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Air Pros of S.A.
4.8(
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

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"Upon changing my AC filter, I saw the ceiling filter hanging from the ceiling. There was a huge hole up into the attic. (I had the ducts replaced about 9 months ago). Air Pros reached out to me as a result of my searching on Angi’s list. I sent him pictures, he responded immediately, told me what I needed and he could send a technician out the next day. His technician built a plenum box for my AC unit inside, looks great. Price was average. Thank you Air Pros. *However, the company that installed the new ducts should have installed the plenum box."
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Response time6 hrs
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Legacy Heating And Air Conditioning Services
4.9(
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Legacy Air Conditioning and Heating are knowledgeable, easy to work with, patient to answer questions and explain whatever I didn't understand, quick to respond, and in the offseason, I was installed the very next day. Owner, office staff, installer, all professional and articulate. Couldn't be happier. The Customer Service and Expertise: Chad has many years of HVAC experience before starting his own business, so he comes with a wealth of knowledge and experience. He's happy to answer any and all questions you may have and responds promptly by phone or text. Legacy's computerized quote and purchasing system makes that process a breeze, allowing you to easily compare product choices and make your final decision online without the pressure of "deciding NOW" while they are presenting to you your options in your home. Integrity is of paramount importance to Chad and his team. He's committed to selling you the right unit to address your concerns and install it absolutely correctly. And Legacy is the only company I found offering a 10 year parts AND a 10 year labor warranty if you keep up with your annual maintenance on your unit. His installers were courteous, personable, knowledgeable and again answered the myriad of questions I had. Products: Trane dealer, Legacy was incredibly competitive on their pricing, and Trane is a solid product. Their SEER 16 is only slightly more than their 14 SEER, and NBU (New Braunfels Utility) offers a rebate on the SEER 16 through July 31, 2018 (often these renew, just check the website, click Rebates). Legacy made sure I had all the necessary paperwork to file for the rebate, with their part filled in, and handed it to me on the day of my install. Efficiency at its best! If you like tech, the standard touchscreen programable thermostat will connect to your cell phone after installing a free app, enabling remote access to adjust your home temperature while you are away. The device also gives you all kinds of information, even a weather forecast! And the thermostat is intuitive and easy to use."
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Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Climate Magic
5.0(
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Credit card accepted

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Gary was thorough in his approach to examining your previous system. After measuring the outflow and intake from our upstairs unit, Gary advised us that there was not sufficient intake and outflow. This required installing a new intake and replacing a considerable amount of ducting. It also required relocating the attic unit to be closer to the areas to be cooled/heated.

In reviewing the proposals, Gary reviewed each in detail and discussed the pros and cons of each unit. We elected to install the top line product from Lennox.

On the assigned morning Gary and his crew of 4 showed up on time and commenced work immediately.  The crew was dedicated, friendly and focused. The work performed in the attic was top quality. Gary, the owner was on site for the installation 95% of the time.  When completed, the crew thoroughly cleaned up inside and outside.

I would recommend Gary and Climate Magic without hesitation. We garnered three bids for this work and we decided to go with Climate Magic because of the owners involvement and Angieslist recommendations.

You cannot go wrong with Gary and Climate Magic.



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Prostar Water Inc
4.8(
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The installation went well. Justin from sales is awesome and took all the inputs and scheduled the installation appropriately. The installation team Doug and JD are excellent. They worked very hard in the hot sun and installed very patiently. Very cooperative, cleared all the questions we have. We had an issue with the drainage of the purifier as it occupied our washer and dryer which prevented our washing machine installation and Costco denied the installation. But upon contacting prostar Doug or JD came and resolved the issue in no time. He installed the washer and dryer as well. Really appreciate the team and their services.."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Action Roofing & Remodeling
4.8(
295
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

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"I have hired Bill Clark on two different occasions to replace my roof due to hail damage. I can truly say that any time I need a roof done I'll call Bill. He does the job right the first time. I trust Bill with all my roofing projects 100%. I have never had any problems with the roofs he has put on my home. I can rely that the job is done right the first time."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Air Care Today
4.6(
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went smoothly up until I had a ceiling leak and we found that the condensation line to the other unit was broken during the installation. It was not carelessness but a poor design by the builder of the home. Anyway, they agreed to fix it and the damage it caused, without any need for me to make a lot of noise. My only complaint was that the repair was long and drawn out taking 4 or 5 visits to complete and the repairman was good but never came on schedule."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Legend Plumbing & Septic Co.
4.7(
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

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Emergency services offered

"Awesome! I call to have my sump pump replace/repaired, I know the old one was not working properly. John looked at it an told me what was needed. Replaced that OLD sump pump cleaned out the trash in the well of the sump pump also. Installed the new one for a good price, he quoted me first before he started the job. I will call him again. Cleaned up behind himself. Good person to hire very professional. Friendly person to do business with. Will hire for my next project, checked it to make sure it worked. I highly recommend this company for your plumbing needs."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Texas Air Repair
5.0(
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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Emergency services offered

"After being quoted a ridiculous price for a part from a much larger well-known repair company, I decided to try a small business to see if the service was better and fairer. So far so good, Marcus came out and diagnosed the problem and my heater is now back to working just fine. Marcus identified that the other company had recommended me replace a part that nothing was wrong with it, and in doing so saved me money. He was professional and knowledgeable and will definitely be sticking with Texas Air Repair."
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Tasco Air Conditioning
4.6(
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Terrific. I am a repeat customer because Lane and his team do outstanding work, are always straightforward and very dependable. Lane always fits us in his schedule right away when we have an urgent issue with our AC units or furnaces and offers solutions that are reasonably priced. We have nine year old systems that have had a few issues and because we've been so pleased with he and his staffs work, we've purchase their Gold service agreement so that they come out 4 times per year to check our systems. I highly recommend Tasco!"
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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NEXT SERVICE
4.4(
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Prior "tune up" service provider apparently messed up the hvac and then tried to sell me a replacement scenario over $3000 or a new unit for over $4000.  Next Service guy, as above noted, explained all the problems and the disconnected wiring left by the prior folks, and said it could be fixed for around $200, but it cost $410 as indicated above.  I do not think he arbitrarily increased his bill--just found more stuff that needed fixing than originally contemplated, and had to make a second trip out with one of the parts needed.
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in San Antonio, TX

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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