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Coolray Heating & Air Conditioning
4.8(
1,243
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Serving Riverdale, GA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had our HVAC system replaced by CoolRay Heating and Air and were extremely pleased with the entire experience. Mike Ritchey, our sales representative, conducted a thorough evaluation of our existing system and clearly presented several replacement options tailored to our needs. He was knowledgeable, responsive, and worked diligently to provide a competitive and fair price. The installation was led by Rollin Tappin, who, along with his team, demonstrated professionalism and care throughout the process. They completed the work safely, efficiently, and with great attention to detail. The new system is functioning perfectly, and we greatly appreciate the high level of service delivered by both Mike and Rollin. We would confidently recommend CoolRay Heating and Air to anyone in need of HVAC services."
Response time2 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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R Wiley Heating & Air
4.7(
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Serving Riverdale, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robby and his crew were amazing. We are remodeling a 1930's bungalow and it needed a complete new HVAC system, ductwork and all. I talked with at least 5 HVAC companies and found Robby to be the most honest and helpful of all of them. I couldn't be more pleased and would not hesitate to recommend R Wiley to anyone that needs service or replacement."
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Response time10 hrs
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Ragsdale Heating, Air & Plumbing
4.7(
167
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Serving Riverdale, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall, he was a great service technician and I think the company is great. If it were up to me, I would definitely hire them to replace the unit and would recommend them."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Omega Heating and Air, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving Riverdale, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jason Erwin was the best sales advisor I have worked with. He knows alot about AC systems and answered all of my question prior to my purchase.The install crew was very efficient installing a complete AC system. They wasted no time while they were at my home and answered all of my questions. They also made sure that they cleaned up after they were finished."
Response time2 days
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Farm Finger's
4.4(
19
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Serving Riverdale, GA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was great dealing with everyone here. I contacted them for a quote to replace our kitchen sink and alter the drainage pipes below. I sent pictures and described everything I wanted done and they were able to give me a very reasonable quote and scheduled a time to come out. Everything went as expected and the work was done pretty spot on with what they estimated. We'll definitely contact again when we need something fixed!"
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
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Jones Climate Control
4.2(
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Serving Riverdale, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"There was very little work to do. They came out on time and I was happy for the professionalism, but there was nothing to do because it's a brand new system. The service is free for a year. I could have had them come out in April to check the air conditioning system, but since they just installed the unit in April, I didn't bother, but it would have been free. This fall, when I called him to check the furnace, he thought he was coming out to check the air conditioning, I said, "no, you're here to check the furnace because I'm going to be using the heat this fall". He said, "no problem" and he checked that out, he said, "I feel like I'm not doing anything, I can still check the air conditioner", and I said, "if you want to, but I've been running it all summer and it's been great". I asked him there was a charge and he said, "no, the first year was free"."
Response time9 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Riverdale, GA

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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