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Avatar for DNA Heating & Cooling, Inc.
DNA Heating & Cooling, Inc.
4.8(
57
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Andrew was very prompt in coming to our home and giving us an estimate. His crew was out the next day to repair our cooler. His team cleaned up after themselves. Great job DNA Heating & Cooling!"
New Blown in insulation
New R-30 blown in insulation
Recessed Light cover
Foam Gun
Sealed Plumbing attic penetrations

+26

Response time5 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Just Be Cool Supply, LLC
5.0(
38
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Just Be Cool LLC this morning since they're the one who popped up promptly.They came to my house earlier than scheduled. Joel and Dion gave me their assessment and pricing to which I agreed.Started working right away to change the contactor and also the fan updating me and my son about what needs changing and how much.I can see the expertise and the transparency that I felt confident that the job was done right and at the right price.Thanks Joel and Dion for saving our summer.Well recommended to whoever need AC repair in this brutal summer that we're in.They are literally are life savers."
New installation
New installation
HVAC installation
New Ac
New Ac

+11

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Just Be Cool Supply LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed my HVAC system urgently repaired, the technician arrived promptly to resolved the issue. They were professional and knowledgeable and gave me honest recommendations & also was very helpful. Highly recommend! Thank you!"
Heating & A/C Project
Heating and air
5 ton split system
Heating & A/C Project
Heating and air

+23

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Southland Heating and Air Conditioning
4.7(
159
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian came over to give us an estimate. He’s very friendly and polite, easy to work with. Answered all our questions and gave his recommendation without being pushy. Later we spoke with the owner, Dave, on the phone, who accommodated all our needs, gave us a great deal and upgraded our system with a medical grade filter at no extra cost. Pedro and his crew did the installation within a day. They were on time, worked fast, were super courteous, and cleaned everything up at the end. All in all everyone was very efficient. I was very pleased with their job and would hire them again without hesitation."
This is the outdoor unit that offers 17 SEER Hyper efficiency and super quiet operation of 54db's compared to 80 plus on older units
notice the low profile, this is about 14 inch wide instead of the traditional 36 wide.
This replaces your old gas heater
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+37

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MightyServ
4.7(
385
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1963

Credit card accepted

"Everything is basically OK. Allen let me know that the controller board, while functioning, was showing signs of wear. There is also some noise indicating that the fan motor will need to be replaced at some point. Allen didn't try to sell me on replacing them immediately, and gave me a good idea of what to expect when it would need replacing."
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heating and A/C
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Mirsky Heating & Air Conditioning
4.9(
134
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used Darrow before for our unit and the condo association and were extremely satisfied. We called him again when our heating unit stopped working. We called on a Friday afternoon and we asked if he could come out the next day or Monday and he insisted that we not wait (since we were having a cold spell) and came out the next day and worked around our schedule. He's friendly, knowledgeable and his price is always fair and reasonable (and he didn't charge extra for a weekend). He also diagnosed the problem right away and didn't try to sell us things we didn't need. He also noticed on the roof a problem with our neighbor's unit and he replaced the cover to a water spout so they wouldn't get water leaking in (and did it at no charge). We're always apprehensive any time we have to hire someone for repairs, but Darrow has proved himself to be our go-to person for heating (and air conditioning should we need that). He has a great work ethic and cares about his customers."
CEO & INSTALLER
CRANE
Rheem Puron System
Crane placing unit
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+15

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Breezeway Air Duct Cleaning
4.7(
197
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service went very well. We had them replace the duct to suit our needs better. There were no additional fees for the service. The technician was proactive and I appreciated his feedback. Scheduling was very easy."
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Brandon D. Beattie, Owner - Breezeway Air Duct Cleaning
Camie Lee, Office Manager - Breezeway Air Duct Cleaning

+11

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Temp Air System, Inc.
4.8(
41
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was very clean and professional. They really over delivered. They were polite and courteous. They were very careful with equipment and made sure not to bang any doors or walls."
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+13

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Santa Monica, 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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