Best AC Replacement Companies in Houston, TX
AC Replacement in Houston: manufacturer authorization + warranty
On a $7–12K install, two facts predict ten-year outcomes: which manufacturer the contractor is authorized to install at full warranty terms, and how long they back their own labor. Here is what each of the 24 installers below publishes: In Texas, HVAC contractors must hold an active TDLR TACLA license — ask for the number and verify on tdlr.texas.gov before paying.
Top picks
Bodensteiner Service Inc
AC Replacement score: 4.9
Vouched Score: 91/100
Driven by: American Standard Authorized Dealer
- Dealer tier: American Standard Authorized Dealer
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 15+
What customers say about ac replacement
I'm incredibly grateful to the Bodensteiner team for their recommendations and installation of my new AC. Blair really took time reviewing my current (failing) system and what would be the proper replacement for my home, within my budget considerations. The installation went smoothly and they treated my home with respect and care. In addition, Jessica was very responsive to my emails and phone calls about scheduling and payment. I'm so relieved to find a group that I trust and will not hesitate to work with them again in the future.
Google 5.0★ (1,095+)BBB NR
Baker-Jones Co. Inc
AC Replacement score: 4.9
Vouched Score: 91/100
Driven by: American Standard Dealer
- Dealer tier: American Standard
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 70+
What customers say about ac replacement
We recently had a new air condition and duct work installed in our 45+ yo home and the entire experience was outstanding from start to finish. They also had the added challenge of working around blown in insulation! The team was professional, punctual, and courteous, the crew-about 5-6 technicians-worked efficiently while keeping the work area spotless. It is not often you find a company that delivers excellent service, quality workmanship and respect for your home all at once. Now I understand why a company that has been in business since 1951 and now owned and managed by the 3rd generation…
I have nothing but great things to say about this company. Ronald & his son go above & beyond for their costumers. I've never trusted an AC company more. They beat out all the other quotes we got for a new AC system by well over a couple grand & they stand by their work. We had to call out another company during the holidays but they insisted to come check that work after they opened again. Both are super friendly & everyone within the company that I've come in contact with is as well! Will definitely use them forever.
Google 5.0★ (215+)BBB 5.0★ (1)
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 24+
Google 4.9★ (400+)BBB 5.0★ (2)
H-Town AC Repair HVAC services Houston
AC Replacement score: 4.6
Vouched Score: 85/100
Long-warranty replacement shop. Trane Comfort Specialist Dealer; NATE Certified.
- Dealer tier: Trane Comfort Specialist
- NATE: ✓
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 10+
Google 4.8★ (265+)Yelp 4.8★ (410+)BBB NR
Ace Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating
AC Replacement score: 4.6
Vouched Score: 85/100
Replacement specialist. 10-Year Warranty paired with NATE Certified.
- Warranty: 10-Year
- NATE: ✓
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 20+
What customers say about ac replacement
Quoted me an excellent price for the best HVAC system on the market. I needed a completely new air conditioning and heating unit right before a major winter storm. Abram and his team came in and quickly and efficiently replaced my current units... there was also no damage to my home. Great price, warranty, product and people. Will be using again.
…Abram was also extremely honest, thorough with his explanations, and you could tell he genuinely took pride in his work. Even being as late as it was, he provided detailed information about the issues my unit and he didn’t rush me into making any sort of decision. Once I decided to go ahead and replace my old A/C unit for a new one, he was able to quickly check his inventory and make arrangements for a crew to come out first thing this morning to install the new A/C. Now, my A/C is running perfectly, much quieter when sitting on the porch, and it isn’t an eye sore like my old unit was…
Google 4.9★ (190+)
Air Current AC & Heat, LLC
AC Replacement score: 4.6
Vouched Score: 84/100
Driven by: Lennox Premier Dealer
- Dealer tier: Lennox Premier Dealer
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 20+
Google 5.0★ (170+)BBB NR
Houston Smart Air Cooling and Heating
AC Replacement score: 4.5
Vouched Score: 83/100
Whole-system installer. Daikin Comfort Pro Dealer and 12-Year Warranty.
