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Have Your Swamp Cooler Ready for Summer in Albuquerque, NM.

Swamp coolers—also known as ‘evaporative coolers’—are incredibly popular and common here in New Mexico. Many homes here in Albuquerque and Santa Fe rely on these systems for their summer cooling.

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Your Swamp Cooler Service Experts

At Wagner, we’ve been working with swamp coolers for nearly a century. We help homeowners start up and de-winterize their swamp coolers in the spring, and then shut them down and winterize them again in the fall. We also assist with maintenance, repairs, and system replacement. When your swamp cooler needs service, trust New Mexico’s oldest cooling and heating services company. Call us now or schedule your next startup appointment online.

  • We’re your team for startup, repairs, and more.
  • We specialize in swamp cooler service.
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Swamp Cooler Services

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Startup

Call us to schedule your spring swamp cooler start up in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. We’ll de-winterize your evaporative cooler, inspect and clean it, and get it ready for the hot summer ahead.

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Inspection & Repair

Wagner is your go-to team for swamp cooler repair in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. If your swamp cooler has stopped working, or isn’t cooling your home effectively, give us a call so we can inspect it.

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Shutdown

In addition to spring startups and de-winterizing swamp coolers, we also help homeowners shut down and winterize their swamp cooler for the winter. Call us at the end of summer to schedule service.

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Replacement

Need a new swamp cooler? Call us to get an estimate. Our team handles new swamp cooler installation in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. We’ll find the perfect evaporative cooling system for your home.

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Why You Should Consider Switching To A Refrigerated A/C Unit Instead Of A Swamp Cooler

Navigating through the intricacies of home cooling, the distinction between refrigerated air conditioning (A/C) and swamp coolers becomes paramount. Refrigerated A/C, beyond merely cooling your space, provides a litany of additional benefits such as reliably maintaining your desired temperature even on humid days, extracting humidity from the air, and providing a sanctuary of clean air during wildfire seasons by clearing smoke. Moreover, it plays a role in promoting a healthier indoor environment by filtering out allergens and pollutants. On the other hand, swamp coolers, while optimal in dry, temperate climates, have their limitations, including only being able to cool the air by a maximum of 10 degrees from the outside temperature and necessitating the intake of external air into your home. Additionally, swamp coolers can inadvertently increase your water bill due to their operational mechanics. Making the switch to a refrigerated A/C unit means choosing a solution that is not only efficient in varied climate conditions but also beneficial in enhancing air quality and maintaining a crisp, clean atmosphere in your home.

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Why Make the Switch?

Swamp Cooler
Refrigerated A/C Unit
Best for temperate, dry climates
Cool's home to desired temperature on humid days
Only cools air 10 degrees from outside temperature
Removes humidity from the air
Brings outside air inside
Clears smoke from home during wildfires
Increases the water bill
Eliminates allergens and pollutants

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You can combine Wagner discounts and IRS tax credits to save up to $2,950.00 on a super energy efficient heating and cooling system that can help you reduce heating and cooling bills. Comes with a free water heater flush and free upgraded thermostat. Financing available for any budget with approved credit.

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These prices are based on a traditional 3-ton split system, 3- ton furnace, and OAC terms. Not all water heaters are able to be flushed due to age and condition. Water heater flush scheduled with Wagner plumber, post installation. Applicable for accounts in good standing.

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Excludes swamp coolers. Must present coupon prior to time of service. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Not valid on previous work. Valid during normal business hours only. All prices do not include tax. Valid in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Placitas, Corrales, East Mountains, and Los Lunas.

Our check-up includes:

  • Check thermostat operation
  • Inspect your air filters
  • Check the blower components
  • Check the burner assembly for debris build up
  • Check the heat exchanger for rust build up or cracks
  • Complete a carbon monoxide test
  • Check the high limit control
  • Check the exhaust
  • Check manifold gas pressure

$29 OFF Any Repair

Save a little cash when you hire us to repair or maintain your home’s heating, cooling, plumbing or electrical systems.

Terms & Conditions
Limited Time Only
Terms & Conditions

Not valid with any other offers. Minimum of $200 must be met.  Must be used at the time of service. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Normal business hours only. Discount applies to repairs only. All prices do not include tax. Valid in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Placitas, Corrales, East Mountains, and Los Lunas.

What Our Clients Are Saying

“They were very professional, competitively priced, and did quality work completed within 48 hours of my initial inquiry.”
Sarah M.

“From the moment I called them, I felt like a valued customer. I got an appointment the same day and was kept informed when the tech would arrive.”
Rebecca M.

We Answer Your Top Swamp Cooler Questions.

Is your startup and shutdown service really necessary?

Yes. Winterizing and de-winterizing your swamp cooler is an essential part of keeping it in good, working order for years to come. In the winter, any water left in the system will freeze, damaging parts and lines. As water is trapped, mold may begin to grow, impacting your indoor air quality and potentially leading to people in your home getting sick. Plus, without regular inspections and maintenance, your evaporative cooler is more likely to malfunction or develop problems.

What are the signs something’s wrong with my cooler?

First and foremost, if your swamp cooler isn’t cooling your home like it usually does, that’s a sign you need to call us. However, strange sounds or smells could also indicate a problem. Scraping or screeching sounds probably indicate a mechanical issue, while odd, musty odors might point to trapped water and mold growth. If anything seems ‘off’ about your swamp cooler, it’s better to be safe than sorry and give us a call for service.

How do I know if I need a new one?

As swamp coolers age, they tend to run less effectively, more noisily, and use greater energy. You may start to see components rusting or deteriorating. These are all potential signs that it might be time to replace your evaporative cooler. At Wagner, we install new swamp coolers in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. We also help with forced air installation, upgrading homeowners to central air conditioning and heating. Call us to get estimates and review your options with a certified HVAC expert.

Is an evaporative cooler right for my home?

If you don’t have a forced air or central air conditioning and heating system, an evaporative cooler might be a good choice for your home—especially if you have pre-existing connections for one. Swamp coolers are incredibly popular here in New Mexico due to our relatively mild spring, summer, and fall weather. As an added bonus, these systems help add some humidity to homes, which is uniquely helpful here given how dry our air is!

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Since 1928, Wagner has been your trusted, local team for all your home service needs. We’re proud to serve the Albuquerque and Santa Fe metro areas, including the communities of Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Rio Rancho, Los Lunas, Bernalillo, and Belen.

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