Pricing Guide

Transparent HVAC & Indoor Air Quality Pricing

Starting prices for equipment installs, air quality upgrades, parts, and maintenance plans across San Antonio and Texas. Every job still starts with a free, written estimate before any work begins โ€” the numbers below are here to help you budget.

Central Air Conditioners

Fully installed, Good / Better / Best tiers. Exact price depends on tonnage, brand, and site complexity.

TierSystemInstalled price
Good14 SEER2, single-stage$4,200 โ€“ $6,200
Better15.2 SEER2, two-stage$6,200 โ€“ $8,500
Best17โ€“18 SEER2, variable-speed$9,500 โ€“ $13,500

Gas Furnaces

TierSystemInstalled price
Good80% AFUE, single-stage$3,200 โ€“ $4,500
Better96% AFUE, two-stage$4,800 โ€“ $6,500
Best97โ€“98% AFUE, modulating variable-speed$7,000 โ€“ $9,500

Heat Pumps (Air-Source)

TierSystemInstalled price
Good14 SEER2 / 7.5 HSPF2, single-stage$5,200 โ€“ $7,200
Better16 SEER2, two-stage$7,500 โ€“ $10,000
Best18โ€“20 SEER2, variable-speed cold-climate$11,000 โ€“ $16,000

Ductless Mini-Split Systems

ConfigurationInstalled price
Single-zone$3,800 โ€“ $6,500
Multi-zone, 2 heads$7,500 โ€“ $11,000
Multi-zone, 3 heads$10,500 โ€“ $15,000
Each additional zone+$2,200 โ€“ $3,500

Packaged Units & Boilers

SystemInstalled price
Packaged gas/electric rooftop unit, 3โ€“5 ton$7,500 โ€“ $13,000
Standard-efficiency boiler (80โ€“85%)$6,500 โ€“ $9,000
High-efficiency condensing boiler (90โ€“95%)$9,500 โ€“ $14,000
Dual-fuel / hybrid system premium+$1,200 โ€“ $2,000

All installs include permit coordination, removal and disposal of your existing equipment, startup, and manufacturer warranty registration.

Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

Texas air quality issues are real โ€” filtration, humidity, and ventilation upgrades that install alongside any system.

Product / serviceInstalled price
Whole-home media air cleaner (4"โ€“5", MERV 13)$650 โ€“ $950
HEPA bypass filtration system$1,800 โ€“ $2,800
UV germicidal light, single lamp$475 โ€“ $750
UV air/coil dual-lamp system$850 โ€“ $1,200
Electronic air cleaner (electrostatic precipitator)$1,200 โ€“ $1,900
Whole-home dehumidifier$1,850 โ€“ $2,800
Whole-home humidifier, bypass$525 โ€“ $800
Whole-home humidifier, steam$1,100 โ€“ $1,650
ERV / HRV balanced ventilator$2,500 โ€“ $4,200
Duct sealing (Aeroseal or mastic)$1,200 โ€“ $3,500
Full whole-home duct cleaning$450 โ€“ $900
Smart thermostat install$275 โ€“ $650
IAQ assessment & test$150 (waived with any service agreement)

Parts & Accessories

Flat-rate pricing for common repair parts.

PartPrice
Capacitor, dual run$225 โ€“ $375
Contactor$195 โ€“ $325
Blower motor, PSC$525 โ€“ $850
Blower motor, ECM / variable-speed$825 โ€“ $1,450
Condenser fan motor$475 โ€“ $775
Igniter, hot surface$175 โ€“ $285
Flame sensor$135 โ€“ $225
Control / circuit board$450 โ€“ $975
Thermostat, basic non-programmable$165 โ€“ $225
Thermostat, Wi-Fi smart$375 โ€“ $650
Condensate pump$225 โ€“ $375
Condensate safety switch / float$145 โ€“ $225
Refrigerant line set, replacement$18 โ€“ $28 / ft
Refrigerant charge, R-410A$110 โ€“ $165 / lb
Disconnect box$185 โ€“ $275
Electrical whip$125 โ€“ $195
Composite equipment pad$150 โ€“ $225
Whole-unit surge protector$225 โ€“ $350
Secondary / emergency drain pan$275 โ€“ $450
Filter drier$145 โ€“ $225
TXV (thermostatic expansion valve)$425 โ€“ $700
Compressor replacement (by ton)$1,800 โ€“ $3,800
Zone damper / zoning control, per zone$650 โ€“ $950
Standard air filter (per set)$25 โ€“ $65

Comfort Club Maintenance Plans

Comfort Club members get 15โ€“20% off every part and every repair.

PlanVisits / yearPrice
Silver โ€” 1 system, priority scheduling1$129/yr or $12/mo
Gold โ€” spring AC + fall heat, 15% repair discount, no after-hours fee2$199/yr or $18/mo
Platinum โ€” up to 2 systems, 20% repair discount, free filters2 per system$299/yr or $26/mo

Additional system on any plan: +$79/system/year. Not ready to join? One-time tune-ups: AC $129 ยท Furnace $99 ยท Combo $199.

AHS & Frontdoor Members Save 30โ€“50%

Preferred in-network contractor for American Home Shield and Frontdoor Pro โ€” group pricing on full system replacements, plus financing options for qualified buyers.

Frontdoor Upgrade Program โ†’

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Every price above is a starting range. Call or request an estimate and we'll give you exact, written pricing for your home or business before any work begins.

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Prices reflect typical San Antonio / Texas market ranges as of 2026 and vary by equipment brand, home size, and site conditions. Final pricing is always confirmed in writing before work begins โ€” no hidden fees, no surprise charges.

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