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A Breath Of Fresh Aire
4.7(
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Serving San Antonio, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken came out originally to do some duct cleaning but noticed that a lot of our supply and returns weren’t sealed properly with mastic (he showed us the areas that needed work). He came back out and sealed all the ducts, installed an air purifier and cleaned and sanitized all the ductwork. He was polite, knowledgeable, professional and hard working. Definitely recommend his services."
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+16

Response time10 hrs
Response rate87%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
West Coast Cold Air
5.0(
27
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Serving San Antonio, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted several a/c places where I had failed attempts of service and loss of money, I eventually ran across West Coast Air and the guy was very professional and prompt with his service. I must say I've had service done plenty of times and my a/c just never blew good enough or it just felt like I had no a/c air at all. He literally was here for 30 mins and the changes to my a/c have been very noticeable for one you can actually feel the cold air unlike other services I have received. I will most definitely be recommending him to my family and friends in the future for services including returning to do mine *this is my second review* not sure if my first one posted not the best at computers."
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+15

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Air Masters of Tampa Bay Inc
4.3(
298
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Serving San Antonio, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service provided by the technician CJ. He arrived early, did a walk-around inspection before beginning installing a new air conditioning unit. CJ was very professional and polite with excellent service. I really appreciated CJ's hard work! Thank you Air Master's of Tampa Bay!"
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+4

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Everyday Air Conditioning
4.7(
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Serving San Antonio, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They came out promptly to see what might be wrong and ended up replacing the unit. They completed project quickly and were very accommodating to work around an appointment I already had scheduled"
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in San Antonio, FL

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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