Swamp cooler problem finder

What is your swamp cooler doing?

Pick the closest symptom, then use the guide to describe the problem clearly when you call or request an estimate.

Guide list

Start with the problem closest to what you see.

If the house is already getting hot, call first. If you are comparing symptoms, use the guide list to narrow down pads, pump, leaks, scale, airflow, or cost questions.

Problems that usually need action

Repair Why Is My Swamp Cooler Blowing Warm Air? Fan runs, but the air still feels warm. Read guide →

Repair Swamp Cooler Not Cooling The unit runs, but the house does not cool down. Coming soon

Repair Swamp Cooler Leaking Water Water is showing up where it should not. Coming soon

Repair Swamp Cooler Pump Not Working Pads stay dry or water is not moving. Coming soon

Repair Swamp Cooler Repair Cost You want a repair price range before calling. Read guide →

Costs, maintenance, and dry-climate questions

Installation Swamp Cooler Installation Cost You are comparing replacement or new install options. Coming soon

Maintenance Swamp Cooler Maintenance Checklist You want to prevent weak airflow before peak heat. Coming soon

Pad replacement How to Clean Swamp Cooler Pads Pads look dirty, crusty, or worn out. Coming soon

Maintenance Hard Water and Swamp Cooler Pads White mineral scale keeps coming back. Coming soon

Installation Swamp Cooler vs Central Air You are comparing evaporative cooling with AC. Coming soon

Local conditions

Hard water and pads by city

Compare water hardness, cooling days, summer heat, and practical pad-check timing in dry-climate service areas.

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Source notes

How local information is checked

See how climate, water hardness, ZIP scope, and service-area details are used to make local notes more useful before you call.

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