- Dealer tier: Daikin Comfort Pro
- Warranty: 12-Year
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 10+
Google 4.9★ (155+)Yelp 4.9★ (135+)
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 14+
What customers say about ac replacement
We had a new AC, furnace and ductwork installed. The best experience. They were very thorough with their estimate which I appreciateed. Very professional. I needed an adjustment in one of the rooms and they came out the same day I called. We are so pleased with the new system. It's awesome. We found their prices to be fair as well. I highly recommend them
Google 5.0★ (335+)
Bellaire Air Conditioning
AC Replacement score: 4.5
Vouched Score: 82/100
Driven by: Trane Comfort Specialist Dealer
- Dealer tier: Trane Comfort Specialist
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 55+
What customers say about ac replacement
I recently needed to replace my home hvac system. I solicited several quotes. By far the best, well thought out bid was from Zach Cooper of Bellaire HVAC. He was very thorough in his presentation with clear explanation of what he was proposing. He loves this game. I made a decision to upgrade my system with a very good Lennox system. The install went very well. Zach and the install crew stayed very late to program, came back the next day to complete and Zach did an amazing follow up to take care of a main drain problem that was likely outside his scope…
Google 4.9★ (500+)Yelp 3.5★ (20+)BBB 4.0★ (1)
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 40+
What customers say about ac replacement
I used Air Tech for a new A/C system plus all new duct work in my home. They offer financing which was helpful. They got the job done quickly and everyone Ive dealt with from the person who answers the phone to the techs to the service people have all been so lovely and professional. I got my new a/c in January and it works great rn but I'll make sure to give an update in August to see if it still keeps my house at 65 when its super hot out.
Google 4.9★ (5,935+)BBB 2.37★ (75+)
- Warranty: 10-Year
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 10+
What customers say about ac replacement
…They are knowledgeable in answering all of your questions, so you can make the right decision. Above all these are honest people they are not trying to mislead you and take advantage of elderly clients, like John Moore Company did my Aunt. The technician came out and told her she needed a new air conditioner and was going to charge her over 15,000. She called my husband and he told her don’t do anything, let me call Just n Time and David came to my Aunt house. He checked everything and mind you she is 89 years old…
Google 4.9★ (405+)
Uptown Heating & Air Conditioning
AC Replacement score: 4.0
Vouched Score: 92/100
Driven by: NATE Certified
- NATE: ✓
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
Google 4.9★ (2,595+)
Air Star Now
AC Replacement score: 4.0
Vouched Score: 92/100
Driven by: American Standard Authorized Dealer
- Dealer tier: American Standard Authorized Dealer
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 15+
What customers say about ac replacement
Air Star Now replaced our entire HVAC system and cleaned our air ducts. I can honestly say that this is a company you want to do business with. Our initial contact was with Katie in the office. She is the most patient and professional representative of a company I have ever come across. Our technician, Daniel, and installers, Rodney and Manuel were a pleasure to work with and everything was completed professionally and on time. These days it is not always easy to find a company that is customer-centric, but Air Star Now definitely is. Katie always keeps you informed…
Google 5.0★ (675+)BBB 5.0★ (2)
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 60+
Google 4.9★ (460+)BBB A+
- Financing: ✓
- Years: 10+
Google 4.8★ (2,880+)BBB 1.0★ (1)
Air-Ton Heating and AC
AC Replacement score: 3.7
Vouched Score: 85/100
Driven by: American Standard Customer Care Dealer
- Dealer tier: American Standard Customer Care Dealer
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 50+
Google 5.0★ (190+)
- Warranty: 2-Year
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 20+
What customers say about ac replacement
We are so happy with this company! They recently installed new air conditioner units for us and did an excellent job. Today, their team came out to clean our air vents, and they were absolutely great – very professional, polite, and thorough. They made the whole process easy and did a fantastic job. We highly recommend this company . Their team is reliable, professional, and delivers excellent service every time!
Google 4.9★ (470+)
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 55+
Google 4.8★ (10,195+)BBB 4.86★ (185+)
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 10+
Google 5.0★ (240+)
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 10+
Google 4.9★ (195+)
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 15+
What customers say about ac replacement
The people at All Star A/C, Heating & Plumbing did a great job, and I am very impressed with the hard work they did. I had my AC unit replaced and Ed said they could replace the system for a reasonable price. The installers came the very next day bright and early in the morning. There were some wiring issues, but the workers said they would have it fixed that same day. I am satisfied with the work they did and can tell the people at All Star A/C will go the extra mile to make sure their job is finished and done right.
Google 4.9★ (1,855+)Yelp 4.5★ (110+)
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 9+
What customers say about ac replacement
Ruben and his team worked quickly to get us new AC installed after our outside unit was stolen. The quote was approved, and we had a new unit installed and running the next day. I cannot say enough good things about Jonathan, the service technician who is very knowledgeable, polite and professional. These are the type of people every company needs to have. Again, Hats off to Ruben and his great group of people.
