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New central AC installation costs in Houston, by system type and brand.
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
Window unit | $150 | $350 | $700 |
Ductless mini-split (single zone) | $2,000 | $4,500 | $8,000 |
Central AC replacement (existing ducts) | $3,500 | $6,500 | $12,000 |
Central AC new install (with ductwork) | $7,000 | $12,000 | $20,000 |
Carrier (residential) | $3,800 | $6,200 | $10,500 |
Trane (residential) | $5,000 | $8,800 | $13,600 |
Lennox (residential) | $3,500 | $6,500 | $12,000 |
Rheem (residential) | $3,200 | $5,500 | $9,000 |
Prices reflect humid subtropical metro averages compiled from published industry cost guides, contractor surveys, and regional labor data. Last updated: April 2026.
Houston's humid subtropical climate makes ac installation Houston one of the most demanding jobs in the country. August highs near 95°F combine with morning humidity above 90%, meaning a new system must handle not just heat but substantial latent loads - moisture removal runs the system hard through a full six-month cooling season. The market reflects that pressure: 130 licensed contractors serve the area with an average 4.8-star rating across 90,836 reviews, and 46 of them offer 24/7 availability.
Installation costs vary considerably by project scope. A window unit runs $150-$700, while a ductless mini-split for a single zone lands between $2,000 and $8,000. Central AC replacement using existing ductwork falls in the $3,500-$12,000 range depending on tonnage and efficiency rating. Texas contractors must hold a Class A or Class B license from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), requiring 48 months of practical experience within the past 72 months.
Review data from top Houston AC installation contractors reveals strong patterns around named technicians. At One Hour Air Conditioning & Heating, technicians Erick, Joshua, Jacorey, Alex, Gerardo, and Gilberto each draw five-star mentions for technical knowledge. At Village Plumbing, Air & Electric - which carries nearly 10,000 reviews - one three-star review was updated after the company proactively resolved the issue. At Abacus, reviewers name Noe, Cesar, and Al for honesty, though a subset of reviews flags concerns worth reading before booking.
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