Guides for replacing an AC in Austin
We answer the questions homeowners ask before replacing a system using published figures and the agencies’ own rules. Each guide lists its sources and the date it was last updated.
What AC replacement costs
Published price ranges show replacement costs in Austin and nationally, along with what pushes a quote up or down.
How long AC units last
Published lifespans for ACs, heat pumps, and furnaces come with signs that a system is near the end.
Repair or replace a failed compressor
A failed compressor raises questions about its replacement cost and when replacing the whole outdoor unit or system makes more sense.
SEER2 ratings and the new refrigerants
Efficiency ratings and what they mean are explained alongside Texas minimums, the refrigerant change, sizing, and permits.
Austin Energy rebates
Austin Energy’s rebates for a new AC or heat pump show what it pays and who qualifies.