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Serving Santa Rosa for over 30 years, we are proud to be a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer and were honored to be win the Carrier President's Award Winner in 2008. A family-owned business, we employ some of the BEST people in the HVAC industry with a combined experience of over 50 years. Our technicians are certified by the North American Technician Excellence (NATE)organization. We are a member of Local Sheet Metal Union 104 which means our employees are highly trained, educated and well skilled in all makes and models of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. We are also members of the Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerce, North Coast Builders Exchange, and Marin Builders Association. We provide respectful, dependable, honest and reliable customer service for any job, no matter how large or small and our pricing is competitive and fair with no hidden or surprise costs. Simpson takes the family approach to business by having the estimator conduct all of our free estimates, not an aggressive sales person. This provides all of our customers with the confidence that every system is designed and installed properly. It is our commitment to ensure that all of our customers are completely satisfied. We are your one stop source for all of your heating, air conditioning and air quality needs.
"Simpson Sheet Metal HVAC was recommended by a friend who had just had a heat pump and mini-split system installed and raved about the company and the individuals to me. I had already gotten three quotes from other area companies (I was in need of replacing ancient and malfunctioning baseboards and had been using a Quadrafire wood stove to heat my house), but decided to get a quote from Simpson and it turned out to be the lowest, with the best warranty terms, and the most "hand-holding" in terms of permit, rebates and payment. I also love the fact that it's a union shop because that means a well-educated and well-treated employee. Lead installer Jose and assistant Chino did a fabulous job, and as others have said, they left everything perfectly clean and also answered my many questions with patience and good humor. John Roncone managed the job and designed the system, and has been an amazing communicator as well. Nothing but raves for Simpson! What a relief!"
Judith T on July 2023
Serving Santa Rosa for over 30 years, we are proud to be a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer and were honored to be win the Carrier President's Award Winner in 2008. A family-owned business, we employ some of the BEST people in the HVAC industry with a combined experience of over 50 years. Our technicians are certified by the North American Technician Excellence (NATE)organization. We are a member of Local Sheet Metal Union 104 which means our employees are highly trained, educated and well skilled in all makes and models of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. We are also members of the Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerce, North Coast Builders Exchange, and Marin Builders Association. We provide respectful, dependable, honest and reliable customer service for any job, no matter how large or small and our pricing is competitive and fair with no hidden or surprise costs. Simpson takes the family approach to business by having the estimator conduct all of our free estimates, not an aggressive sales person. This provides all of our customers with the confidence that every system is designed and installed properly. It is our commitment to ensure that all of our customers are completely satisfied. We are your one stop source for all of your heating, air conditioning and air quality needs.
"Simpson Sheet Metal HVAC was recommended by a friend who had just had a heat pump and mini-split system installed and raved about the company and the individuals to me. I had already gotten three quotes from other area companies (I was in need of replacing ancient and malfunctioning baseboards and had been using a Quadrafire wood stove to heat my house), but decided to get a quote from Simpson and it turned out to be the lowest, with the best warranty terms, and the most "hand-holding" in terms of permit, rebates and payment. I also love the fact that it's a union shop because that means a well-educated and well-treated employee. Lead installer Jose and assistant Chino did a fabulous job, and as others have said, they left everything perfectly clean and also answered my many questions with patience and good humor. John Roncone managed the job and designed the system, and has been an amazing communicator as well. Nothing but raves for Simpson! What a relief!"
Judith T on July 2023
Albert Nahman Services was founded in 1981 and has been serving Berkeley, CA and it surrounding areas in all their plumbing and HVAC needs. Each of our technicians went through rigorous training so we can guarantee that you will be receiving the proper service. We are also insured and supply a warranty for our parts for five years and up to twenty years on an re-piping or sewer replacement. Call us now to make your appointment!
"Great good work"
Jose B on July 2025
Albert Nahman Services was founded in 1981 and has been serving Berkeley, CA and it surrounding areas in all their plumbing and HVAC needs. Each of our technicians went through rigorous training so we can guarantee that you will be receiving the proper service. We are also insured and supply a warranty for our parts for five years and up to twenty years on an re-piping or sewer replacement. Call us now to make your appointment!
