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Avatar for Aire Serv of Campbell & Saratoga
Aire Serv of Campbell & Saratoga
4.9(
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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."
Recommended by57%of homeowners
S A Heating & Cooling
New to Angi

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hi, I’m Saul, owner of a local HVAC company serving homeowners across the Bay Area. We 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. ✔ Upfront, transparent pricing ✔ Clean, professional installations ✔ Fast response times ✔ High-efficiency systems (including Gree R-32) ✔ Help with rebates and energy savings Our goal is simple: do the job right the first time and make the process easy for you. If 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. Are you looking for a repair, replacement, or just an estimate?

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Service Champions Heating & Air Conditioning
4.7(
623
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Just had the initial diagnostic visit. I was given terrible news (I'll probably end up getting a new furnace $$$), but the technician Ricky was wonderful. He was extremely polite, professional, and friendly. He did a very thorough inspection and then gave me a very thorough explanation of the problems. This included photos he took on the spot of some internal parts (oil leakage, heavy dust & dirt, stress markings).... at no point did I feel like I couldn't trust what he was telling or showing me. He answered every question I had. He went into the "attic" of my Eichler to check the ductwork (via a 14" hole in the closet ceiling, into space so shallow and tight I have no idea how the ductwork was ever even installed), and came out with photos to show me. The company was easy to work with when I had to change appointments, sent me email and text confirmations of everything, and gave me a day-before reminder of the appointment. I had an 8a- 11a window and received a text at 7:50a letting me know the technician was on his way, with a photo of him included. Perfect, perfect, perfect. The visit was $89 but reduced to $39 because I signed up for the MVP membership: $107 for a year which gets me all kinds of free services plus discounts on everything else. It even includes services on my water heater which they did not install! Additionally, they have some really good guarantees, MVP or not. Before leaving he called the office, explained all he'd found, and handed me the phone to set up an appointment with a "comfort specialist". Ariel (on the phone) was also extremely polite, professional, and friendly. These people are trained right! Or they're hiring very well. So, I will be meeting with someone to discuss repairs vs. replacement options. No repair work has been done yet (although Ricky did do a temporary fix that is allowing me to get some heat), so I can't fully review the company. But thus far I'm 100% pleased. This is probably the best experience I've ever had with any kind of repair technician. I've never used them before and have also never written a review before. The experience was just that good. I'll write another when I've finished with them just to give a full review, but so far perfect!"
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Attic Masters insulation Services
4.9(
97
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work that Attic masters did at my house went well and without any problem. Adam gave me a good price for the replacement of all the insulation at the attic due to so many old problems that i had including some holes that caused small animals to get in. The work that they did took 1 day and the workers came over on time and did the work without any complains or changes of prices. i'm happy with them and i do recommend them."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
116
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service, very fast response to my request for service, picked up laptop, diagnosed issues. Initially thought it was an OS update issue but the hard drive had failed along with other components (including 'CPU). Because other components were involved, a new solid state hard drive was put into a laptop with a working processor - same type CPU as in the failed unit. The laptop was repaired and returned in less than a week. This company picked up and dropped off the laptop (driving from Huntsville, AL (about 60-70 minutes)-- great service in this covid environment. I would recommend this company to my family./friends and will use again."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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AFS Heating & Cooling
4.8(
10
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I Highly recommend them. The owner Steve was extremely professional and they completed the job in one day. I had several quotes and his pricing was excellent. He was also able to install my new furnace within a few days of my decision which was wonderful, since died in December. He also took the time to program my new thermostat."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Star’s Handy Service
4.8(
60
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

"Kevin does outstanding work and has years of experience in many areas of home care and maintenance. He is a competent professional and has a very kind disposition . He is easy to talk to if there are any questions or concerns regarding his service. He also offers practical suggestions on how to get repairs done in a timely manner. I highly recommend Kevin as your go to man."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Santa Cruz, 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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