Your energy bill drops. Not by $20, but by enough that you notice it every single month. That’s what happens when you replace a 15-year-old system struggling at SEER 10 with a modern unit running at SEER 16 or higher.
Every room cools evenly. No more 78 degrees in the living room while the back bedroom sits at 82. Your new system distributes air the way it’s supposed to, because it’s sized correctly for your home and the Texas climate.
You stop calling for repairs. When your AC is breaking down twice a year and repair costs are climbing past $500 each time, you’re throwing money at a losing battle. A new system comes with manufacturer warranties covering parts for 5-10 years and our workmanship guarantee on the installation.
Your indoor air quality improves immediately. New systems filter better, circulate more efficiently, and handle humidity properly. That matters in Schertz, where your AC runs hard from May through September and you’re breathing whatever it’s pushing through your vents.
Texas Air Repair is a veteran-owned HVAC company that’s been installing and servicing air conditioning systems across the San Antonio area since 2004. We’re not new to Schertz, and we’re not new to what happens when an AC system fails during a Texas heat wave.
Our technicians are licensed, certified, and trained on the systems we install. We size equipment correctly using Manual J load calculations, not guesswork. We pull permits, follow code, and register your warranty properly so it’s actually valid when you need it.
We’re available 24/7 because AC emergencies don’t wait for business hours. When your system dies at 9 PM on a Saturday in July, you need someone who answers the phone and shows up. That’s what we do.
First, we come out and assess your current system and your home. We’re looking at square footage, insulation, ductwork condition, and how your existing unit has been performing. This isn’t a sales call where we push the most expensive option. It’s a technical evaluation that determines what size and type of system your home actually needs.
Then we walk you through options. You’ll see equipment specs, SEER ratings, warranty coverage, and total cost broken down clearly. We’ll explain what rebates and tax credits you qualify for, because high-efficiency systems can get you up to $2,000 back from federal programs plus local utility incentives. We’ll also discuss financing if that makes sense for your situation.
Installation day, we show up on time with the equipment and a full crew. We remove your old system, install the new one, connect refrigerant lines, wire everything properly, test airflow, and make sure your thermostat is programmed correctly. The job typically takes 6-8 hours for a straightforward replacement. We clean up completely, haul away your old unit, and walk you through operating your new system before we leave.
After installation, we register your warranty with the manufacturer and schedule your first maintenance visit. That’s included, because proper startup and a 30-day check ensure everything is running exactly as it should.
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You’re getting a system sized for Schertz’s climate. That means equipment that can handle 100+ degree days without running constantly or failing to keep up. Proper sizing matters more than brand names, because an oversized unit short-cycles and wastes energy while an undersized system never catches up during peak heat.
You’re getting energy efficiency that pays you back. Upgrading from an old SEER 10 system to a SEER 16-18 unit can cut your cooling costs by 30-50%. In Schertz, where the average household uses over 1,100 kWh monthly and summer bills easily hit $300-400, that’s real money back in your pocket every month.
You’re getting better indoor air quality. New AC systems improve circulation and filtration throughout your home. That matters when your system runs 8-10 hours a day during summer and you’re constantly recirculating the same air. Modern units handle humidity better too, which makes your home feel more comfortable even at higher thermostat settings.
You’re getting warranty protection that actually means something. Manufacturer warranties cover parts for 5-10 years, and we back our installation work with a labor warranty. Everything is registered properly, and we’re here locally if you ever need service. You’re not calling an 800 number or waiting three days for a technician to drive in from Austin.
A complete AC replacement in Schertz typically runs between $5,000 and $12,000 depending on system size, efficiency rating, and your home’s specific requirements. That’s for a quality system properly installed, not the cheapest unit someone can bolt onto your house.
System size matters most. A 2,000 square foot home in Schertz usually needs a 3-4 ton unit, while larger homes over 2,500 square feet often require 5 tons. Bigger equipment costs more, but undersizing to save money means your AC will struggle during July and August when you need it most.
Efficiency affects price too. A basic 14 SEER system costs less upfront than an 18 SEER unit, but the higher-efficiency model saves you $40-80 monthly on energy bills. Over the system’s 15-year lifespan, that higher SEER rating pays for itself and then some. We’ll show you the actual math on payback periods so you can decide what makes sense for your budget and how long you plan to stay in your home.
If your system is over 12 years old and repair costs are approaching $1,000 or more, replacement makes more financial sense. That’s the honest answer, even though we make money on repairs too.