Google 4.8★ (170+)BBB NR
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 30+
Google 4.8★ (315+)
- Dealer tier: Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer
- Warranty: 2-Year
- NATE: ✓
- Financing: ✓
- Free estimates: ✓
- Years: 75+
What customers say about ac replacement
P&M was superb. We needed to replace our primary unit (both condenser and cooling coil) and service our secondary unit. We got the 15% member discount (costs an extra $100 up front on the inspection but saved us almost $2,000 in costs). The installing technician flagged our PVC pipe that was not up to code, and they ran all new lines with correct primer and insulation. The crew was timely, communicative, polite and did a great job. They installed a new smart thermostat which is awesome, and they patched the wall conscientiously when they had to cut through a horizontal stud to drop the wire…
Google 4.7★ (225+)BBB A+
Typical AC Replacement costs in Houston, TX (2026)
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Estimated ranges for Houston, TX. Actual cost varies with home size, equipment, and scope — always request a written quote for your job.
| Service | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Full AC system replacement (3-ton, installed) | $4,450–$11,150 |
| R-454B equipment upcharge (vs equivalent R-410A tier) | $355–$1,050 |
| SEER2 17+ high-efficiency upcharge (utility rebate tier) | $715–$2,250 |
| Ductwork modification (resize / re-balance per Manual D) | $535–$1,950 |
2026 note on equipment: All new residential AC equipment manufactured after Jan 2025 uses R-454B refrigerant — if a contractor is still quoting R-410A new installs in 2026, ask why (likely old inventory). Federal Section 25C tax credit expired Dec 31, 2025, so state and utility rebates are the surviving incentives; SEER2 17+ models typically unlock $500–$1,200 in utility rebates (Oncor, CPS, SRP, etc.) — confirm directly with your utility before pricing the install.
R-454B refrigerant in 2026: what Houston AC replacement buyers need to know
All new residential AC and heat-pump equipment manufactured after Jan 1, 2025 uses R-454B refrigerant — the EPA AIM Act phase-down replaces R-410A (global warming potential 2,088) with R-454B (GWP 466). If a contractor in Houston quotes R-410A new equipment in 2026, ask why: it's almost certainly discontinued inventory, and you'd be locked into a refrigerant scheduled for full phaseout by 2032.
R-454B is not drop-in compatible with R-410A — different operating pressures, different POE lubricants, different leak-test procedure. Equipment-side cost runs about $400–$1,200 over the equivalent R-410A tier (see the pricing table above). The bigger consideration is contractor capability: R-454B is mildly flammable (A2L classification), so leak detection, brazing, and recovery practices changed in 2025 — your installer needs A2L-specific training, not just EPA 608 Universal.
Before signing an R-454B install quote, ask each contractor:
- Is your technician certified on A2L refrigerants by the manufacturer? Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Rheem, and York all run dealer A2L courses — generic EPA 608 isn't enough for safe 2026 install practice.
- What leak detector are you using on this install? Older R-410A-only detectors miss R-454B leaks. You want an A2L-rated infrared or heated-diode unit.
- How will warranty refrigerant be sourced if there is a mid-cycle supply disruption? R-454B is the long-term residential standard, but ask how the dealer would source it 2027–2028 if a supply shock hits — a documented supplier chain beats a verbal assurance.
What Every Houston Resident Should Ask Before a Service Call
- What's the federal minimum SEER2 rating for a new AC in 2026?
- 14.3 SEER2 in southern states (FL, TX, AZ, CA, GA, NV, NM), 13.4 SEER2 in northern states. Anything sold new in 2026 meets at least that floor; the choice is whether to pay for 15.2+ to qualify for utility-rebate tiers and lower bills.
- The federal Section 25C tax credit expired — what incentives are left?
- 25C and 25D expired December 31, 2025. The surviving residential incentives are state and utility rebates (Oncor, SRP, APS, CenterPoint, Mass Save, etc.) plus state HEEHRA programs where active. Confirm any rebate the installer cites is a current state or utility program, not the lapsed federal credit.
- Is a city-issued permit required for HVAC system replacements in Houston?
- Yes, the Houston Permitting Center requires a mechanical permit for most HVAC system replacements and significant modifications to your home's cooling infrastructure. Licensed contractors are responsible for securing these permits to ensure the installation meets local building codes and safety standards. Always verify that your chosen provider handles the permitting process, as this protects you from potential liability and ensures the work is properly inspected.
- How do I find a qualified specialist for thermostat installation in Houston?
- Look for providers who demonstrate expertise in smart home integration and variable-speed system calibration when searching for thermostat installation in Houston. A qualified technician should be able to verify compatibility with your existing HVAC equipment and ensure the new device is correctly configured for local humidity management. Check for NATE-certified professionals who have experience working with modern, energy-efficient controls that help manage the unique cooling loads found in neighborhoods like the Heights or West University Place.
- What should I look for when verifying an HVAC contractor's credentials in Houston?
- To ensure a provider is legitimate, verify they hold an active Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) HVAC license and carry the required liability insurance. You can confirm their status through the state’s online licensing portal to ensure they meet the professional requirements for operating in Harris County. Reputable companies will readily provide their license number and proof of bonding, which are essential for protecting your property and ensuring code compliance during any repair or installation service.
- How much does HVAC service cost in Houston, TX?
- Full AC system replacement typically runs $4,450–$11,150 in Houston, Texas. See the HVAC pricing table on this page for the full per-service breakdown.