AC Replacement in Plano, 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 Plano?
AC replacement in Plano 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 Plano 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 PlanoHomeowners Choose Frosty's for AC Replacement
Plano replacement jobs fall into two very different buckets. The first is East Plano — Parker Road corridor and ZIPs 75074, 75075 — where we're pulling out 18-22 year old R-22 systems from 1970s-80s ranch homes. Those jobs are straightforward on paper, but the ductwork is almost always original: 20% air leakage, failing flex duct, undersized returns. A proper replacement there isn't just swapping the condenser on the pad — it's a Manual J load calculation, duct sealing (at minimum), and right-sized equipment. Dropping a 4-ton system into a house that actually needs a 3-ton is the #1 mistake I see from box-shop contractors in East Plano.
The second bucket is West Plano and Legacy. These homes are 1990s-2010s two-story builds with zoning systems, variable-speed equipment, and higher-end finishes. Our customers here almost always land on the Stay Frosty (Carrier, 18 SEER2 dual-stage) or It's A Frosty Life (Trane, 20+ SEER2 variable speed) tier. The reason is duty cycle — Plano tech workers are home all day, and a variable-speed system running at 40% capacity for 14 hours uses less electricity than a single-stage running full blast for 6. The utility bill difference pays for the tier upgrade in under 7 years.
Every replacement includes a 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), 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.
Neighborhoods we serve in Plano: West Plano, Legacy, Willow Bend, Parker Road
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 Plano, TX
How much does a new AC system cost in Plano, 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+. Exact price depends on tonnage and whether it's electric or heat pump. Heat pump adds $2,000; 10-year labor warranty adds $3,500.
What SEER rating do you recommend for West Plano homes?
For West Plano and Legacy 2-story homes with multi-zone systems, I recommend 18 SEER2 dual-stage (Stay Frosty) at minimum. Plano tech workers are home all day, which means your system runs 14+ hours — a variable-speed 20+ SEER2 system (It's A Frosty Life) typically pays back the upgrade cost in 5-7 years through Oncor bill savings.
How long does AC installation take in Plano?
Standard residential replacement is one full day (8-10 hours). Homes requiring ductwork repairs, electrical upgrades, or multi-zone reconfigurations can take 2 days. We pull the Plano permit before we start, and the city inspector comes out within 2-3 weeks of completion.
Should I replace my 15+ year-old R-22 system in East Plano?
For most 1970s-80s East Plano homes with R-22 systems, yes. R-22 production ended in 2020 and costs $150-$200/lb now, so any significant leak or compressor failure makes replacement the cheaper long-term choice. We run the numbers both ways and show you side-by-side costs so you can decide — no pressure.
Do you offer financing for AC replacement in Plano?
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. Financing applications take 5 minutes and most Plano homeowners get approved same-day.
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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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