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Greenwood Heating and Home Services
4.6(
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1921

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Worked with Greenwood Heating and Air on a furnace replacement and only have excellent things to say about the company and team. Customer service, pricing, timeliness, thoroughness, and friendliness were top notch. Contacted them initially for an inspection of our 28-year old furnace. The technician Frej was prompt, thorough, and courteous, explaining in detail the issues we might face with this still working but old units. Based on the findings we reached out for a quote on a system replacement. Lori took diligent care in listening to our concerns and hopes for a new system, recommending systems that might work for our household. She was always available for follow-up questions, providing answers that really helped us decide on getting a new system (Trane XC80 furnace with air scrubber) via Greenwood H+A. Prices were fair, on par with expectations and quotes from other businesses. On the day of the install, the team at Greenwood H+A, including Jake, Jordan, and Jason were very flexible, coordinating with the roofing company we had hired to take down our chimney and replace with a vent, to get the project moving on time. They were all very communicative, which we appreciated, and gave us regular updates on the progress. They finished what seemed like a big job within the day, despite the install occurring in our cramped crawl space. Our house is now toasty warm again with a great new furnace and all the bells and whistles. Would definitely recommend them for similar job, including for custom requirements as was our case with the roof. Thanks!"
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Greenwood Plumbing
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AAA Heating & Air Conditioning
4.9(
211
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project was finished politely,professionally, and quickly. I needed an important new part which was taken care of without any fuss. Will hire vendor again and would recommend them to others."
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Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Evergreen Home Heating & Energy
4.5(
93
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I wanted to pass on my experience with Evergreen who went the extra mile after my Mitsubishi slim AC started leaking water before the hot summer months. I had called a Kirkland company who came out diagnosed the issue and charged me an exorbitant amount. However after I informed them it was registered and parts were under warranty they dropped me like a hot potato and never called back. On the other hand Victoria at Evergreen called me regularly to update on the warranty and parts and scheduled a full day repair with Jesse, an excellent technician. He used appropriate PPE, educated me about the problem, even provided less expensive options, and finally completed the long arduous process of replacing parts and recharging the refrigerant all for a reasonable amount. Voila AC again! I would highly recommend this company - to do your job efficiently and technically correct, without overcharging or trying to upscale you. Peace of mind is priceless. RobinM"
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Air Masters Inc
4.7(
165
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Replacement of Heating System and Install New Air Conditioning/ Heat Pump. We are very happy with the workers and their professionalism. and courtesy."
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Another Happy Air Masters Heating and Cooling Client with their new Lennox Heat Pump System
Another Happy Air Masters Heating and Cooling Client with their new Lennox Heat Pump System
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Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Day & Nite Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.4(
202
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1954

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Rob came out to review our existing system and helped us figure out what kind and brand of heat pump would work best with our system. He was very patient and informative, and answered all our questions without any pressure or up-sells (we had quotes from five providers). We signed the contract and payed our deposit in June 2021, but unfortunately global supply chain issues delayed the parts being received. Day & Nite were communicative of the issue and offered several alternatives, including a refund of the deposit. We opted to wait for the parts. It took four months, but the techs (lead by Jeff B) were fantastic and very accommodating in how we wanted piping and wiring routed. We are very pleased with how it's turned out and loved working with a local (and family owned!) company! Our gas water heater is due for replacement soon, and we'll be coming back to Day & Nite for that!"
Outdoor Ductless Unit
Indoor Ductless Unit
Outdoor Ductless lineset and Unit
Pump System
Response time2 days
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Airpros Energy
4.8(
80
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark's guys went above and beyond to replace my old furnace with a high efficiency model from Lennox, and upgrade my old electronic water heater to a gas water heater. It's done on time and passed inspection. We highly recommend their services."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Seattle, WA

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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