AC Replacement in Murphy, 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 Murphy?
AC replacement in Murphy 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 Murphy 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 MurphyHomeowners Choose Frosty's for AC Replacement
Murphy AC replacement is one of our busier categories because so much of the housing stock is now hitting the 20-25 year mark at the same time. Rolling Ridge, Maxwell Creek, Brookside, and Glen Cove homes built in the late 1990s and early 2000s are running original-install 10-12 SEER systems that are coming due for replacement. The math almost always favors replacement over major repair on these systems — an $800 compressor repair on a 20-year-old unit buys maybe 1-2 more seasons, while a new 15 SEER2 system cuts Oncor bills 25-30% and comes with warranty protection.
Most Murphy replacements land on Stay Cool (Goodman 15 SEER2 single-stage) or Stay Frosty (Carrier 18 SEER2 dual-stage). Stay Cool is the right call for 2,000-3,000 sqft Murphy family homes where the budget-conscious owner wants reliable mid-tier equipment — it runs $8,000-$14,000 depending on tonnage. Stay Frosty adds dual-stage modulation and a Carrier brand name for families planning to stay 10+ years, landing at $12,000-$18,000. Only the larger Brookside and Glen Cove customs typically move up to It's A Frosty Life (Trane 20+ SEER2 variable speed).
Every Murphy replacement includes: Frosty Thermostat (our smart WiFi thermostat — not Nuve), new disconnect box, electrical whip, overflow condensate shutoff, condensate drain treatment, copper line inspection (replaced if needed — common on mid-2000s systems with deteriorated insulation), City of Murphy permit, and full cleanup/haul-away. Labor warranty scales with tier: 1-year on Stay Cool, 2-year on Stay Frosty, 5-year on It's A Frosty Life. Financing through Optimus, Synchrony, and GreenSky — $0 down on approved credit.
Neighborhoods we serve in Murphy: Rolling Ridge, Maxwell Creek, Brookside, Glen Cove, Murphy Road area, Wylie ISD, Plano ISD
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 Murphy, TX
How much does a new AC system cost in Murphy, 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+. Heat pump adds $2,000; 10-year labor warranty adds $3,500. Exact price depends on tonnage.
What SEER rating do you recommend for a Murphy home?
For 2,000-3,000 sqft Rolling Ridge or Maxwell Creek homes planning to stay 5-7 more years, 15 SEER2 single-stage (Stay Cool) is the value sweet spot. Families planning to stay 10+ years typically land on 18 SEER2 dual-stage (Stay Frosty) — the Oncor bill savings pay back the tier upgrade in 6-8 years. Larger Brookside customs with big western-exposure glass benefit most from 20+ SEER2 variable speed.
My Maxwell Creek home still has the original R-22 system — is it worth replacing now?
Yes, and the sooner the better. R-22 production ended in 2020 and it now costs $150-$200 per pound, which makes any significant leak expensive to refill. New 15 SEER2 systems use R-410A or R-454B, run 25-30% more efficient, and come with warranty protection. A 20-year-old Murphy R-22 system limping through summer is costing more in wasted efficiency than a monthly payment on a new one.
How long does AC installation take in Murphy?
Standard residential replacement is one full day (8-10 hours). Larger Brookside or Glen Cove customs needing electrical upgrades or duct repair can take 2 days. We pull the City of Murphy permit before we start and the inspector typically comes out within 2-3 weeks.
Do you offer financing for AC replacement in Murphy?
Yes — Optimus, Synchrony, and GreenSky with $0 down on approved credit. 50% deposit at booking, balance on completion. Monthly payment works out to roughly 1/60th of the system price. Applications take 5 minutes and most Murphy homeowners get approved same-day.
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Free in-home estimate. Flat-rate pricing. $0 down financing on approved credit. Installation typically within 1-2 weeks.
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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