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Carini Home Services
4.7(
381
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Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From initial visit to final installation and follow-up, work was professional in all respects and met and exceeded all expectations! Would definitely contract with this company when it becomes necessary to replace our air conditioning unit!"
Using the sewer camera to inspect the inside of a customer's drains
Camera inspection through a sewer vent on a customer's roof
Hydro jet uses water at 4,000psi to clean the inside of the mainline drain which connects all the home's drains to the city's sewer system.
Using a snake we can go through the cleanouts on the side of the house.
With the cleanouts snaked, and the blockage located, we can send the hydro jet through the sewer vent and flush out the blocked drain.

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Response time2 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Tarpy Plumbing Heating & Air
4.9(
105
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Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tarpy was recommended to me by an electrical contractor I trust. Scott spent the time needed to go over all options for repairing or replacing my old system. I decided to go with a full replacement, and to install new mini-split systems throughout the house. Bowen did a great job working through some tough challenges to work the cleanest install possible. We needed to make a few changes to the install plan along the way and, to his credit, the owner, Broc, stepped up and worked out a fair way to get the job done and done right. Jessica was patient and thorough with the followup paperwork. All in all, a great team, I highly recommend Tarpy, they're an honorable team that delivers on what they promise to do."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Computer had been acting up for a while but I kept putting off getting it fixed.  After reading all the great reviews, I decided to give N.A.T.S. a call.  So glad I did.   Jim was able to resolve all my problems remotely - no drop off or pick up necessary - so convenient!  I feel like I have a brand new computer, it runs so well and FAST too.  I couldn't be happier and wouldn't hesitate to use his services again.  My only regret is that I didn't call him sooner.
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2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent Service from planning through Execution and installation to final fine tuning. The folks communicated well and explained every detail of the step. Got permit and inspection done. It was seamless. Thanks. R."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Landmark Energy Upgrades
4.8(
59
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Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It’s been a while that I wanted to have a company that can come over and check the house for any problems that increased my monthly bills and to fix them at a normal price. I came across this company and I scheduled a meeting with Ezra and Charlie to come over and see/check. Ezra and Charlie checked the house for more than 2 hours and they found out that some of the windows were old and needed to be replaced with new ones. In addition to that, they recommended me to remove the water heater and to install a tankless system that will provide me with hot water only when I need and by having that, my bills will be reduced.The Quote that I got from him was good enough (to my opinion) and I retained them for the job. The work that they did proved to be good one and I see that in my monthly bills. It was a 2 weeks work and I am completely happy with my decision to hire them."
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+6

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Top Service Plumbing Company
4.2(
178
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Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First of all The Plumbers sent out Jesse and Todd to finish the work here, were very Professional and took care in not ruining the tile work of sink and were very good at cleaning up after themselves and was pleased they wore booties coming into the house. Jesse made it a point to get this problem fixed and taken care of promptly while still being very professional and explaining what he was going to do every step of the way. I purchased the deal for $89 for $200 of plumbing work and figured it would be enough. Well not really the old fixtures were very old and rusted, the u joint as well as other parts on the bottom were so old had to be replaced if I wanted new fixtures the initial price was 369 in minus the200, halfway through the project after a lot of work it turns out that the old fixtures were not standard at all and were a lot more narrow in diameter than american standard, so to accommodate I would have to either find the narrow diameter fixture or have a person trained in marble come and open up the hole..I said I would try to find the narrow size, if I couldn't find they could special order narrow size and place them in and I would pay for the fixtures. Ok after multiple days and specialty shops there was no narrow size available. So we went with option B and had the install their own brand Turns out was still to big to fit hole and with no sink I figured why not and had them grind down and take the risk so the new price including the fixtures was $769 including the $200 From deal so total was $969 pretty pricey, I am assuming I am paying 100 per fixture as I am using theirs. The Guys were Very professional and understanding regarding the size of the fixture holes. All in all if I had to do it over again I would have kept my original fixtures, maybe hired a handyman. But who knows how that would have turned out."
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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HealthyHomes4U Inc
4.1(
37
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Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Credit card accepted

"Jim came out to give me an estimate on making my home more energy efficient. He looked around and made suggestions on how to lower our utility bills. I decided that a full upgrade was outside of my budget at the moment, but when I do decide to upgrade my home I will use HealthHomes4U because they are professional, on-time, trust-worthy and very informative. I was thankful for the time Jim spent with me going over cost vs benefits of individual items as well as cost and savings of the overall upgrade. I also really liked that they have non-caustic wall insulation foam that won't put toxic chemicals into the house and do more harm than good. And the Aeroseal product that allows for duct insulation/sealing from the inside of the system, instead of tearing through my walls and attic looking for leaks. The less tearing apart of the house the sooner life can get back to normal after renovations. 
I also appreciated that even though they are window distributors they did not try to push the windows, they explained that there is a huge mark up in window units and that the companies make big money on the sales and that it's actually not that helpful to the overall energy saving of the house. That if you are on a budget trying to get the most bang for your buck, you should go for insulating the walls, attics and ducts as that is where the most energy can be kept from leaving the house and save the most money. They took a look at my water heater and AC unit and told me both systems are larger than what I actually need for the square footage of my home and that I could save money on monthly utilities with smaller units, but it would not be worth the replacement cost as they are still in good condition (So in the future, when they eventually break, I won't be sold more than what I need for the size of my home because someone is trying to make a bigger sale- Knowledge is power).  Like I said, I decided that now is not the best time financial for me to invest in home improvement, Jim was really nice about it and did not charge me for the consultation. When I do have the budget for upgrades I will use this company, but until then I recommend them to those looking for immediate improvements. 
 I always appreciate a straight shooting contractor and as they are a rare find- I thought I would share my learning experience with the community. I hope your experience is as positive as mine.
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Recommended by62%of homeowners
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FAQs for swamp cooler installation and replacement projects in Julian, 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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