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Avatar for Taggart Endeavors
Taggart Endeavors
15121 Sugarland Rd
4.94(
17
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Taggart Endeavors
15121 Sugarland Rd
4.94(
17
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
872 local quotes requested

Looking for reliable handyman services in DC? Look no further! Taggart Endeavors is your go-to choice for all your home repair needs in the DC area. Contact us today!

"Alan was very knowledgeable and got the job done quickly and at a fair price"

Amy V on January 2025

Looking for reliable handyman services in DC? Look no further! Taggart Endeavors is your go-to choice for all your home repair needs in the DC area. Contact us today!

"Alan was very knowledgeable and got the job done quickly and at a fair price"

Amy V on January 2025


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Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning
8000 Cessna Ave
4.65(
429
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Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning
8000 Cessna Ave
4.65(
429
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
602 local quotes requested
43 years of experience

You and your family deserve to receive the best care and the best service. Not every heating & A/C company gives you the quality people and care that Presidential does. We offer 40 Years of Award-Winning Quality People, Quality Installation, and Quality Service. Delivering this quality service and care for your home is our commitment to you! Family-owned and operated, Presidential specializes in residential and light commercial service and installation throughout MD, VA & DC. Ask us about our system replacement specials and The Advantage Maintenance Plan for preferred VIP service. Presidential has been awarded the Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer Award and is a member of the ACCA (Air Conditioning Contractors of America) and the Quality One service network.

"We have used Presidential for many years. Always great service. Macaih was terrific servicing our system this week."

Paige T on February 2025

You and your family deserve to receive the best care and the best service. Not every heating & A/C company gives you the quality people and care that Presidential does. We offer 40 Years of Award-Winning Quality People, Quality Installation, and Quality Service. Delivering this quality service and care for your home is our commitment to you! Family-owned and operated, Presidential specializes in residential and light commercial service and installation throughout MD, VA & DC. Ask us about our system replacement specials and The Advantage Maintenance Plan for preferred VIP service. Presidential has been awarded the Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer Award and is a member of the ACCA (Air Conditioning Contractors of America) and the Quality One service network.

"We have used Presidential for many years. Always great service. Macaih was terrific servicing our system this week."

Paige T on February 2025


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Relax HVAC, Inc.
43330 Junction Plz
5.00(
28
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Relax HVAC, Inc.
43330 Junction Plz
5.00(
28
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
716 local quotes requested

Relax HVAC, Inc. is a fully insured and licensed heating and air conditioning firm in Ashburn, Virginia, composed of Master Technicians led by Kamal. He and his team provide round-the-clock emergency services for residential and commercial customers, including those in the Iranian, Arabic, and Palestinian communities. With more than 25 years of experience in providing air conditioning services, Kamal takes pride in making customers feel good about his company. He does this by giving them quality and honest services at great prices. His services are approved and recommended by the Loudoun County Fire Department.

"My AC failed and I had limited time to find a good solution, I made a phone call to Relax HVAC based on the online reviews and it was a great decision. Nasser came to check the situation, he gave a very detailed and comprehensive overview of the situation and provided with the options I had. I decided to replace the unit, Nasser went above and beyond to find a unit delivery service but there was nothing available over the weekend so this gentleman went for unit pick up himself and finished the installation within a day from my initial call. Moreover, the provided price was very reasonable.I can't be more happy with the outcome and highly recommend Relax HVAC"

Navid P on July 2024

Relax HVAC, Inc. is a fully insured and licensed heating and air conditioning firm in Ashburn, Virginia, composed of Master Technicians led by Kamal. He and his team provide round-the-clock emergency services for residential and commercial customers, including those in the Iranian, Arabic, and Palestinian communities. With more than 25 years of experience in providing air conditioning services, Kamal takes pride in making customers feel good about his company. He does this by giving them quality and honest services at great prices. His services are approved and recommended by the Loudoun County Fire Department.

"My AC failed and I had limited time to find a good solution, I made a phone call to Relax HVAC based on the online reviews and it was a great decision. Nasser came to check the situation, he gave a very detailed and comprehensive overview of the situation and provided with the options I had. I decided to replace the unit, Nasser went above and beyond to find a unit delivery service but there was nothing available over the weekend so this gentleman went for unit pick up himself and finished the installation within a day from my initial call. Moreover, the provided price was very reasonable.I can't be more happy with the outcome and highly recommend Relax HVAC"

Navid P on July 2024


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GAC Services
227 E Deer Park Dr
4.80(
279
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GAC Services
227 E Deer Park Dr
4.80(
279
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
3867 local quotes requested

GAC Services is a residential cooling, heating, and electrical contractor setting new standards in the Maryland HVAC and electric market. Since 1970, we’ve developed a strong reputation for providing the Montgomery County and Frederick County areas with reliable cooling and heating services. In 2014, we expanded our service offerings to include electrical services—allowing us to offer our customers the same great service in a new area of business. Additional DBA: Gaithersburg Heating & Cooling

"Highly professional, knowledgeable and well behaved technician. Prices offered were good too. I definitely recommend the company."

