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Whitestone Heating and Cooling
4.9(
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! The units were installed accurately and correctly! My house has been very cool and comfortable. The Whitestone staff was courteous and professional. The work was reasonably priced and I am a very satisfied customer! Job Well Done!! Special thanks to the owner Mr. West. If you are looking for an HVAC repair or replacement, I strongly recommend Whitestone! Hire them, you will be glad you did!!"
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+14

Response time6 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Climate Mechanics LLC
4.9(
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Climate mechanics was wonderful to deal with. Very professional and very reasonably priced. Nate did an excellent job and thoroughly cleaned up too!"
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Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vaughan Comfort Services
4.8(
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1937

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Techs were extremely punctual, professional, and very knowledgeable. The work was done fast, done well, and reasonably priced. Very happy with the work and will seek these guys out for any other HVAC Or plumbing work I may need in the future."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alliance Service Professionals, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service from Alliance Service Pros was fantastic! Tom Kensinger was my service pro and he delivered above and beyond my expectations. The flower bed in front of my house next to the foudation was very soggy and water was coming through the foundation into my house; assumed a water or sewer leak. Chalres from Alliance pros investigated the situation, throughouly examined the situation, checked all township/state codes and then provided a compeitive quote. Two days later Tom was onsite for the repair, it was around 90-95 degrees. He hand dug 6 ft of earth to uncover a broken water line in the foundation. Tom overcame serveral challenges with main water line shutoff not working, significant flooding while digging to get the job down. He also brought a change of clothes, before coming into the house to not muddy up my house/basement. He repaired the waterline outside and through the house and then sealed the water line and the sewer line in the foundation in and out. He took care on digging to separate the mulch and dirt, so upon refilling the hole he could leave it as he left. Lastly, he hosed down all areas of my porch, driveway and sidewalk. Basically looked liked it was never touched. He worked 12 hours and promised to not leave until we had water that night. I have never seen this dedication from a trade professional before and my long review is a return in kind for the level of work he showed my family. They will be my go to plumbing professionals from now on."
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11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Arctic Air Conditioning
4.8(
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Serving Riverside, 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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Wynnewood Park Service Center
4.8(
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great, they were friendly and professional. I also had a crack in my windshield that needed to be replaced, they advised me of a person they use and the cost. No pressure to go with their provider. I chose to go with another glass company and I just had to return to get my inspection stickers put onto my new windshield.
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Green Heating Cooling & Electric
4.5(
624
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Green techs repaired my water damaged heater and, when the weather heated up a week later, got my aged A/C working (probably for its last season). Heater repairs required a new and costly part that had to be ordered, but the tech laid it out for me to choose repair or replacement. A/C required coolant. So far, repair was a good choice. A cautionary word--furnace damage was probably due to improper maintenance of the previously installed humidifier. (Some companies do not even work with installed humidifiers, which I need)."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Riverside, 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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