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Avatar for Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.4(
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Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Can not imagine a better response, starting with my call for assistance, response time and how the technician, Tad methodically diagnosed the problem. We have an obscure kitchen fixture that required service in Feb 2019. Under warranty the problem was easily diagnosed by me, a problem possibly caused by me and a replacement part sent and installed by Albert Nahman team. Problem: I broke the faucet cartridge. Current Problem: restricted hot water flow in this kitchen sink only. Turns out the new cartridge part is now malfunctioning. I called and Tad arrived taking a step by step approach ruling out possible causes: a clog here or there, build up of sediment, or blockage in the lines or cartridge. The company that sells the product got on the phone with Tad and they collaborated on the problem and the tech person gave Tad one more thing to try. After the collaboration it is agreed, problem persisted and therefore that new cartridge part is now malfunctioning and will be shipped free of charge in two days. Thanks to all, who made this possible and I trust we will have Tad here again soon to finalize this fix. BTW, cost of service was less than expected given going rates for such a call lasting in excess of one hour. Another comment, spending time with Tad during the repair was a pleasure to have him explain, collaborate, listen and just chat. Questions on who to call next time, no question who I will call next time. I have read criticism of costs: In the Berkeley area "How much does it cost to hire a plumber? Some plumbers have a minimum fee for a service call. They might charge anywhere from $175-250 to come out and give you a consultation. Plumbers may give you a general service rate of $128-148 per hour when there are a lot of unknowns about a project and they aren't sure how long it will take. Some charge a flat rate for their plumbing services. For example, you may get charged $175 for a sink or drain cleaning, while toilet installation costs $500." Today costs are upfront, same as charges in Feb, $69 to arrive and assess the problem. Here in excess of one hour for $129 minus $25 coupon, total charge $173. I am ok and I expected these costs. If I was in Philly, where I grew up, I could call an uncle or cousin and get a better rate, a family rate. This is going rate for our area."
Living room Mini-Split
Aquasana home Filtration
Almost no disturbance at EBMUD meter
Navien with filtration to protect the heat exchanger
New house valve and Pressure Reducing Valve

+73

Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
S A Heating & Cooling
New to Angi

Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hi, I’m Saul, owner of a local HVAC company serving homeowners across the Bay Area.\n\nWe specialize in AC installation, furnace replacement, ductwork, thermostats, and fast, reliable repairs. Whether your system stopped working, needs an upgrade, or you’re looking to improve efficiency, we provide clear options and honest recommendations.\n\n✔ Upfront, transparent pricing \n✔ Clean, professional installations \n✔ Fast response times \n✔ High-efficiency systems (including Gree R-32) \n✔ Help with rebates and energy savings \n\nOur goal is simple: do the job right the first time and make the process easy for you.\n\nIf you're having issues with your heating or cooling system, send a message and tell me what’s going on—I’ll help you figure out the best solution.\n\nAre you looking for a repair, replacement, or just an estimate?

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bell Brothers Plumbing Heating & Air
4.6(
401
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Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1954

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"ABC Heating & Cooling does it again!...We spent the 1st summer in our newly renovated home miserable fron the great! So we decided before summer of 2020 rolls around we'd have seen air conditioning unit installed. Well it was a no brainer for us to reach out to ABC once again, since they had done such a great drop undertaking a heater in our rental property. Once again they came through and delivered great, professional service! They were on time, respectful of our home and patient while explaining how to use the unit. Big THANKS to Joaquin, Antonio and Ben for the great installation! Can't leave Jeff C. out for his salesmanship, expedited efficiency and competitive pricing to get the job done!! Look no further than ABC for all of your Heating and Cooling needs!!"
AIR CONDITIONING REPAIR
The AC repair company in Sacramento and the East Bay who gets it done right the first time.

When you need an air conditioning repair, you deserve on-time service, upfront pricing, and friendly technicians that you’re comfortable having in your home. At Bell Brothers, we’ve been doing exactly that for 30 years.
There comes a time in the life of any furnace and heating system when continuing to repair and maintain it is no longer cost effective.

We can install a new, more energy-efficient heating system that keeps you comfortable and saves on energy costs. You’ll love the guarantees we give with every furnace installation, including:

Installation Workmanship Guarantee
‘No Lemon’ Guarantee
Guaranteed Upfront Quotes
AIR CONDITIONING REPLACEMENT
When you need a new air conditioning system, it’s not the time for guessing if you’re getting the best replacement experience. You need to know FOR SURE.
WATER HEATER REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
No hot water in your home? Is there leaking, dripping, or staining around your water heater? Don’t panic. But don’t wait either. Call Bell Brothers, Sacramento and the East Bay’s top-rated water heater repair & replacement company.
Air Conditioning Service, Repair, & Installation With REAL Guarantees & NO Surprises. 
We have 9 guarantees, and all of them are in writing. This kind of protection is true peace of mind:

Homeowners love our No Surprise Guarantee: the price we quote is the price you pay. You’ll never have to be worried about being shocked by the final invoice. We have other great guarantees, too:

+5

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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HVAC Utor Services
5.0(
31
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Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called the number and Diego's wife/receptionist was very helpful and told me she would contact Diego to see how soon he could come check my unit. She followed up with me a few times that day and told me he would be out early Saturday morning. Sure enough abt 9:30am Saturday he showed up and was very friendly and professional. He was quickly able to determine the problem (blown compressor) and within about 30mins had it replaced and my unit was fixed. He was a life saver, because for the next 6 days we hit 100+ temperatures including one day of 108. I definitely recommend HVAC Utor services to anyone needing repairs or replacement, they are very prompt and have genuine concern for helping you."
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+24

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Green Apple Duct Cleaning
Green Apple Duct Cleaning
5.0(
18
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Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great! Tony called in advance & was very prompt. Personable and professional, he quickly hooked up his equipment and let the machines do their work, which took about 30 minutes for our 1400 SF house. He took photos of the intake duct so we could see their condition. I will be scheduling a manual deep cleaning of the whole system next!"
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+18

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Legacy Plumbing And Heating
5.0(
19
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Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Never in 20 years, living in this house, have I ever had a plumber travel from Monterey, CA, to do plumbing work on a house in Gonzales, CA. I was amazed that any plumber would come to Gonzales, CA, after 20 years of repeated negative experiences. Repaired the kitchen sink faucet. Replaced two (2) outdoor faucets. Recycled the water conditioner. Serviced the heating furnace. All work completed in a most excellent fashion. The plumber was very pleasant to work with. He was terrific."
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+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Attic Masters insulation Services
4.8(
111
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Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We moved to our home few months ago and had to replace the HVAC system. The AC Company had to go inside the attic and they noticed a problem with the insulation there. We asked around some friends and family members and we came across Attic Masters. From the other 3 companies that we spoke and met with, Adam was the most polite, friendly and knowledgeable. Their price was also cheaper than the rest so we scheduled them to come and do the job. Our referral was absolutely correct! They were an amazing crew! They didn't just replace the insulation. The last owners of the home had rats problem in the attic which caused a bigger problem than we thought and we had to secure not only the house but also the insulation. Adam's crew took all the old and bad insulation out from the attic and house in a very careful way (inside bags). They sanitized the entire attic and then rat proofed it with special mesh wiring to make sure we would never have this problem again. After this was completed, they laid the new insulation in and even insulated the walls of the attic. I HIGHLY recommend Attic Masters to anyone looking to remove and install insulation."
HVAC Duct Replacement
Insulation Installation & Attic Cleaning
Air Sealing & Rodent Proofing
New Construction
Vapor Barrier Install

+204

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Ferrell first connected his computer to my computer via internet and worked for quite a few hours trying to determine what exactly was wrong. The next day he continued working from his computer for several hours. He determined he would have to have my desktop tower to complete the repair. He and my son met in Huntsville to exchange the tower. He then cleaned up a lot of what was wrong and reloaded Windows 10. He deleted the D: drive which had way too much memory allotted to it. The tower was returned and I plugged it all back together and it is working better than it did when I first purchased it. I would use him again and I recommend him highly to anyone needing computer updating and/or repair. His work is warrantied and he is very personable, knowledgeable, and helpful."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Finally an honest Solar company!! I went through several companies trying to get quotes for one of my properties, either they were ridiculously expensive or they didn't return my calls. A friend of mine referred me to Mega Sun and I have to say I am very pleased. Within a couple days from the initial phone call I already had an estimate and once i decided to go with them the installation was completed in one week. Its been a little over a month since they completed the install and everything is working smoothly.

I was amazed at just how great the customer service was. I just want to say thank you to the whole team who helped out, I really appreciate all your hard work. Now I know you guys are the ones to call for all future jobs."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Landmark Energy Upgrades
4.8(
59
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Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Landmark construction energy crew.  We live in a waterfront home and we have had several drafty & leaky windows, some of them single glass and the rest are double glass, (18 windows). And a lot of them were odd shapes, not just rectangles and squares.  Five of the windows had to be new construction (not just replacement) to bring them up to work.  We called Landmark construction energy crew and Ezra and Charlie came over to our house and gave us an estimate for the complete work.  Both of them were very informative, honest and made us feel relaxed and confident about this work and about hiring them for that.  Ezra assured us that this was a big job and that it will take close to 3 weeks to complete the replacement of them, but they could do it.  And they did.  Overall it took them about a month to order and manufacture all the windows.  The installation crew, including Jason, Jose, and Roberto, did a beautiful job.  It took five days, but the house was always left clean after the work day was done.  The installation was beautifully done.  What a pleasant experience.  And we love our new windows.
Thank you, Landmark construction energy crew.  We will recommend you to everyone."
Cool Roof Install
Energy Upgrade
HVAC Air Duct
Home Energy Audit
Energy Upgrade Contractors

+6

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in San Bruno, 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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