Swamp Cooler Installation

Replacing an old evaporative cooler or adding a new one? Request an estimate for installation sized to your home and climate.

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Two technicians installing a new rooftop evaporative cooler on a Southwest home

When replacement may make more sense

A new cooler can be the better option when the existing unit is rusted, undersized, inefficient, or needs repeated repairs.

Old or rusted unit

Age, corrosion, and cabinet damage can make repairs less worthwhile.

Poor cooling even after service

The unit may be undersized, poorly placed, or past its useful life.

Planning a new install

Use the estimate request to describe location, access, airflow, water line needs, and the home size.

Request an installation estimate

Share the home location and whether this is a replacement or a new install.

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What to compare in an installation estimate

A same-location replacement is different from a new roof, window, side-discharge, or ducted installation. The estimate should match the actual setup.

Cooler size and airflow

Home size, duct layout, discharge type, and local heat all affect the unit size and airflow needed.

Roof or wall access

Lifting, ladder access, roof curb condition, flashing, sealing, and old-unit removal can add work.

Water and electrical connections

The existing water line, shutoff, drain, wiring, disconnect, and controls should fit the new unit safely.

Permits and final details

New locations, roof openings, duct changes, structural work, and utility changes may require local permits or inspections.

A good install starts with the right fit.

Evaporative coolers work best when they are sized, placed, and maintained for dry local conditions.

Swamp Cooler Installation questions

Quick answers about cost, timing, common problems, and what the service may involve.

How much does swamp cooler installation cost?

A same-location replacement often falls around $1,500 to $3,500. New roof-mounted or ducted installations can cost more when lifting, ductwork, wiring, water lines, or roof sealing are involved.

Is replacing a cooler in the same location cheaper?

Usually. Reusing a sound roof curb, duct opening, water line, and electrical connection can reduce the work compared with creating a new installation location.

Does a rooftop swamp cooler need a permit?

New locations, larger units, roof openings, duct changes, wiring, and water-line work commonly require local review. Some cities exempt a true like-for-like replacement, so ask which rule applies to the exact address and job.

How long does installation take?

Some straightforward same-location replacements fit into one working day. Difficult roof access, new ductwork, damaged connections, structural corrections, or permit inspections can extend the job.