. "
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Rio Rancho, NM

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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