Deepak K on February 2025

GAC Services is a residential cooling, heating, and electrical contractor setting new standards in the Maryland HVAC and electric market. Since 1970, we’ve developed a strong reputation for providing the Montgomery County and Frederick County areas with reliable cooling and heating services. In 2014, we expanded our service offerings to include electrical services—allowing us to offer our customers the same great service in a new area of business. Additional DBA: Gaithersburg Heating & Cooling

"Highly professional, knowledgeable and well behaved technician. Prices offered were good too. I definitely recommend the company."

Deepak K on February 2025


Wolf Handyman
5.00(
9
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Wolf Handyman
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1917 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Dennys and his team replaced our front door and accompanying trim/frame, storm door, painted a shutter, and completed some additional tasks not requested initially. The quality of work was excellent across the board. Dennys' expertise in these project areas was clear not only by the quality of work but also by his clarifying questions and thoughtful suggestions on how certain approaches might work better than others. Working with Dennys was a pleasure. He was professional, polite, courteous, and very responsive. We were extremely pleased with the outcome of the projects, would recommend him to others, and look forward to him doing more work for us."

August B on November 2024

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Dennys and his team replaced our front door and accompanying trim/frame, storm door, painted a shutter, and completed some additional tasks not requested initially. The quality of work was excellent across the board. Dennys' expertise in these project areas was clear not only by the quality of work but also by his clarifying questions and thoughtful suggestions on how certain approaches might work better than others. Working with Dennys was a pleasure. He was professional, polite, courteous, and very responsive. We were extremely pleased with the outcome of the projects, would recommend him to others, and look forward to him doing more work for us."

August B on November 2024


Avatar for Holtzople Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services
Holtzople Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services
16424 Old Frederick Rd
4.87(
181
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Holtzople Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services
16424 Old Frederick Rd
4.87(
181
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
250 local quotes requested

Holtzople is a leading HVAC company in Frederick, Carroll, and Washington counties in Maryland, as well as Adams and small parts of Franklin & York counties in Pennsylvania, featuring all the top brands in the Heating and Cooling industry, such as Trane, Bryant, Lennox, Carrier, ClimateMaster, WaterFurnace, and more. We recently added an electrical department to our services, making us your one-stop shop for HVAC and electrical needs. Quality is Not Expensive, It's Priceless!

"From Josh Radford our comfort consultant to our install crew of Shane, Jake and JT everything was top notch!"

Vickie S on April 2025

Holtzople is a leading HVAC company in Frederick, Carroll, and Washington counties in Maryland, as well as Adams and small parts of Franklin & York counties in Pennsylvania, featuring all the top brands in the Heating and Cooling industry, such as Trane, Bryant, Lennox, Carrier, ClimateMaster, WaterFurnace, and more. We recently added an electrical department to our services, making us your one-stop shop for HVAC and electrical needs. Quality is Not Expensive, It's Priceless!

"From Josh Radford our comfort consultant to our install crew of Shane, Jake and JT everything was top notch!"

Vickie S on April 2025


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JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
14300 Cherry Lane
4.50(
113
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JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
14300 Cherry Lane
4.50(
113
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
2624 local quotes requested
13 years of experience

JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services LLC offers a wide range of services to meet your HVAC & Plumbing needs. ​ With offices in both Maryland & Virginia, we serve both residential and commercial clients and specialize in offering a variety of money-saving solutions. Combined with our use of the highest quality parts and equipment and our dedication to delivering exceptional service, we have become known as the HVAC & Plumbing contractor of choice in the DMV area! The mission of JDL is to provide honest, reliable service that stands head and shoulders above the rest. We continually strive to exceed expectations by ensuring that each client receives the very best service from our friendly and knowledgeable HVAC/Plumbing service technicians. No matter what you need you can rely on JDL to provide an unparalleled knowledge, experience and expertise!

"They did a good job"

Richard T on June 2024

JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services LLC offers a wide range of services to meet your HVAC & Plumbing needs. ​ With offices in both Maryland & Virginia, we serve both residential and commercial clients and specialize in offering a variety of money-saving solutions. Combined with our use of the highest quality parts and equipment and our dedication to delivering exceptional service, we have become known as the HVAC & Plumbing contractor of choice in the DMV area! The mission of JDL is to provide honest, reliable service that stands head and shoulders above the rest. We continually strive to exceed expectations by ensuring that each client receives the very best service from our friendly and knowledgeable HVAC/Plumbing service technicians. No matter what you need you can rely on JDL to provide an unparalleled knowledge, experience and expertise!

