If you are looking to install a swamp cooler or buy a new unit, there are many available to choose from. First of all, if you currently have one installed be sure it is completely worn out as often old swamp coolers can be repaired. Once a new swamp cooler is needed, there are a… Read More »
Replacing a capacitor on a swamp cooler motor fall in the DIY category and is a straightforward fix. Of course, if in doubt be sure to call a professional. Not all evaporative coolers use capacitors, and it can vary from unit-to-unit if one is installed. If the motor has been replaced the capacitor should also… Read More »
Connecting a water line to a swamp cooler is an easy job that almost anyone can do. The way to keep it simple is to buy an Evaporative Cooler Water Hook-Up Kit. They work by screwing on to the existing faucet and adding a second faucet for a hose and a side mount for the… Read More »
Replacing the swamp cooler pads during maintenance is necessary to keep an evaporative cooler running properly. Since the pads are what makes a unit cool as water passes through and evaporates they can be a big performance factor. There are two main types of cooling pads called Fiber and Rigid, each of which can be… Read More »
A step-by-step video is at the bottom of the page if needed . Replacing a Swamp Cooler Float is an easy task that most home DIYers can do. A bad Float will leak water and not cut the water supply off when the cooler is full. An evaporative cooler float works basically the same as… Read More »
Swamp coolers need a water line for a constant flow of water to operate properly. Hooking into a water line for a swamp cooler can be done a few different ways depending on the placement of a unit and types of water pipes. There are several ways to connect a water line to a swamp… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the page for a visual walk-through if needed. A leaking swamp cooler can be problematic and is a necessary fix for the cooler to operate properly and not waste water. While an evaporative cooler can leak from many places the bottom pan is a common problem. The bottom… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the page for a visual walk-through if needed. Replacing a swamp cooler motor falls in the Do-It-Yourself category for a handy type of person. The side panels will need to be removed along with some basic tools to unbolt the motor. Remember when removing any bolts or wiring… Read More »
Getting a swamp cooler ready for winter is an easy task that most anyone can do. It does sometimes require climbing a ladder and using everyday tools such as pliers and screwdrivers, so if in doubt always hire a professional to do it for you. Each evaporative swamp cooler will be slightly different depending on… Read More »
Replacing a bad evaporative swamp cooler belt is part of regular maintenance and something that a home DIYer can do. Each swamp cooler will have a different belt size that can be bought at most home improvement stores, or online. A bad swamp cooler belt will have cracks and pieces starting to break off from… Read More »