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BRIGGS HEATING & COOLING
4.5(
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Briggs Heating & Air - The Heating and Cooling Company. Offering service to residential and commercial customers for heating, cooling and venting. Preventative Maintenance, one time servicing , repair and replacement.

Response time12 hrs
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
F.H Furr Fredericksburg
New to Angi

Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Three qualities all of our people have that make us Northern Virginia, D.C. & Maryland’s #1 Home Service Provider. That’s the F.H. Furr Difference.\n\nF.H. Furr is D.C., Maryland & Northern Virginia’s premier plumber, HVAC contractor and electrician. F.H. Furr is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau and has consistently been voted Best of Prince William County for HVAC, Plumbing and electrical.

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Total Comfort Heating, Air & Plumbing
4.7(
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Contacted Total Comfort as soon as we realized our unit had stopped blowing cold. Unfortunately it was in the evening and after hours (isn't that always the way). Received a call back from an on-call technician within just a few minutes. I explained what was going on and he was more than willing to jump in is truck and head over but was very straight forward and explained that he could diagnose but there was always a possibility he may not have the parts needed that night. I hadn't considered that and was appreciative of his candor. Thunder storm rolling (thankfully) so I knew the temps were going to drop for the evening and told the tech I'd push the service call until the next day. He asked that I contact the office first thing to get on the schedule. Next morning I received a call from Total Comfort before I could call them and they scheduled a tech to come out between 1pm and 4pm that afternoon. A little before 1pm, the tech "Alex R" called to let us know he was on his way. Yes, that's correct. They set a service window between 1pm and 4pm and they actually showed up at the beginning of the quoted service window not and hour or two after it (which seems more the norm for service contractors). Skipping ahead to the most important part... Alex was awesome. Not just punctual but extremely polite, knowledgeable and efficient. He diagnosed the problem, offered the solution, answered our questions, asked for authorization before proceeding and didn't try to up-sell. That's the support a homeowner expects. Thanks Alex and Total Comfort."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Clover Services
4.6(
1,086
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted 3 companies and Clover was the only company that contacted me within 24 hours. The set up and service was excellent, Lizzie was wonderful and Jess (installer) was professional, a problem solver and very tidy. It was a lot of work and he did a great, cost $2280. Included the cost of the new heater and removal of the old heater. I would definitely recommend them to others"
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Merryman’s Heating&Cooling
4.9(
33
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Emergency services offered

"I have used Ricky Merryman 4 times over the past three years to replace my hot water heater, air conditioner, blower and gas furnace. Every time he was very responsive, very honest in his appraisals and affordable. Him and his family are wonderful to work with and very professional. He is extremely trustworthy and I would HIGHLY recommend him for any of your heating and cooling needs.
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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McCarthy Services
4.2(
1,140
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"McCarthy was one of several contractors I got bids from for replacing my 20 year old system. I knew what features I was looking for and wanted to qualify for rebates and needed the equipment to meet those qualifications. Chris came out and was very professional, listened to me, and sat down and left me with a quote. Most companies left saying they would email me an estimate and never did, even after following up with them requesting a quote. The three choices he left me with all met the requirements I wanted and he made sure to answer my questions. He followed up with me two days later to see if I had any other questions about my quote, he worked with me to make sure I got what I wanted and was patient while I got my other quotes to make my decision. Overall, I never felt pressured to buy and felt that the customer service provided was excellent. Once we decided to go with McCarthy the installation was a breeze and even got done earlier than expected. The crew was professional and kept me informed of what they were doing to make sure that everything was the way I wanted. If they had something to tell me they called me if I was out of the house, I had to take my car into the shop, so was not home for part of the day. I had them install an extra supply and return and the installers made sure it was where I wanted and not going to interfere with the way I used the space. Having the unit installed now for a few days I have to say the house is a lot more comfortable and I am enjoying not having to worry that my unit won't make it through the coldest part of the winter. I would recommend them to anyone else who needs an HVAC replacement."
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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ARS / Rescue Rooter Manassas
4.4(
718
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1947

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"When they came to install the furnace and Central Air Conditioning (CAC), the attic fan having been installed earlier in the morning by a different division, it went fairly smoothly and professionally. At one point I was asked if I had something like a 2 X 4 piece of wood (which they used as a base for a condensation pump), which I did have. I wondered what they would have done if I didn't have it. I also had to ask the workman to cut the drain pipe, going to the pump, shorter. If I hadn't I never would have been able to remove the drain pipe when it was time to clean it. I felt that they should have been smart enough to figure out the correct length, without me noting it. I just found out this past week, after failing county inspection, that they had neglected to check the fuse box to ensure compatibility between the breaker switch and the outside CAC unit. I was over fused, meaning my breaker was significantly higher capacity than required, so it has to be replaced. But to their credit once I notified them they promptly arranged for one of their techs to come out and replace it (he should be here in the morning). Also, it took nearly a month after the equipment was installed before the county came by to do an inspection. That was due, in part, to the person there who handles permitting, being out sick a week with the flu. I don't blame someone for being sick but don't they have someone else who can do that work when someone falls ill? On the plus side I did tell them, before they began, that when they were done I wanted everything explained to me, in terms of operating the equipment and not just leave me a bunch of manuals, and they did exactly that. Overall, I'd say that they are pretty good; maybe even very good. They are part of a national chain so that means they have a lot of resources they can bring to bear. Admittedly, I'm still a bit peeved about nobody getting back to me for a month after the initial estimate so I could even see myself that they are excellent, but I'll need for more time to go by before I can say that. The only thing they are not good at is getting back to you promptly. Whether that is because they overwork their customer service representatives (and the one I dealt with was very nice in person) or just don't care I'm not sure. Sometimes they don't get back to you at all. Admittedly, that might bother me more than others. I will say this. I've lived in this house for over twenty years and now, for the first time, I am truly comfortable here. I should have had the furnace and AC replaced many years ago. Insofar as comfort is concerned everything is great so on that score they did a great job, and given the age of the home and the now obsolete layout of ducts and vents that is not the easiest thing in the world to do, so kudos to them on that score. I'd note that is sort of a preliminary review. I'm signed up to their maintenance plan so I may have more to say in a year or so after I've had a couple of visits."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Sunshine Contracting Corporation
4.6(
317
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent in every way. Sunshine assigned a team of three installers who started on a Tuesday, also worked on Saturday, and completed all aspects of the installation by the following Wednesday. The quality of the work, including installation, responding to any questions we had along the way, and cleaning up the work areas at the end of each day helped make for an efficient and well -done project. The lead installer also replaced a front screen door on the final day of the project. In addition, the estimating process for the project was clear and easy to understand."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Davis Plumbing & Heating Inc
4.4(
56
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Garbage disposal replacement. Price was right and better than larger businesses. Came very promptly. Very friendly and professional. Provided excellent guidance on the disposal. No upsell effort, just care for the customer. Highly recommended."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Pope's Air Conditioning & Heating
4.8(
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Long store short - Danny saved us a ton of money in just one trip out. We had been told we needed to either replace our compressor or our entire A/C system. Danny came out to give a second opinion and provide another estimate for the system replacement, but he spent some time working on the unit and it has been running great ever since. I'm sure it won't be a long-term solution, but it was a huge relief a month after we moved in."
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Stafford, VA

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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