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Avatar for DNA Heating & Cooling, Inc.
DNA Heating & Cooling, Inc.
4.8(
57
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Serving Thousand Oaks, 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
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning
5.0(
11
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Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great customer service. Worked to find the part needed quickly and was able to come install the following day! We had been without heat for 5 days and Mike was a lifesaver getting us the part and coming out to install. His communication with us was superb. Would hire him again!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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AC Dave Heating & Air
4.9(
93
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Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Their technician, Justin came out and assessed the situation, quickly discovering the true source of the problem: the wire bundle that connects the system with the thermostat on the wall and been chewed through by rodents apparently, and this was causing the system to quit. He offered to replace the wiring and do a service on the roof mounted AC condenser unit, which we agreed to. Total cost was a fraction of what we had paid the previous company to not even discover or fix! We would wholeheartedly recommend the services of this excellent company."
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+6

Response time7 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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The Right Choice Heating & Air
4.3(
169
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Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They sent me a guy who was probably did plumbing for ten or fifteen years. Heating and Air conditioning, he did about three years. I had the heating and air conditioner for twenty years, and also bought this unit. The price is really high for an air conditioner. $12,500 if you want it down right. $4000 in the attic. It was $16500 investment. He didn't have what I wanted to hear. The gauges to calibrate anything. Nothing needs calibrating and told him the problem with the thermostat, and since he left he just turned it way down, I am trying to get eighty degrees, and keep it normal temperature. He is trying to get seventy eight, seventy five. Certainly its going to pump a little more colder. He didn't give us a reason why that thermostat isn't working right in the afternoon. He didn't have that answer, or the reason that you could adjust it. Can you adjust that? He had no idea of any adjustments of the thermostat. I didn't ask. I wanted to keep it all the same. I don't know, he didn't had the experience in heating and air, but he had the experience in plumbing. He didn't, and what he wanted for $85, its steep for me, when I just paid $16500, and for the attic ventilation system. I thought he would say $50 or $60. I paid him, and I went to Right Choice to do everything, complimentary. Something to help us out. I didn't ask them, but I would hope they would offer. He wasn't knowledgeable, and didn't know the answer. He wanted a $1000, it takes care of maintenance. Like he just came to the house. That is what he wanted to sell me. I gave him an soda pop, and wanted to see what he wanted to sell me.They sent an really knowledgeable installer. The parts are all knew. I would think they would have followed up, but nothing. Maybe that isn't a lot of money. I wrote a $12,250 check to them. Its a lot of money. I would want them to come out and make the air flows correct."
AC Pro Heat Pump Installation
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+56

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Just Be Cool Supply LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Thousand Oaks, 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

+22

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Cityflow Heating and Air Conditioning
5.0(
13
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Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mark responded to us very quickly. He got our job done very quickly and very efficiently. He is extremely professional and very honest. Our system is well over 20 years old and he could have very easily told us it needed to be replaced. Instead, he recognized the problem immediately and replaced the parts that were causing the problem. His prices are extremely fair and he does a great job. Iâ m sitting here enjoying my wonderfully air-conditioned living room as I type."
14 seer condenser with new electrical
Full system installation
Fiberglass duct
Fiberglass duct
Fiberglass duct

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Southland Heating and Air Conditioning
4.7(
159
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Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Southland gave us the best quotes for our Heat/AC unit replace. They also told us about rebates from Los Angeles (other businesses we contacted did not mention this). Their crew were professional and worked hard. We especially appreciate the care of Nick and Elbert from Southland. The unit went up in a day and looks great (and works very well, too). We are grateful to Southland for the good experience and excellent customer service. Thank you!"
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%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Transform Home Improvements (formerly Sears)
2.4(
570
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Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We purchased a heat pump. The sales rep was professional and very knowledgeable. He didn’t try to sell us more than we needed as others did. Sears worked with us on fast installation. The install process could have been neater, but we are picky. The heat pump is wonderful and we’re very happy with it."
Central AC Install
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Thousand Oaks, 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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