Here’s the calculation: take your AC’s age and multiply it by the repair cost. If that number exceeds $5,000, replace it. A 15-year-old system needing an $800 compressor repair gives you 12,000. That’s well over the replacement threshold, and you’re likely facing more repairs soon anyway since other components are the same age.
Frequent breakdowns signal the end. If you’re calling for service more than twice a year, your system is telling you it’s done. Refrigerant leaks are especially telling because the cost to repair them keeps climbing as older refrigerants get phased out. With 2026 bringing new refrigerant regulations, fixing leaks on legacy systems often doesn’t make economic sense anymore. Your energy bills tell the story too. If summer costs have crept up 20-30% over the past few years despite similar usage, your AC’s efficiency has degraded to the point where replacement will actually save you money.
Most homes in Schertz between 1,800-2,200 square feet need a 3-4 ton system, but square footage alone doesn’t determine proper sizing. Your insulation, window count, ceiling height, and which direction your home faces all affect cooling load.
We use Manual J load calculations to size systems correctly. This accounts for your home’s specific characteristics and Schertz’s climate data. It’s the industry standard for proper sizing, but plenty of companies skip it and just guess based on your old unit’s tonnage or rough square footage estimates.
Oversizing causes problems. A 5-ton unit in a home that needs 3.5 tons will short-cycle, running in brief bursts that cool the air quickly but never run long enough to remove humidity. Your home feels clammy and uncomfortable even though the temperature is technically right. You also waste energy because the system uses maximum power during startup, and an oversized unit starts and stops constantly. Undersizing is just as bad. A 3-ton system trying to cool a home that needs 4 tons will run nonstop during peak summer days and never quite get your home to the temperature you set. That drives up energy costs and wears out equipment faster.
A straightforward AC replacement takes 6-8 hours from start to finish. We typically schedule installation for a single day, arriving in the morning and completing everything by late afternoon.
That timeline assumes your ductwork is in good shape and we’re doing a like-for-like replacement where the new system goes in the same location as your old one. If we find duct issues during installation or you’re upgrading to a different system configuration, it might extend into a second day.
We’re not rushing through the job to hit that timeline. Proper installation takes time because we’re doing it right. We’re running new refrigerant lines, making proper electrical connections, sealing everything correctly, and testing airflow throughout your home. Cutting corners to finish faster means callbacks and problems later. We’d rather take the time to install your system properly than have you dealing with issues a month from now.
You’ll have cooling the same day. Even if installation runs longer than expected, we don’t leave you without AC overnight during summer. We’ll get your system operational before we leave, even if final cleanup or minor adjustments carry over to the next morning.
Federal tax credits offer up to $2,000 back for high-efficiency AC systems installed in 2024 and beyond. Your new system needs to meet specific efficiency requirements, typically 16 SEER2 or higher for central air conditioners in Texas.
CPS Energy and other local utilities in the Schertz area offer additional rebates ranging from $90-310 per ton for qualifying high-efficiency equipment. A 3-ton system could get you $270-930 back depending on the efficiency level you choose and which utility company serves your home.
We handle the paperwork. Rebate and tax credit forms require specific equipment information, installation dates, and efficiency certifications. We provide everything you need to submit your claims, including manufacturer documentation and our contractor information. Most customers file the federal tax credit when they do their taxes, while utility rebates typically process within 6-8 weeks of installation.
These incentives exist because energy-efficient AC systems reduce grid demand during peak summer hours when electricity costs the most to produce. The government and utilities would rather pay you to install efficient equipment than build new power plants. Take advantage of it while these programs are funded, because incentive amounts and availability change based on annual budgets.
Yes. If your AC dies completely during a heat wave and you need emergency replacement, we can typically get a new system installed within 24-48 hours depending on equipment availability.
Emergency replacement costs the same as scheduled installation. We don’t charge premium pricing just because your AC failed at the worst possible time. You’re already dealing with the stress of no cooling during Texas summer, we’re not going to make it worse by price gouging.
Here’s how it works: you call us, we come out and assess the situation to confirm replacement is necessary versus a repairable issue. If you decide to move forward with replacement, we check equipment availability and schedule installation for the next available opening. During peak summer months, that’s usually 1-2 days out. In spring or fall, we can often install next-day.
We prioritize true emergencies. If you have young children, elderly family members, or medical conditions affected by heat, we’ll do everything possible to move your installation up. We keep common system sizes in stock specifically for emergency situations, so equipment availability rarely delays installation more than a day or two. Call us at any hour if your AC fails and you need immediate help.
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