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HD MECHANICAL INC
5.0(
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Serving San Bernardino, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a former licensed building contractor and well respected by the building commission in Colorado Springs, CO, I must say that HD Mechanical Inc. superseded my expectations. Brandon was excellent! They were very considerate and laid a tarp on all the floors to minimize trash or dirt on the floor. Brandon came over very considerate to my needs and "did not" try to up sale me on other services that others do such as installing new venting when it is not really needed. They pulled the permit in Downey, CA and it easily passed. He communicated with me every step of the way. The receive 5 stars from me!"
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
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+14

Response time9 hrs
Response rate85%
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Right Choice Heating & Air
4.4(
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Serving San Bernardino, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From beginning to end, The Right Choice Heating and Air Conditioning Co. provided superior quality customer service and onsite work. From scheduling, to multiple follow-ups and reminders, re-confirming exact appointment time, and the post-inspection follow-up, they have truly impressed us. More importantly, Michael Taib, the technician who performed the work at our home, was indeed a true gentleman and professional. He was extremely knowledgeable and patient. I am familiar with the type of HVAC related work requirements, the lingo, and technician data. I quizzed him several times and he constantly responded with 100% honest and factual answers. He tirelessly worked on both of our HVAC units and performed the necessary services and repair. He was polite, courteous and clean. His most impressive talent was ensuring my wife's absolute confidence in his work after she grilled him with so many questions! We will continue to refer True Choice to all our friend and family! Call them; you will not be disappointed."
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+56

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alpine Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.7(
29
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Serving San Bernardino, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with the quality of work Matthew, Shawn and their staff did with the Main Sewer check valve replacement and the Main Shutoff Valve replacement. The Main Shutoff valve replacement and the Hydro Jet cleaning of the Main Sewer line was not part of the initial job to be done. Matthew authorized the added job without additional charge to the original quote I was given. Matthew and Shawn has great knowledge and answered all my questions to my satisfaction. They gave me a fair price, they were very professional, thorough and polite, from beginning to end. Clear explanation of needed repairs, sound advice without any inkling of price gouging or questionable add-on expenses whatsoever. Respectable and conscientious, could not be happier. Even very neat and clean. The people that worked with Matthew and Shawn were also very professional and very thorough. I will recommend them to my friends who need a plumber and call them again when the time comes I need a plumber. I will rate the work they did with A+ and Excellent!!!"
Plumbing - Drain Cleaning Project
Sewer cleaned of roots and ready for lining
Prepping pipe for lining by removing massive roots
Mixing resin for liners, this resin gardens to create a solid pipe
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+26

Response time10 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Mountain Air Comfort
5.0(
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Serving San Bernardino, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Thoroughly impressed with great service and a willingness to go the extra mile to get a customer scheduled at the last minute. I recently bought a home with super old AC units. They helped me repair the wiring to the units and even got me a no-pressure quote to eventually replace the hvac system. 10/10 highly recommend."
Motor Replacements
Motor Replacements
Dual Shaft Blower Motor
Motor Replacements
Replacement of other part

+10

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fel-Air Heating & A/C
3.9(
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Serving San Bernardino, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The installers showed up promptly within the window they gave us, they replaced the upstairs ducting and installed dampers to balance the air (one room is a lot warmer because of the sun). We had multiple quotations and they were significantly better than the rest. This did solve our issue completely!"
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Response time2 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in San Bernardino, CA

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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