"Great good work"
Jose B on July 2025
Call for a free estimate! HVAC & Insulation Gurus have an extensive background in HVAC and insulation services. With fifteen years of experience on the field, the Gurus have earned a reputation as trusted installers. Our mission is to provide both our residential and commercial customers with reliability, expert advice, quality work integrity and an outstanding service. We dedicate ourselves 110% to our customers not only to achieve energy efficiency, comfort, and safety, but also to establish a friendship. Everybody needs a Guru in the family. Let us be yours!
"Great! Super knowledgeable and helpful."
Catherine M on March 2025
Call for a free estimate! HVAC & Insulation Gurus have an extensive background in HVAC and insulation services. With fifteen years of experience on the field, the Gurus have earned a reputation as trusted installers. Our mission is to provide both our residential and commercial customers with reliability, expert advice, quality work integrity and an outstanding service. We dedicate ourselves 110% to our customers not only to achieve energy efficiency, comfort, and safety, but also to establish a friendship. Everybody needs a Guru in the family. Let us be yours!
"Great! Super knowledgeable and helpful."
Catherine M on March 2025
We are a family owned and operated Heating and Air conditioning and solar contractor in the Bay Area for the past 40 years. We specialize in Residential, Commercial, and New Construction installation. We pride ourselves in quality workmanship and fast reliable service at a fair price. We will not price gouge you like the big companies do. Call us for a free estimate, ask for Josh. 925-584-2634
"Josh got on this very quick and quoted the best price with good brand day and night carry"
jianyu d on November 2024
We are a family owned and operated Heating and Air conditioning and solar contractor in the Bay Area for the past 40 years. We specialize in Residential, Commercial, and New Construction installation. We pride ourselves in quality workmanship and fast reliable service at a fair price. We will not price gouge you like the big companies do. Call us for a free estimate, ask for Josh. 925-584-2634
"Josh got on this very quick and quoted the best price with good brand day and night carry"
jianyu d on November 2024
Complete Construction Solutions is your one-stop shop offering all kinds of construction services, from residential to commercial, with high-end, trusted quality you can count on. Everything from plumbing and electric, general construction, painting, remodeling and handyman services. We are here to help you from small tasks ranging as small as a two-hour job to full-scale building construction and remodeling
"Superb!!!! On time and ready to go! Handrails were ordered and cabinet, prep work, clean up, and installation went very well. Fast, detailed, and overall great attitude when communicating what needs to be done, when, and to my approval. Five star recommendation indeed! Cheers!"
Kevin W on October 2024
Complete Construction Solutions is your one-stop shop offering all kinds of construction services, from residential to commercial, with high-end, trusted quality you can count on. Everything from plumbing and electric, general construction, painting, remodeling and handyman services. We are here to help you from small tasks ranging as small as a two-hour job to full-scale building construction and remodeling
"Superb!!!! On time and ready to go! Handrails were ordered and cabinet, prep work, clean up, and installation went very well. Fast, detailed, and overall great attitude when communicating what needs to be done, when, and to my approval. Five star recommendation indeed! Cheers!"
Kevin W on October 2024
Looking for reliable Heating & A/C services in the SAN FRANCISCO BAY area? Look no further than Aire Serv of Campbell & Saratoga. Our team of experts is here to assist you with all your heating and A/C needs. With our exceptional service and attention to detail, we are dedicated to providing the best solutions for all your needs. Contact us today!
"Venice the technician was friendly and was able to quickly diagnose the problem which was the hose that connected to the pump broke and it looked pretty old. Since we couldn’t just replace the connector to the hose, getting a new part was the best choice."
Ed U on June 2025
Looking for reliable Heating & A/C services in the SAN FRANCISCO BAY area? Look no further than Aire Serv of Campbell & Saratoga. Our team of experts is here to assist you with all your heating and A/C needs. With our exceptional service and attention to detail, we are dedicated to providing the best solutions for all your needs. Contact us today!
