Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in San Antonio (2026)
Average cost in San Antonio
US$5,500 — US$18,500
US$3,200 — US$4,800 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedCondenser, coil, and furnace/air handler
55%
Licensed installation and removal
30%
Refrigerant lines, pads, and electrical
10%
City of San Antonio filing fees
3%
Smart controls and drain safety
2%
Sales Tax at 6.25%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically 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
InteractiveEstimated Cost
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 providersBravo Heating and Air Conditioning LLC
21720 Hardy Oak Blvd #95, San Antonio, TX 78258, USA
292 reviews
Zero Heating AC & Refrigeration
114 Park Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78237, USA
614 reviews
All About Air Conditioning & Heating LLC
1118 Waverly Ave, San Antonio, TX 78201, USA
304 reviews
Blue Dot Air Conditioning & Heating
1219 W Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78232, USA
497 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 dataAggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
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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