Top HVAC Repair Companies in Houston
1.Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning, & Electrical
4.7★ (11,836 reviews)
4.7★ from 11836 reviews
2.EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating
4.9★ (1,097 reviews)
4.9★ from 1097 reviews
3.The Original Kingwood Air Conditioning & Heating
4.9★ (451 reviews)
4.9★ from 451 reviews
11.cypressurgentplumbing
HVAC Repair Cost in Houston
Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.
| Service | Typical range in Houston |
|---|---|
| AC repair | $145–$435/job |
| Seasonal tune-up | $72–$193/visit |
| Furnace repair | $145–$483/job |
| AC replacement | $4,830–$11,592/job |
HVAC Repair prices in Houston run about 3% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.
Quotes on this page come from 11 companies serving Houston, rated 4.5★ on average across 14,003 customer reviews.
Houston Climate & Seasonal Timing
What Houston's weather means for scheduling hvac repair.
- Last spring frost
- February 3
- First fall frost
- December 20
- Annual precipitation
- 50.63"
- Heating degree days
- 1,237
- Cooling degree days
- 3,322
| Month | Low | High | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 44.4° | 62.5° | 4.02" |
| Feb | 47.8° | 65.9° | 3.3" |
| Mar | 54.1° | 72.9° | 3.12" |
| Apr | 61.3° | 79.4° | 3.28" |
| May | 69.5° | 85.9° | 4.24" |
| Jun | 75.3° | 91.3° | 7.45" |
| Jul | 77° | 93.1° | 4.55" |
| Aug | 77° | 93.4° | 2.83" |
| Sep | 72.1° | 90° | 4.17" |
| Oct | 63.1° | 82° | 5.39" |
| Nov | 54.2° | 72.6° | 4.3" |
| Dec | 46° | 64.6° | 3.98" |
NOAA station data 7.09 miles from Houston.
Permits & Regulations in TX
Permit typically required
- Air conditioning and refrigeration contracting is licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation under Occupations Code Chapter 1302
- TDLR issues a contractor license plus separate technician registration and certification
- Federal EPA Section 608 certification is required to handle regulated refrigerants
License required: TDLR Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor License
Sources: www.tdlr.texas.gov
HVAC Repair FAQs for Houston
How much does AC repair cost in Houston?
AC repair in Houston typically runs $145-$435 per job.
When should I service my AC in Houston?
Houston averages 3,322 cooling degree days a year, so most systems get a tune-up before the first sustained heat rather than during it.
Do I need a permit for HVAC work in Houston, TX?
In TX, Air conditioning and refrigeration contracting is licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation under Occupations Code Chapter 1302. Verify with the Houston building department before equipment is replaced.
How many HVAC companies serve Houston?
We track 11 HVAC professionals serving Houston.
How hard does Houston heat work an air conditioner?
Summer highs near 93F in Houston mean systems run long cycles for months, which is what drives the compressor and capacitor failures common here.
Does Houston need heating as well as cooling?
With 1,237 heating degree days against 3,322 cooling degree days, Houston homes need both, and sizing for one alone leaves the other uncomfortable.
Is HVAC service in Houston more expensive than the national average?
HVAC work in Houston runs about -3.4% versus the national average.
When should I switch to heat in Houston?
Most Houston homes need heat by the first frost around December 20, and winter lows near 44F set how hard it has to work.
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