18 AC Replacement Contractors in Waco, TX

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Top-Rated AC Replacement Contractors in Waco

#1

Lochridge Priest Home Services

4.9(2,528 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

Satisfied customers praise the thoroughness of duct cleaning services, with technicians Terry and Aaron receiving specific recognition for their performance.…

401 S 13th St, Waco, TX 76706
#2

Lochridge-Priest

4.8(1,406 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

Among all 1,406 reviews, the aggregate 4.8-star rating reflects strong satisfaction, though a minority of reviewers raise concerns about diagnostic…

2901 Industrial Blvd E, Waco, TX 76705
#3

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Waco

4.7(1,345 reviews)
24/7

Over 1,300 reviews yield a 4.7-star average, with positive feedback frequently naming technicians Jake, Eddy, Darrin, and Bill for specific repair scenarios…

212 Lake Air Dr, Waco, TX 76710

All AC Replacement Contractors (18 total)

Aire Serv of Central Texas

4.9(383)
Highly Rated

All eight sampled reviews award 5 stars, with technicians named in every single one. Charlie appears in six…

Harris HVAC

5.0(171)
Highly Rated

Five-star ratings dominate the 161-review dataset, and a consistent pattern emerges across multiple…

Triple A HVAC

5.0(150)
Highly Rated

All 8 featured reviews award 5 stars, with 3 specifically naming technicians Antwan, Antoine, or Mike by…

Rick's A/C & Radiator LLC

4.8(155)
Highly Rated

Every reviewer mentions affordable pricing and honest service, with names like Dee, Rick, and Donald…

4004 Sames St, Waco, TX 76705

Tradesman Services LTD

5.0(120)
Highly Rated

All 120 reviews award 5 stars, with customers repeatedly praising technicians by name. Multiple reviewers…

585 E Loop 340, Waco, TX 76705

Irish Air

5.0(40)

All 40 reviews award 5 stars with no negative ratings recorded across the dataset. Charles receives specific…

NysTemp Mechanical

5.0(34)

All 34 client reviews award 5 stars, with 7 specifically praising owner Clayton for professional behavior and…

Longhorn HVAC Solutions

4.8(23)

Seven of eight detailed reviewers award 5 stars, with language patterns emphasizing same-day emergency…

Century HVAC Distributing

4.6(19)

All 8 visible reviewers give 5-star ratings, with customers specifically praising knowledgeable staff,…

4530 Speight Ave, Waco, TX 76711

Cool Dreams Services

4.3(11)

Five of six reviewers awarded five-star ratings, with customers specifically praising same-day response…

TexTech Mechanical

5.0(6)

Five of five reviewers awarded perfect 5-star ratings, with all clients praising the company's friendly…

2000 W Loop 340, Waco, TX 76712

J and R Air Solutions LLC

5.0(5)

All five reviews award five stars, with every client specifically naming Jos or Jose as the technician who…

Sears Heating and Air Conditioning

5.0(1)

The single available customer review awards a perfect 5.0 rating, reflecting high satisfaction with service…

S 3rd St, Waco, TX 76701

Wes-Bran Metals

2.5(2)

Of 2 reviewers, 1 awarded 4 stars praising the team's knowledge and professionalism while the other gave 1…

915 E Johnson St, Waco, TX 76705

Air King LLC

0.0
24/7
222 Patrick Rd, Waco, TX 76708

AC Replacement Costs in Waco

Replacement costs for aging systems in Waco. 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 Waco, TX: What to Expect

Waco’s climate pushes seasonal extremes: long stretches of 90–100°F summer days with persistent humidity, and winters that dip to freezing with occasional ice storms. That range forces homeowners to prioritize systems that cool efficiently and heat reliably. Demand for ac-replacement Waco is steady; 18 contractors serve the area, collectively averaging a 4.5-star rating from over 6,300 reviews, and a small subset offers round-the-clock service for emergency swaps.

Pricing for AC replacement in Waco varies by system size, efficiency, and ductwork condition, so expect a broad range rather than a fixed number; major cost drivers include the unit’s SEER rating, necessary refrigerant transitions, and repairs or upgrades to ductwork. Texas requires HVAC firms to hold either a Class A or Class B license from the TDLR, so verify a contractor’s license and insurance before scheduling an estimate — licensed status is particularly important when dealing with high-capacity cooling and heating loads.

Customer highlights aren’t available in the dataset, but review patterns in this market often emphasize response time after storms, clarity of replacement versus repair recommendations, and thorough duct assessments. Homeowners here tend to prefer technicians who test both cooling and heating performance and who itemize duct sealing or insulation needs. When interviewing contractors, ask for references on recent replacements performed under similar seasonal stress.

Frequently Asked Questions

AC replacement in Waco 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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