"They did a good job"

Richard T on June 2024


F.H. Furr Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
685 Lofstrand Lane
4.33(
15
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Approved Pro
F.H. Furr Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
685 Lofstrand Lane
4.33(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
5311 local quotes requested
44 years of experience

Whether you need a repair, preventive maintenance, or replacement, we are your plumbing, heating, and air conditioning service provider in the northern Virginia and surrounding areas. We invite you to give us a call!

"Nice, reliable, and responded immediately."

Ethan Q on January 2025

Whether you need a repair, preventive maintenance, or replacement, we are your plumbing, heating, and air conditioning service provider in the northern Virginia and surrounding areas. We invite you to give us a call!

"Nice, reliable, and responded immediately."

Ethan Q on January 2025


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JP Landscaping Inc
8143 RICHMOND HWY
4.46(
26
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Approved Pro
JP Landscaping Inc
8143 RICHMOND HWY
4.46(
26
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
987 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

At JP Landscaping Inc, We take care to provide our customers high quality services personalized for their unique needs. We are available to take your order 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our staff members are professional, courteous and efficient.

"Jose and his team did an amazing job, easy to communicate and always on time. Highly recommend JP Landscaping."

Vips P on March 2024

At JP Landscaping Inc, We take care to provide our customers high quality services personalized for their unique needs. We are available to take your order 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our staff members are professional, courteous and efficient.

"Jose and his team did an amazing job, easy to communicate and always on time. Highly recommend JP Landscaping."

Vips P on March 2024


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TriState Home Services
82A Wormans Mill Ct
4.63(
194
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Approved Pro
TriState Home Services
82A Wormans Mill Ct
4.63(
194
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
486 local quotes requested
76 years of experience

If you are looking for a HVAC Contractor, a Plumbing Contractor, or an Electrical Contractor to provide you with great service, you've come to the right place. We provide heating services, air conditioning services, plumbing services, and electrical services to our customers in Frederick and the surrounding Counties, the Pan Handle of West Virginia, and Northern Virginia, from our offices located in Frederick MD. With 3 generations of experience in providing heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services, we are dedicated to providing the best possible products and services for you, and your family.

"Tri State was prompt—they had a tech out within hours when our 20-year-old HVAC broke down. The repair estimate was $800–$1,200, and they also sent a salesman, Mike, to discuss replacement. Mike was courteous and knowledgeable, but, when we sat down to review the quote, the sales process turned into a bad car-buying experience. They started at $34,000, then "discounted" to $29,300—$10,000 -$12,000 higher than other quotes for the exact same unit. Even factoring in their warranty, they remained $8,000–$10,000 overpriced. Mike also claimed they were a four-generation family-owned business, but I later found out they’re owned by Sila Services, a Goldman Sachs private equity firm—which feels misleading. To their credit, canceling was easy (though I hadn’t signed a financing agreement or put money down). Bottom line: Get multiple quotes. Their pricing was excessive, and the sales tactics felt manipulative."

STUART K on March 2025

If you are looking for a HVAC Contractor, a Plumbing Contractor, or an Electrical Contractor to provide you with great service, you've come to the right place. We provide heating services, air conditioning services, plumbing services, and electrical services to our customers in Frederick and the surrounding Counties, the Pan Handle of West Virginia, and Northern Virginia, from our offices located in Frederick MD. With 3 generations of experience in providing heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services, we are dedicated to providing the best possible products and services for you, and your family.

"Tri State was prompt—they had a tech out within hours when our 20-year-old HVAC broke down. The repair estimate was $800–$1,200, and they also sent a salesman, Mike, to discuss replacement. Mike was courteous and knowledgeable, but, when we sat down to review the quote, the sales process turned into a bad car-buying experience. They started at $34,000, then "discounted" to $29,300—$10,000 -$12,000 higher than other quotes for the exact same unit. Even factoring in their warranty, they remained $8,000–$10,000 overpriced. Mike also claimed they were a four-generation family-owned business, but I later found out they’re owned by Sila Services, a Goldman Sachs private equity firm—which feels misleading. To their credit, canceling was easy (though I hadn’t signed a financing agreement or put money down). Bottom line: Get multiple quotes. Their pricing was excessive, and the sales tactics felt manipulative."

STUART K on March 2025

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Swamp cooler installations and replacements FAQs

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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