AC Replacement in Keller, TX
Three flat-rate residential replacement tiers, $8,000-$20,000+. R-454B / R-32 only. Frosty Thermostat free. Licensed TACLA126718E. Financing with $0 down on approved credit.
How Much Does AC Replacement Cost in Keller?
AC replacement in Keller runs $8,000-$20,000+ depending on tier, tonnage, and ductwork condition. All three tiers are flat-rate — the price I quote during the free in-home estimate is the price you pay at install. Financing available with $0 down on approved credit.
Stay Cool
Goodman · 15 SEER2 · Single-stage
1-year labor warranty
- Frosty Thermostat (smart WiFi thermostat)
- New disconnect box
- Electrical whip
- Overflow condensate shutoff
Stay Frosty
Carrier · 18 SEER2 · Dual-stage
2-year labor warranty
- Everything in Stay Cool
- Ductwork inspection + sealing (up to 5 connections)
It's A Frosty Life
Trane · 20+ SEER2 · Variable speed
5-year labor warranty
- Everything in Stay Frosty
- Full ductwork inspection + sealing
- Vibration isolation mounts
- 1-year Frosty Club included ($99 value)
Add-on: 10-Year Labor Warranty +$3,500
Adjustments: Electric system −$1,000 · Heat pump +$2,000
Financing Available
$0 down on approved credit through Optimus, Synchrony, GreenSky. A $12,000 Stay Frosty at 9.99% for 120 months runs about $159/month. 50% deposit required at booking.
See Financing OptionsWhat's Included With Every Keller AC Replacement?
Every tier — Stay Cool, Stay Frosty, It's A Frosty Life — includes the same baseline package. No bait-and-switch, no surprise add-ons at install. Here's exactly what you get.
Why KellerHomeowners Choose Frosty's for AC Replacement
Keller replacement jobs are bigger and more complex than almost any other DFW city we serve. Hidden Lakes, Marshall Ridge, The Oaks of Fossil Ridge, Bloomfield, and Estancia are built out with 3,500-5,500 sqft two-story custom homes on half-acre-plus lots, and most of them run dual-zone systems — meaning we're replacing TWO air handlers, TWO condensers, and re-commissioning the zoning controls and dampers as part of the job. That's why a Keller replacement can land anywhere from $16,000 for a single 3-ton base-tier system up to $26,000 on a dual-zone It's A Frosty Life (Trane, 20+ SEER2 variable speed) with 10-year labor warranty. We quote each zone separately so you can see exactly where the money goes.
The housing stock here is newer — mostly 1990s-2010s — so the ductwork is usually in better shape than what we see in older DFW cities, but the long line sets that come with half-acre lots add complexity. Line sets of 50-80 feet (vs the 25-foot average in Farmers Branch or Irving) mean more places for refrigerant leaks, more pressure drop to design around, and more copper to inspect during the replacement. We replace line sets if they show any corrosion or rubbed-through insulation, period. The KISD school district keeps families rooted in Keller for 10-20 years, so the long-term economics of choosing a variable-speed 20+ SEER2 system (lower Oncor bills over the life of the system) work especially well here.
Every Keller replacement includes a Frosty Thermostat per zone (our smart WiFi thermostat — not Nuve), new disconnect box, electrical whip, overflow condensate shutoff, condensate drain treatment, copper line inspection (replaced if needed), permit, and full cleanup with haul-away. Labor warranty scales with the tier: 1-year on Stay Cool, 2-year on Stay Frosty, 5-year on It's A Frosty Life. All equipment comes with manufacturer warranty. Financing available through Optimus, Synchrony, and GreenSky — $0 down on approved credit. Keller is 35 minutes from our shop, so we schedule replacement installs carefully — usually one full day per zone on dual-zone jobs.
Neighborhoods we serve in Keller: Hidden Lakes, Marshall Ridge, The Oaks of Fossil Ridge, Bloomfield, Estancia, Shady Grove
Why Our Credentials Matter for AC Installation
TACLA126718E
Texas HVAC Contractor License held by Mariafernanda Jacobo. Every install permitted under this license with the TDLR.
EPA 608 Universal
Omar Jacobo, #2396328. Required by the U.S. EPA for all new R-454B and R-32 installs under the 2025 refrigerant phase-down.
ENERGY STAR Partner
All three tiers meet or exceed ENERGY STAR SEER2 minimums. Stay Frosty and It's A Frosty Life qualify for utility rebates in many ERCOT territories.
Learn more about our credentials on our About page or visit omar-jacobo.com.
AC Replacement FAQ for Keller, TX
How much does a new AC system cost in Keller, TX?
Flat-rate pricing by tier: Stay Cool (Goodman 15 SEER2 single-stage) $8,000-$14,000, Stay Frosty (Carrier 18 SEER2 dual-stage) $12,000-$18,000, It's A Frosty Life (Trane 20+ SEER2 variable speed) $16,000-$20,000+. Most Keller custom homes are dual-zone — that's two systems, so full-home replacement often lands $20,000-$26,000. Heat pump adds $2,000 per system; 10-year labor warranty adds $3,500.
What SEER rating do you recommend for Keller custom homes?
For 3,500-5,500 sqft Keller homes with dual-zone systems, I recommend 18 SEER2 dual-stage (Stay Frosty) at a minimum and 20+ SEER2 variable speed (It's A Frosty Life) for the highest return. Families who stay in Keller for 10-20 years (common thanks to KISD) recover the tier upgrade cost 2-3 times over through lower Oncor bills. Variable-speed equipment also runs quieter — noticeable in larger homes with open floor plans.
How long does AC installation take on a Keller dual-zone system?
Single-zone replacement is one full day (8-10 hours). Dual-zone Keller homes usually take 2 full days — one per system — because we re-commission the zoning controls, balance dampers, and verify airflow on each zone independently. Homes with line-set replacements or ductwork repairs can add a day. We pull the Keller permit before we start, and the city inspector comes out within 2-3 weeks of completion.
Do I have to replace both zones at the same time in my Keller home?
No. If one system is 18 years old and failing while the other is 8 years old and healthy, we'll replace just the failing one. But if both systems are the same age and one fails, I usually recommend replacing both at once — you save on the second permit, on a single mobilization to your home, and you get matched equipment efficiency. We quote both options side-by-side so you can decide.
Do you offer financing for AC replacement in Keller?
Yes — Optimus, Synchrony, and GreenSky with $0 down on approved credit. 50% deposit at booking, balance on completion. Monthly payments work out to roughly 1/60th of the system price — on a $22,000 dual-zone Stay Frosty job that's about $367/month. Applications take 5 minutes and most Keller homeowners get approved same-day. Call (469) 254-0548.
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Written by Omar Jacobo, EPA 608 Universal Certified Lead Technician at Frosty's HVAC LLC. Licensed TACLA126718E. Frosty Club Basic $99/yr · Premium $300/yr.
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Omar Jacobo
EPA 608 Certified Technician (#2396328) | Co-Owner, Frosty's HVAC LLC
Omar has been serving local homeowners since 2018. Learn more
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