"Venice the technician was friendly and was able to quickly diagnose the problem which was the hose that connected to the pump broke and it looked pretty old. Since we couldn’t just replace the connector to the hose, getting a new part was the best choice."
Ed U on June 2025
Welcome to JZ HVAC Contractor, JZ HVAC Contractor has established itself as a trusted provider of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions in the Bay Area, California. Our experienced team is committed to delivering top-notch services, including installation, repair, and maintenance for both residential and commercial clients. At JZ HVAC Contractor, we pride ourselves on our expertise, reliability, and customer satisfaction, ensuring your indoor environment is comfortable and energy-efficient all year round. Whether you need a quick repair or a comprehensive HVAC system upgrade, you can count on JZ HVAC CONTRACTOR to meet all your heating and cooling needs.
"Joy did excellent work: removed my old ducts and replaced them and added additional vents. He communicated well and was friendly and helpful. I highly recommend him!"
Kelly H on October 2024
Welcome to JZ HVAC Contractor, JZ HVAC Contractor has established itself as a trusted provider of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions in the Bay Area, California. Our experienced team is committed to delivering top-notch services, including installation, repair, and maintenance for both residential and commercial clients. At JZ HVAC Contractor, we pride ourselves on our expertise, reliability, and customer satisfaction, ensuring your indoor environment is comfortable and energy-efficient all year round. Whether you need a quick repair or a comprehensive HVAC system upgrade, you can count on JZ HVAC CONTRACTOR to meet all your heating and cooling needs.
"Joy did excellent work: removed my old ducts and replaced them and added additional vents. He communicated well and was friendly and helpful. I highly recommend him!"
Kelly H on October 2024
Message from the Owner/ Founder: “As a third generation heating and air technician and retired 20 year veteran of fire and public safety, I wanted to create a service company that you could count on for its integrity and professionalism. When our service technicians arrive at your home, we want you to feel the same level of confidence and trust you get from a firefighter arriving at your home to help when you call 911. Our service technicians are professional, courteous, and well trained. I am comfortable allowing them into the homes of my families and friends who are firefighters, police officers and the public. Thank you for the opportunity to service your comfort needs and believing in our company. We look forward to a continued long relationship. Warm regards, Harry Abbott” Comfort Energy Inc is a full service provider of quality air conditioning and heating repair and installation. . Locally owned and operated, with over 30 years of experience. We are proud members of the Nexstar network of contractors. We specialize in helping homeowners make informed decisions to best meet your family's comfort needs. Spanish and Japanese spoken.
"We had a wonderful experience with Comfort Energy! The service person, whose name was Chance, did a thorough evaluation of the problem with a focus on saving us as much money as possible, to either repair or replace our 30-year-old heat furnace. He quickly determined that our inlet filter was too dense (it was a Merv 11 and should have been a Merv 8) and that that was probably causing the heater to go off an on every 5-10 minutes. He then tested and confirmed his hypothesis. He also performed a CO test to make sure there wasn't anything more serious going on. Finally, he gave us a good idea of replacement options, which we should probably do before the next Winter, but not necessarily right away. All in all, this is exactly the kind of assessment we needed, and it cost orders of magnitude less than what was estimated by the first service company we had come out. Chance was great, and Comfort Energy is our go-to for heating and cooling service and/or installation from now on."
Gary S on April 2025
Message from the Owner/ Founder: “As a third generation heating and air technician and retired 20 year veteran of fire and public safety, I wanted to create a service company that you could count on for its integrity and professionalism. When our service technicians arrive at your home, we want you to feel the same level of confidence and trust you get from a firefighter arriving at your home to help when you call 911. Our service technicians are professional, courteous, and well trained. I am comfortable allowing them into the homes of my families and friends who are firefighters, police officers and the public. Thank you for the opportunity to service your comfort needs and believing in our company. We look forward to a continued long relationship. Warm regards, Harry Abbott” Comfort Energy Inc is a full service provider of quality air conditioning and heating repair and installation. . Locally owned and operated, with over 30 years of experience. We are proud members of the Nexstar network of contractors. We specialize in helping homeowners make informed decisions to best meet your family's comfort needs. Spanish and Japanese spoken.
