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Beacon Home Services, Inc.
4.6(
2,060
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Beacon Home Services has provided professional plumbing and electrical services to customers throughout Northern Virginia (PWC, Fairfax County, Loudon County, Alexandria, Arlington County) and Montgomery County, Maryland for 20+ years. Our technicians genuinely care about our customers, which is why we have been the trusted electrical and plumbing services company in the area and have an excellent Google rating and A+ BBB rating. When you have an electrical or plumbing problem, you need it solved quickly for the safety and comfort of you and your family. Our techs have the appropriate licensing or certifications to help with your project. If you are looking for local Plumbing & Electrical experts -- we're here to help!

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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BRIGGS HEATING & COOLING
4.5(
15
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

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 time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Total Comfort Heating, Air & Plumbing
4.7(
121
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

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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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

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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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

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
4.1(
1,141
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

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(
719
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1947

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Very well. Lee Strayer of ARS sold us the system being replaced and it was a good experience so we used Lee again. He walked us through the available options and fully answered our questions which made the decision easier. He also worked to take advantage of manufacturer discounts and to arrange the installation. The day of the installation was pouring rain but the team worked around that without complaint or mess to our home and were finished by mid-afternoon."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Sunshine Contracting Corporation
4.6(
317
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

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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+25

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Davis Plumbing & Heating Inc
4.4(
56
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

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(
798
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The comfort specialist (Tim) was professional and knowledgeable. He came well prepared to explain the choices and options available, measured our old system and made suggestions. He showed us a brochure with pictures of the various systems, etc. He answered our questions which we really appreciated since we have never purchased a system before. He even came out a second time to answer other questions so we could make up our minds. Some company's comfort specialists measured, gave us limited information and then gave us links to websites to make our choices. We found that confusing. The installers were professionals and well prepared. They did have to come back another day to install the humidifier. The installation of the filter proved to be somewhat of a challenge, special ordering it, getting the right equipment and having it installed. All is in now and we are happy with the system and have been warm and cozy during these frigid days/nights. Pope was recommended to us by a friend and her recommendation proved to be accurate. We would hire them again."
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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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