Quick Answer

Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in San Antonio (2026)

Average cost in San Antonio

US$11,070avg

US$5,500 — US$18,500

US$3,200 — US$4,800 per sq ft

+7.5% YoY
8 sources
Updated 4 days ago
Texas

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Equipment

Condenser, coil, and furnace/air handler

US$3,500 — US$9,500

55%

Labor

Licensed installation and removal

US$1,200 — US$4,500

30%

Materials & Supplies

Refrigerant lines, pads, and electrical

US$500 — US$1,500

10%

Permits & Inspections

City of San Antonio filing fees

US$250 — US$450

3%

Thermostat & Accessories

Smart controls and drain safety

US$150 — US$650

2%

🧾Sales Tax (6.25%) — Texas
Base cost + $692 tax$11,762

Sales Tax at 6.25%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Furnace or AC unit
  • Thermostat
  • Basic ductwork connections
  • Refrigerant
  • Labor & installation
  • Old unit disposal

Typically Excludes

  • Full ductwork replacement
  • Zoning systems
  • Smart home integration
  • Permits & inspections
  • Humidifier or air purifier

Based on a standard 2,000 sq ft home with existing ductwork.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

US$6,440

US$5,152 — US$7,728

Based on 8 sources and market data for San Antonio. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$10,298

Today

US$11,070

Furnace/HVAC Replacement in San Antonio is 7.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$772 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top HVAC Replace Contractors in San Antonio

Verified providers
🔨

Bravo Heating and Air Conditioning LLC

21720 Hardy Oak Blvd #95, San Antonio, TX 78258, USA

5.0
★★★★★

292 reviews

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Zero Heating AC & Refrigeration

114 Park Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78237, USA

5.0
★★★★★

614 reviews

🔨

All About Air Conditioning & Heating LLC

1118 Waverly Ave, San Antonio, TX 78201, USA

5.0
★★★★★

304 reviews

🔨

Blue Dot Air Conditioning & Heating

1219 W Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78232, USA

5.0
★★★★★

497 reviews

🔨

ASC Heating & Air Conditioning

410 W Rhapsody Dr Suite C, San Antonio, TX 78216, USA

4.9
★★★★½

532 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

Yes, CPS Energy offers rebates through the STEP program, typically ranging from $90 to $310 per ton depending on the SEER2 efficiency rating of the new unit.

In San Antonio and the South region, the federal minimum for new central AC and heat pump installations is 14.3 SEER2 (equivalent to the old 15 SEER rating).

A standard residential HVAC permit in San Antonio typically costs between $250 and $400, which covers the filing and the required city inspection.

Homeowners can often save 10-15% by scheduling installations during the 'shoulder seasons' of March-April or October-November when local demand is lower.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 4 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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