18 AC Installation Contractors in San Marcos, TX

4.6 avg rating
4,737 total reviews3 offer 24/7 service
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Top-Rated AC Installation Contractors in San Marcos

#1

Woods Comfort Systems

4.9(2,744 reviews)
Highly Rated

All six reviewers grant 5-star ratings, with technicians Virgle and Miguel named across multiple reviews for their diagnostic explanations and same-day service…

1902 Dutton Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
#2

SM Air A/C & Heating

5.0(718 reviews)
Highly Rated

718 reviews yield a perfect 5-star average, with every positive review praising specific technicians by name: Jared, Curtis, David, and Jordan. Homeowners…

3500 TX-123, San Marcos, TX 78666
#3

AirOne Heating and Air Conditioning

4.9(375 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

All 375 reviews award 4 or 5 stars, with many explicitly noting same-day arrival during stressful situations. Multiple reviewers mention specific technicians…

4105 Hunter Rd Building 8, Ste 11, San Marcos, TX 78666

All AC Installation Contractors (18 total)

Quality HVAC & Refrigeration

4.8(277)
Highly Rated

Of five named reviewers, four received same-day or next-day appointments. Three specifically mentioned…

105 Picasso Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666

Reliable Air

4.9(136)
Highly Rated

Every reviewer awarded 5 stars, with multiple customers specifically praising same-day response times,…

4702 TX-123 Suite C, San Marcos, TX 78666

So Cool Service, LLC

4.9(109)
24/7 Highly Rated

Eight recent reviews universally award 5-star ratings, with Jesus and Diego named in every detailed account…

3519 TX-21, San Marcos, TX 78666

American Air Heating and Air Conditioning

5.0(89)

89 reviewers all award 5 stars, with repeated praise for same-day response times and honest diagnostics.…

415 N Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666

PerfectTemp Heating & Air Conditioning

4.8(96)
24/7

96 reviews averaging 4.8 stars show strong customer satisfaction, with every detailed review awarding 5 stars…

105 United Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666

Competition A/C & Heat, LLC

4.6(40)

Of 40 reviews, 32 carry five stars with customers specifically naming Tommy or his son. The three one-star…

115 Barton Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666

Cool Knight AC

5.0(29)

All 29 reviews award 5 stars, with three clients specifically citing same-day emergency response and multiple…

3700 TX-123 Suite A, San Marcos, TX 78666

Century HVAC Distributing

4.8(30)

7 of 8 reviewers award 5 stars, with customers specifically praising staff members Robert, Chris, and Cameron…

1551 Clovis Barker Rd Ste. 201, San Marcos, TX 78666

Marvin's Heating & Air Conditioning

4.8(25)

The 4.8-star average across 25 reviews reflects overwhelmingly positive experiences, though one detailed…

102 Manor Park Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666

Q Service Heating & Air Conditioning

4.8(24)

Seven of eight reviews award 5 stars, with praise for same-day emergency response, honest diagnostics, and no…

1122 TX-123, San Marcos, TX 78666

Rio Vista Air LLC

5.0(12)

All seven indexed reviews award five stars, with four clients specifically naming technician Mike for his…

824 Picasso Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666

Bishop Mechanical

5.0(11)

Seven reviewers collectively award five stars, with five specifically mentioning Richard by name. Four…

2541 Deer Stand Loop, San Marcos, TX 78666

Solar Supply

4.7(12)

Four of 8 reviewers specifically mention staff by name, with Nick and Kelley cited for product knowledge and…

323 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666

Jam A C

5.0(10)

All seven published reviews carry 5-star ratings, with four reviewers explicitly mentioning timeliness,…

1003 S Loop St, San Marcos, TX 78666

Fricold Cooling & Heating, LLC.

0.0
4530 S I-35 South Frontage Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666

AC Installation Costs in San Marcos

New central AC installation costs in San Marcos, by system type and brand.

ServiceLowAverageHigh
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.

AC Installation in San Marcos, TX: What to Expect

Central Texas heat and humidity drive steady demand for ac-installation San Marcos. Austin-area summers bring an average of 30 days above 100°F and 111 days above 90°F, with long stretches of oppressive humidity that make reliable cooling essential. Eighteen contractors serve the area, collectively earning a 4.6 average from 4,737 reviews, reflecting consistent customer satisfaction.

Detailed top-cost items were not provided in the supplied data, so specific price points aren’t available here; however, homeowners should expect variability tied to unit capacity, ductwork work, and energy-efficiency upgrades. Texas requires HVAC contractors to hold either a Class A or Class B license from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (Class B limits cooling to 25 tons and heating to 1.5 million BTU/hr), so verify licensing and insurance before committing.

No individual customer highlights were included in the data set, but review patterns point to generally positive experiences and a market where three firms offer 24/7 service for urgent needs. When vetting installers, prioritize licensed credentials, clear written estimates, equipment warranties, and documented references — those signals align with the region’s expectations for dependable summer performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

New AC installation in San Marcos costs $150-$20,000 depending on system type. Window units run $150-$700, ductless mini-splits $2,000-$8,000 per zone, central AC replacement with existing ducts $3,500-$12,000, and full new installs with ductwork $7,000-$20,000. SEER rating, tonnage, and brand significantly affect pricing.

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