How effective are swamp coolers?

According to the US Department of Energy (DOE), an evaporative cooler can successfully reduce the ambient temperature by 5 to 15 degrees—but even the DOE is quick to clarify that this process works only in areas with low humidity.

What are the limitations of swamp cooler?

They have a hard time cooling your home when it gets above 95 degrees. They should not be used when the climate is humid as they use humidity to cool a home. They do require more maintenance from a traditional central air conditioner. They are prone to leaks due to float problems.

Is it cheaper to run a swamp cooler?

In general, swamp coolers do cost less to run that conventional central AC.

Is a swamp cooler more efficient than an air conditioner?

Swamp coolers are a more energy-efficient means of cooling your home. They use roughly 15 to 35 percent of the electricity needed by an air conditioner of the same size and require no chemicals. They do, however, require a constant supply of water.

How often should swamp cooler pads be changed?

every 3-5 years
Cleaning your pads annually helps manage mineral buildup, makes the pads last longer, removes foreign matter (like cottonwood seeds) and improves efficiency. For Mastercool swamp coolers, you should clean the pads annually and replace them every 3-5 years.

Does mold grow in swamp coolers?

Swamp coolers do have the potential to harbor mold and mildew. The pads do stay wet through the season, which means that mold could grow. In more humid weather, mold is more apt to grow. When you turn on the cooler, the mold in the device could be spread through the process of blowing the air out into the ducts.

Do swamp coolers work in high heat?

Here’s the deal: your swamp cooler will only cool your home by about 10 degrees. In addition, it will struggle immensely, and likely will not work at all, when its humid outside.

Do swamp coolers work with AC?

Because of the different ways they work, you can’t run a swamp cooler and a standard air conditioner in the same house. They would cancel each other out, just like running a dehumidifier and a humidifier in the same room.