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Avatar for Aace's Heating Air Conditioning & Swamp Coolers
Aace's Heating Air Conditioning & Swamp Coolers
4.5(
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Sun City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Prior to me selecting Aaceâ s heating air conditioning &swamp cooler, I interview (3) other well know AC/heating company and as most knows the â deceptionâ is real! After the initial consultations with one of the companies ( (name I wonâ t disclose)I was almost in tears about how many of their technicians were out of work and that I would help put food on their table...... I reluctantly agreed and signed the contract. After further thoughts I said to myself â he got me and immediately cancelled!! Aaceâ s heating AC & Swamp cooler they were sooo amazing and I was overjoyed with happiness! Integrity, respect, excellence, and team work they exhibited wellð ð ! I'm very picky and hard too please. I had NO option but to give frank and his team the well deserved compliments they rightfully earned!!!! Without a doubt I would recommend them to my family and friends. I forgot to mention they were very clean and took all the trash away even some of mines ð ð !!!! This review is documented from a real customer and NO one asked/ suggested I write anything. Happy customer ð ð ð !!!!"
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+133

Response time4 hrs
Response rate92%
129 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blair Heating & Air
4.9(
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Sun City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was very good. They were very responsive. Since we were having service done at an unit away from where we live and which we rent, it was important for them to be on time. They were very good about that. Often times when you have a service call, they give you like a three or four hour window. So they were very responsive. I told them that's what I needed, otherwise I would use somebody else and they did that. The service technician was very professional."
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Response time11 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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AIRTIGHT AIR INC
4.9(
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Sun City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our old system broke down during the hottest week. Temps were close to 100 degrees. Called AirTight Air. Ryan was there the next morning. He reviewed the options and installed best equipment at reasonable price. Great job. Great service. Great people. Call them."
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Response time5 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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HD MECHANICAL INC
5.0(
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Sun City, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"HD Mechanical did an excellent job. After trying to fix my water heater, the tech offered me two solutions, the first to repair the old unit and the second to replace it. I chose to replace the unit because it was 20 years old. He was able to return in two days and spend many hours at my home. The tech was courteous, professional, explained everything and made sure everything was working properly before he left."
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+14

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
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One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
5.0(
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Sun City, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, our main goal is to provide each customer with honest work and an excellent experience. Our experienced and skilled technicians design, install, service, and repair HVAC systems in strict accordance with the highest industry standards.\n\nWe respect you, your time, and the trust you place in us to keep your home comfortable. We proudly back our heating and A/C services with a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee for two years.\n\nWe are always on time, guaranteed.

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Get Air HVAC Solutions
New to Angi
Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Sun City, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Get Air HVAC Solutions is a locally owned and operated HVAC company serving Encinitas and North County San Diego. As a local who grew up in the area, I take pride in providing honest recommendations, clean installations, and quality workmanship you can trust. We specialize in A/C installations, system replacements, ductwork, and energy-efficient upgrades. Our goal is simple, deliver reliable comfort at competitive prices without cutting corners. When you hire Get Air HVAC Solutions, you’re supporting a local business that stands behind its work.

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Magnolia Heating & Cooling Inc
4.7(
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Sun City, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1951

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brayan arrived when promised. He was very professional and explained what he was doing and why. He was a pleasure to work with. We definitely recommend Magnolia Air to anyone needing a new HVAC system or just to have service on their existing unit."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Water Heaters Only, Inc
4.7(
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Swamp Cooler - Install or Replace

Serving Sun City, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Setting up the appointment was easy. They offered to come out the next day but I needed to wait until Friday, my day off. Mike showed up on time. Did a good professional job removing and installing a new 50 gallon water heater. Mike also tested my water pressure and noted it was too high. For an agreed upon small additional charge he replaced my pressure regulator and a shut off valve."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Sun City, 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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