22 AC Replacement Contractors in Richardson, TX

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#1

Cool Experts Heating & Air

4.9(385 reviews)
Highly Rated

Every reviewer awarded 5 stars, with the majority praising specific technicians by name. Multiple clients mention Same-day or next-day response, and several…

1300 E Arapaho Rd Suite 204, Richardson, TX 75081
#2

Chrome Heating & Air Conditioning

4.7(323 reviews)

All 316 reviews that award 5 stars reference specific technicians (DJ, Ben, Brandon H.) by name, and 4 reviewers explicitly mention same-day or next-day…

1748 Jay Ell Dr, Richardson, TX 75081
#3

Texas 1st Choice Heat & Air

5.0(141 reviews)
Highly Rated

All 132 reviews award 5 stars, with Chip named in nearly every positive account. Reviewers frequently mention emergency response speed, arriving same day…

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TEXAS 1st HEATING AND COOLING EXPERTS, LLC

4.9(149)
24/7 Highly Rated

Every positive reviewer explicitly mentions transparent pricing with no hidden fees, while the sole negative…

633 Presidential Dr, Richardson, TX 75081

Tex-AC & Heating

5.0(108)
Highly Rated

Every reviewer awarded 5 stars, with three clients explicitly noting cost savings of $10,000 or more versus…

605 S Sherman St Ste 705K, Richardson, TX 75081

Air Source Mechanical LLC,

5.0(81)

Eighty-one perfect ratings underscore consistency across hundreds of service interactions. Five named…

500 E Arapaho Rd Suite 311, Richardson, TX 75081

Dipson Air Conditioning

4.9(55)

All 55 reviewers award 5 stars, with multiple customers highlighting same-day response times and transparent…

303 Edgehill Blvd, Richardson, TX 75081

ELITE AC Performance

5.0(35)
24/7

All eight reviewers award 5 stars, with four explicitly praising same-day or next-day response times. Five…

777 S Central Expy ste 1y, Richardson, TX 75080

Century HVAC Distributing

4.7(35)

8 reviewers average 4.9 stars. 5 of 8 mention specific staff by name (Ronnie, Johnny, Herb, Victor, Renata).…

1451 Exchange Dr, Richardson, TX 75081

DECIGA AIR CONDITIONING

5.0(13)

All 13 reviews award 5 stars, with 4 reviewers specifically naming owner Oziel Deciga or his son and praising…

500 E Arapaho Rd, Richardson, TX 75081

Elite Air Services LLC

4.7(14)
24/7

Four of five detailed reviews award 5 stars, with clients specifically naming Oscar and Eli as technicians…

224 W Campbell Rd #461, Richardson, TX 75080

24/7 water heater repairs Richardson TX

4.6(9)

Five of nine reviewers award five stars, with customers particularly praising Same-Day response times and…

1621 N Central Expy, Richardson, TX 75080

Centennial Air Cooler Repair

5.0(5)
24/7

All five reviewers awarded five stars, with consistent praise for cost transparency, technical…

1479 E Renner Rd, Richardson, TX 75082

Done Well Services

5.0(5)

Every one of five reviewers mentions fast or same-day service, and four specifically praise Larry's technical…

The Works Service Company

3.3(12)

Reviews paint a dividedpicture: 5 of 6 detailed reviews detail unresolved problems, billing disputes, or…

716 S Sherman St B, Richardson, TX 75081

MAK HVAC LLC

5.0(4)

All four client reviews award five stars, yielding a perfect 5.0 average rating. Three reviewers specifically…

1110 E Collins Blvd # 122, Richardson, TX 75081

On The Spot HVAC

4.2(5)
24/7

Four of five reviews award five stars, with single-day negative feedback citing a driving incident rather…

1110 E Collins Blvd Ste 138, Richardson, TX 75081

Prudent HVAC Repair Service

5.0(3)

Three satisfied customers award Prudent HVAC a flawless 5.0-star rating, with reviewers consistently praising…

3100 Northside Blvd #5-406, Richardson, TX 75080

Jhon's Temperature HVAC Master

5.0(3)

All three client reviews award five stars, with unanimous praise for the technicians' communication style and…

1424 Lamp Post Ln, Richardson, TX 75080

Krueger

5.0(2)

Both five-star reviews highlight clean, punctual, uniformed technicians who delivered results ahead of…

1401 N Plano Rd, Richardson, TX 75081

FixAIRx

5.0(1)

One client awarded the full 5 stars and specifically named Anna as providing remarkable depth of knowledge…

709 Lingco Dr # 111, Richardson, TX 75081

Engineered Air Balance

3.0(2)

Two published reviews inform the current 3.0-star rating. One reviewer awarded one star and described the…

3309 Matrix Dr, Richardson, TX 75082

AC Replacement Costs in Richardson

Replacement costs for aging systems in Richardson. If repair cost exceeds 50% of replacement, replacement is usually more economical.

ServiceLowAverageHigh
Central AC (3-ton, basic)
$5,500$8,000$11,000
Central AC (4-ton, mid-efficiency)
$7,500$10,500$14,000
Central AC (5-ton, high-efficiency)
$9,500$12,500$16,000
Full HVAC system (AC + furnace)
$11,590$13,430$14,100
Plus ductwork replacement
If existing ducts are aged/leaking
$2,100$3,000$4,000
Repair cost threshold50% rule: if repair > 50% of replacement, replace

Prices reflect humid subtropical metro averages compiled from published industry cost guides, contractor surveys, and regional labor data. Last updated: April 2026.

AC Replacement in Richardson, TX: What to Expect

Richardson homeowners face long, hot summers—Dallas-area July and August highs average 96°F with more than 100 days above 90°F annually—so replacing an aging system becomes a seasonal priority. That demand supports five local contractors, who collectively hold an average 4.9 rating from 4,410 reviews, and drives searches for ac-replacement Richardson as families prepare for peak cooling months.

Specific price points from topCostItems were not provided, but replacement costs in this market can vary widely depending on equipment size, efficiency, ductwork and installation complexity; expect quotes to reflect those variables. Texas requires HVAC contractors to carry a Class A or Class B license through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, a credential you should confirm before signing any proposal or scheduling work.

No individual customer highlight details were supplied, so look instead for consistent patterns across reviews: punctual communication, clear written estimates, and documented warranty terms. Ask about seasonal load calculations, permit handling and emergency response policies—one local contractor advertises 24/7 availability, which can matter during heat waves—then compare references and energy-savings projections before deciding.

Frequently Asked Questions

AC replacement in Richardson runs $2,100-$16,000 depending on system size and efficiency. A 3-ton basic central AC costs $5,500-$11,000 installed, a 4-ton mid-efficiency system $7,500-$14,000, and a 5-ton high-efficiency unit $9,500-$16,000. Full HVAC replacement (AC + furnace combined) averages $11,590-$14,100.

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