AC Repair in San Antonio & Austin
Same-day diagnosis. Flat-rate pricing you approve before we turn a wrench. Most repairs done in a single visit.
AC repair in San Antonio and Austin typically costs $150 to $650 depending on the part. Most repairs are completed in a single visit. Texas Air Solutions provides same-day diagnosis with flat-rate quotes — you see the price before we start the work, not after. We service all major brands including Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Goodman, and Rheem.
When to call us
If you're noticing any of these, your AC needs attention. Catching small issues early prevents the bigger summer breakdown.
AC running but not cooling
House feels warm even with the unit running constantly. Often a low refrigerant charge, dirty coils, or a failing compressor.
Unit won't turn on
Most common cause in Texas: a blown capacitor — a $20 part we can replace in 30 minutes. Sometimes a tripped breaker or bad thermostat.
Strange noises
Clicking, buzzing, grinding, or rattling all mean something. Clicking-only-at-startup is usually a capacitor about to fail.
Water near indoor unit
Clogged condensate drain is the usual culprit — easy fix. Left alone it can cause real water damage to drywall and flooring.
Ice on outdoor unit
Always a refrigerant or airflow problem. Turn the unit off and call us — running it iced over damages the compressor.
Electric bill suddenly higher
A 30%+ jump in summer electric bills usually means your unit is losing efficiency. A maintenance visit can restore it before it fails.
What happens when you call
No mystery, no surprises. Here's the entire process.
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You call (or submit the form)
We answer the phone — real human, not a call center. We'll ask a few quick questions to scope the issue and schedule a visit, usually same day.
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Tech arrives on time
We send a licensed HVAC tech in a clearly-marked truck. They'll text you when they're 20 minutes out. Shoes covered, work area protected.
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Full diagnosis
We don't guess. The tech runs a full system check — refrigerant pressures, capacitor microfarads, motor amperage, airflow. You'll get an explanation in plain English.
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Flat-rate quote, in writing
Before any repair work, you get a written quote with parts and labor itemized. You decide whether to proceed. No pressure to upsell.
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Repair done right
Most repairs finished same-visit. We test the system after, walk you through what we did, and leave the work area clean. Repairs backed by a written warranty.
All major brands serviced
We're not locked into any single manufacturer. If your system has a nameplate, we can probably fix it.
AC repair FAQ
The questions Texans actually ask us about AC repair.
How much does AC repair cost in San Antonio? +
Most AC repairs in San Antonio and Austin run $150 to $650. A capacitor swap (the most common Texas summer repair) is $150–$300. A blower motor or condenser fan motor is $400–$650. A simple refrigerant recharge is $200–$450 — but if there's a leak we have to find and patch it too. We diagnose first, quote flat-rate, and only proceed once you approve it.
How fast can you get here? +
Same-day for most calls. Phone before 11 AM and we can usually be at your door that afternoon. During heat waves we extend hours to keep up with demand. After-hours and weekend calls are available without a separate emergency dispatch fee inside our normal service area.
What's a "capacitor" and why does it always go bad? +
The capacitor is a small cylindrical part that gives your AC compressor the extra electrical jolt it needs to start. It's the #1 failure point on Texas AC units because extreme heat shortens its lifespan — most capacitors are rated for 85°F ambient. In a San Antonio summer, the outdoor unit hits 130°F+ on the metal cabinet, and the capacitor cooks. The good news: it's a $20 part, takes 30 minutes to swap, and once replaced the AC fires right back up.
My AC works, but the house never gets cold. What's wrong? +
Three common causes: (1) low refrigerant from a slow leak — the system blows air but it's not cold enough; (2) dirty evaporator coil or condenser coil — heat exchange is choked off; (3) undersized system for the home, especially after additions or replacing windows. A proper diagnosis measures supply vs. return air temperature, refrigerant pressures, and airflow — we can tell within 20 minutes which it is.
Should I repair or replace my AC? +
The honest answer depends on three things: age (units 12+ years old are on borrowed time in Texas), repair cost (anything over $1,500 should be weighed against replacement), and refrigerant type (R-22 systems can no longer be recharged with new refrigerant, so even small leaks become expensive). We give you both numbers — repair cost and replacement cost — and let you decide. We don't push system replacement when a repair would get you another five good years.
Do you charge a service call fee? +
Yes — $89 to $129 depending on time and location, to cover the truck roll and diagnostic time. That fee is waived completely if you proceed with the repair. So a typical capacitor swap is just the flat-rate repair price, not the repair plus a service fee.
Is the repair guaranteed? +
Yes. All parts we install carry the manufacturer warranty (typically 1–5 years on motors and capacitors). Our labor is warrantied for one year — if the same component fails again from a workmanship issue, we come back and fix it at no charge.
AC down? Let's fix it today.
Call now and we'll schedule a same-day visit if you're in San Antonio, Austin, or anywhere along I-35 in between.