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Freedom Heating & Cooling
4.82(
2,618
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Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh was very professional throughout the installation process and ensured my tenant on-site understood the basics. In addition, Josh sent Miguel the same day to ensure the humidifier was working properly."
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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JML HEATING & COOLING INC
4.88(
40
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Angi Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent! They were extremely professional, very fairly price, and the servicemen, especially the owner, was very helpful in explaining things, and very neat."
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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VENT HEATING & COOLING INC.
4.97(
40
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Angi Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is our second year in our home and we realized last winter that our backroom addition had little-to-no heat flow and was frigid cold. Our goal was to make that room usable year-round. We bid with two other HVAC contractors and we pulled the trigger with Jim and his team. What put them apart was that they took their time assessing our home and situation, walked through all possible options, and clearly communicated those options. They evaluated and wanted to find the most feasible option for us, with efficiency and cost in mind. The other contractors came through and kind of already had their minds set on what heating system to use. Jim is also very personable, knowledgeable, and easy to communicate with. Jim and Carlton's proposal was the most cost effective overall - the unit/system itself and our personal ROI. It was gas as opposed to electric, the job was the least complex in terms of labor and construction, and it's functionality was worth the price."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Premier Comfort Heating & Cooling LLC
5.00(
1
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Angi Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It was excellent. They did a great job. It was cool and nice. The price was good. I was totally happy with the work. They cleaned up their mess."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Besco Air Inc
4.79(
757
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Angi Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Home AC went out when it was 90 degrees outside. BESCO Air came out the next day and Voila! Problem found and fixed. I've used these guys for years for both heating and AC. When other companies don't have the resources to respond promptly, BESCO comes through for me. With them, loyalty still matters."
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning
4.82(
385
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Angi Approved

In business since 1904

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician arrived precisely on schedule and performed a thorough checkup of the heating system, using state-of-the-art diagnostic tools. He also explained the condition of the furnace and helpfully forecasted its likely future."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
4.54(
2,828
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Angi Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Contacted Four Seasons to rod my sewer drain. They came out and stated that they would need to come back the next day with the rod and camera water jet to see what is clogging the line. In order to lock in the amount of almost $1500 and the time of 8am-1pm, I will need to make a down payment of half. I did half. The next day a guy from the company came with only the rod.and when I questioned him about the camera, he ignored me and continued his conversations via phone with others. Later he tells me after I asked again about the camera that I owed the other half $750. I did not pay and informed him that I didn?t get the services that I had made a deposit for in the beginning. He then started that the guys are busy and will be out on Monday 1/12/2026. He stated he went 55ft with rodding. No one came on 1/12/2026. On 1/12/2026 and 1/13/2026 I spoke to 3 managers and a supervisor?Brian, Jenny, and another person who didn?t know Jenny or Bryan and I was told that the rodding was $740 and"
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Sunset Heating & Air-Conditioning
4.00(
4
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Angi Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went fairly well. The installer Tony was great and handled everything with no issues. Also the price was very good and warranties (much better than the other competitors noted on tv)."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Riverdale, IL

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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