"We had a wonderful experience with Comfort Energy! The service person, whose name was Chance, did a thorough evaluation of the problem with a focus on saving us as much money as possible, to either repair or replace our 30-year-old heat furnace. He quickly determined that our inlet filter was too dense (it was a Merv 11 and should have been a Merv 8) and that that was probably causing the heater to go off an on every 5-10 minutes. He then tested and confirmed his hypothesis. He also performed a CO test to make sure there wasn't anything more serious going on. Finally, he gave us a good idea of replacement options, which we should probably do before the next Winter, but not necessarily right away. All in all, this is exactly the kind of assessment we needed, and it cost orders of magnitude less than what was estimated by the first service company we had come out. Chance was great, and Comfort Energy is our go-to for heating and cooling service and/or installation from now on."
Gary S on April 2025
Exquisite Generations of Landscape (EGOL) is a family-operated enterprise dedicated to comprehensive irrigation solutions, including design, installation, and advanced smart systems. Beyond irrigation, EGOL provides a wide range of landscaping services such as sodding, grass maintenance, and the creation of plant and vegetable beds, up to complete landscape renovations. Leveraging the extensive experience of its founders, Leonso, who brings over 40 years of landscaping expertise, and Miguel Angel, who has 8+ years of experience on golf courses and as a groundskeeper, now serving as a full-time irrigation technician at Stanford University, EGOL delivers top-notch landscaping and irrigation services rooted in generations of knowledge and skill.
"Miguel was fantastic. Super responsive and professional. He explained the pricing and the fixes. He was on time. Really nice guy and very hard, fast working."
SUSANNE M on July 2024
Exquisite Generations of Landscape (EGOL) is a family-operated enterprise dedicated to comprehensive irrigation solutions, including design, installation, and advanced smart systems. Beyond irrigation, EGOL provides a wide range of landscaping services such as sodding, grass maintenance, and the creation of plant and vegetable beds, up to complete landscape renovations. Leveraging the extensive experience of its founders, Leonso, who brings over 40 years of landscaping expertise, and Miguel Angel, who has 8+ years of experience on golf courses and as a groundskeeper, now serving as a full-time irrigation technician at Stanford University, EGOL delivers top-notch landscaping and irrigation services rooted in generations of knowledge and skill.
"Miguel was fantastic. Super responsive and professional. He explained the pricing and the fixes. He was on time. Really nice guy and very hard, fast working."
SUSANNE M on July 2024
We are locally owned and operated, and serving the Bay Area. Our focus is residential air conditioning, heating, Installation of HVAC systems and full-service plumbing. We love working with homeowners and helping to take care of their precious homes. We also keep busy doing light commercial service. Serving California since 1954, financing options available, We don't charge extra for Saturday service calls.
"Called this company for their $77 dollar, which they advertised with a flyer, for a tune-up and cleaning for my heating system. They are a Hayward company and I was told that our Castro Valley home was not in their service area. I bet if I called to buy a new heater they would be out in a day."
Gregory O on March 2023
We are locally owned and operated, and serving the Bay Area. Our focus is residential air conditioning, heating, Installation of HVAC systems and full-service plumbing. We love working with homeowners and helping to take care of their precious homes. We also keep busy doing light commercial service. Serving California since 1954, financing options available, We don't charge extra for Saturday service calls.
"Called this company for their $77 dollar, which they advertised with a flyer, for a tune-up and cleaning for my heating system. They are a Hayward company and I was told that our Castro Valley home was not in their service area. I bet if I called to buy a new heater they would be out in a day."
Gregory O on March 2023
FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in San Mateo, 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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