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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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"Sammy performed annual maintenance on my two mini split air conditioning and heating units. He also installed surge protectors on each unit. He is professional and courteous. I highly recommend Air Pros of S.A."
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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

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In business since 2013

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"Chris & Sam were an amazing team. They were right on time and got the work done very quickly and efficiently. They went the extra mile to answer our many questions and trained us on using our thermostats. They answered our inquiries re options on future expansion of our system. They made sure we knew how to properly use our system to optimize its capabilities. We are seniors, and not techies at all. They explained our 3-zone system to us in terms we could understand and even installed an app on our phones to remotely control our thermostats. Chris was so patient with us. What a great experience."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
La Verde Air
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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Here at La Vedre A/C Heating & Refrigeration, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We offer financing on repairs and equipment replacement. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Recommended by97%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

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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

"I like the water filter they gave me. I can get the water straight from the tap. They gave me a free installation because I am an Angie's List member. All the salt is removed from my water. They told me if I referred anyone to them they would give me $500 credit. My skin feels better and all my food and coffee I make with my water taste better. Installing a salt filter is not as good because you end up loosing 300 gallons of water a month. One time I called to tell them my filter was leaking and they found everything was running and they didn't charge me."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Action Roofing & Remodeling
4.8(
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I would recommend using Action Roofing and Remodeling. I had my roof replaced and the entire process was very well coordinated and work was completed as per contract . Supervisor was quick to respond to my questions and remedy my concerns."
Recommended by94%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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Air Care Today
4.6(
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Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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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 by89%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

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Emergency services offered

"They did a great job. We were concerned since we live out of state and needed to replace the furnace. They were really knowledgable and worked with us as this is a rental property. They were super efficient and we are happy with the work they did for us.
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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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