It's Time to Shut Down Your Swamp Cooler

Your swamp cooler’s been working overtime to keep your home cool all summer long — now it’s time to let it rest as focus shifts to heating. Before shutting down your swamp for the season, though, it must be properly winterized! Early chills can hurt your swamp cooler’s longevity, and ensuring your swamp is properly prepared for winter will save you from headaches and hefty repairs come next summertime. 

A swamp cooler shutdown removes any remaining water from your system, preventing any problems that may arise from mold, mildew, water damage, rust, freezing, corrosion, or broken pipes. 

With over 50 years of service experience, you can count on Rentmeister’s team of licensed technicians to properly shut down your swamp cooler for the season. Read on to have your swamp cooler shutdown questions answered, and give us a call or visit our website to schedule your FREE in-home estimate. 

What Does a Swamp Cooler Shutdown Include?

Rentmeister’s professionals will completely drain all water from the system’s lines and pans and disconnect the water line. They’ll then thoroughly clean the system after a long summer of heavy use, as well as inspect all of its parts to make sure it's primed to perform when the weather heats up again. Your swamp cooler will then be covered to stay protected from snow, rain, and ice, and the vent leading to the inside of your home will be sealed. 

Do I Need My Swamp Cooler Shut Down?

Winterizing your swamp cooler is the best thing you can do to extend your system’s lifespan and prevent costly repairs or unnecessary replacement. All swamp coolers contain water in their lines and pans. If not properly drained, that water will freeze in the winter and cause leaking and corrosion when it melts in the spring. It can also lead to mold and mildew growth. A shutdown removes any remaining water from your swamp and blocks any additional moisture from getting in.

When Should I Schedule My Swamp Cooler Shutdown?

Right now is the perfect time to schedule your swamp cooler shutdown — before the temperatures drop below freezing, but after you’re done using your swamp for the season. When the time comes to get your system up-and-running again, Rentmeister will be on call for spring startup services. For greater savings and peace of mind, Rentmeister's HVAC maintenance program guarantees bi-annual tune-ups alongside discounted pricing and priority scheduling!