Evaporative cooler parts
Swamp cooler pads, pump and belt
Dry pads, a dead pump, a squealing belt or a running float valve: see what each costs nationally, then tell us what you see.
The parts that wear
Pads, the water pump, the belt and the float valve or water line are the parts national cost guides price most for swamp coolers. Here is what each runs, nationally.
Pads, pump, belt and water line: national planning ranges
National figures, not El Paso quotes- Pad replacement$60–$225Depends on aspen or rigid media and unit size.
- Water pump replacement$90–$250Part plus labor.
- Belt or motor service$90–$350Belt at the low end, motor at the high end.
- Float valve or water line$75–$200
- Seasonal tune-up$80–$200Clean, inspect, adjust water flow, check pads and belt.
Source: national planning ranges from swampcoolerservice.com’s repair cost guide (last updated July 2026). The source calls them planning ranges, not quotes, and does not say how they were gathered. Checked on November 9, 2026.
How to describe it when you request a quote
You do not need to know which part failed. Tell the provider what you see and hear, in your own words. For example:
- Whether the fan runs and air moves
- Whether the pads look wet or dry
- Any water on the roof, wall or ground below the cooler
- Any squeal, rattle or burning smell
- How old the cooler is, if you know
Pick the closest match in the form, or “Not sure”. The provider will ask the rest.
When replacement comes up
A full replacement runs $1,500–$3,500 nationally (new cooler plus install, same source). If you go that route, check the El Paso Electric rebate before you buy: the cooler has to be on EPE’s eligibility list.
Ready when you are
Tell us what’s wrong and a local provider will call you.
Swamp cooler or refrigerated AC, repair or replacement. One request, one provider, no cost to send.