Frosty's HVAC
4.9 stars · 99 Google reviews

Heating Repair in Cleburne, TX

Fast, honest, flat-rate residential furnace and heat pump repair in Cleburne. Diagnostic $85 (waived with repair). Licensed TACLA126718E, EPA 608 Universal certified, family-owned since 2018.

Licensed TACLA126718E
EPA 608 Universal Certified
Family-Owned Since 2018
99 Reviews · 4.9 Stars

How Much Does Heating Repair Cost in Cleburne?

Furnace repair in Cleburne starts at $85 for the diagnostic (waived with any repair). Most common heating repairs fall in the $250-$1,300 range. We're flat-rate, which means the price quoted before we start is the price you pay at the end. Frosty Club members save 10-15% on every repair.

RepairRegular PriceFrosty Club Member
Diagnostic / service call(Waived with repair)$85$72.25
Furnace ignitor replacement$400$340
Flame sensor replacement$400$340
Pressure switch replacement$250 – $550$212.50 – $467.50
Pilot assembly replacement$350 – $550$297.50 – $467.50
Gas valve replacement$400 – $1,200$340 – $1,020
Inducer motor replacement$500 – $1,300$425 – $1,105
Blower motor (standard)$750 – $1,500$637.50 – $1,275
Blower motor (ECM)up to $2,800up to $2,380
Control board (universal)$500$425
Control board (ECM / modulating)up to $3,500up to $2,975
Thermostat (basic)$350$297.50
Thermostat (programmable)$500$425
Cracked heat exchanger(CO safety — never repaired)FULL FURNACE REPLACEMENTFULL FURNACE REPLACEMENT

Cracked Heat Exchanger: Safety First

A cracked heat exchanger means combustion gases — including carbon monoxide — can leak into your home's air supply. We NEVER repair a cracked heat exchanger. The only safe fix is a full furnace replacement. If I find a crack during diagnostic, I red-tag the unit on the spot and show you our three replacement tiers. Learn more about CO safety at the EPA.

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What Are the Most Common Heating Problems in Cleburne?

Texas winters are mild, but furnaces still need regular service — and when they fail on a 28°F January morning, they tend to fail all at once. Here's what I see most often on Cleburneheating calls, and what each one typically costs to fix.

Furnace won't ignite

Failed hot-surface ignitor ($400) or coated flame sensor ($400). Both are same-day fixes. The $85 diagnostic identifies the exact cause.

Blowing cold air instead of hot

Usually a failed ignitor, bad flame sensor, or a stuck gas valve. We run a combustion analysis to confirm the exact cause before quoting.

Loud buzzing or grinding

Dying inducer motor ($500-$1,300) — the draft fan pulling combustion gases through the heat exchanger. Replace before it takes out the control board.

Short cycling (on/off/on/off)

Dirty flame sensor, failing limit switch, or restricted airflow. Can be an early warning of a heat exchanger issue — we diagnose carefully.

Gas smell or CO alarm

EMERGENCY — leave the house, call Atmos Energy at 866-322-8667, then call us. We locate the leak source and repair or red-tag as required.

Cracked heat exchanger

Carbon monoxide risk — NEVER repaired. Full furnace replacement required for safety. We confirm with combustion analyzer and bore-scope inspection.

Why Do Cleburne Homeowners Choose Frosty's for Heating Repair?

Heating repair in Cleburne is dominated by gas furnace work because Atmos Energy has served Johnson County's seat with natural gas infrastructure for decades and every builder from the 1940s onward installed gas heat as the standard. Original Cleburne neighborhoods near the courthouse square carry some of the oldest residential gas furnaces in the area — 60,000-80,000 BTU 80% AFUE units from the 1970s-1990s on pier-and-beam and slab foundations, now 30-50 years into service where hot-surface ignitors ($400, $340 member), dirty flame sensors ($400, $340 member), and stuck gas valves ($400-$1,200, $340-$1,020 member) are the most frequent failures. Belle Meadows and Westhill homes from the 1990s-2000s run 80-90% AFUE furnaces hitting the 20-year failure window. Wagon Wheel Acres larger-lot properties with oversized furnaces see short cycling that wears out gas valves and inducer motors faster than properly sized equipment.

Inducer motor failures ($500-$1,300, $425-$1,105 member) are a growing winter call across Cleburne because the Belle Meadows and Westhill installation wave from the 1990s-2000s is aging past the 20-year mark where inducer bearings consistently seize. The furnace hums on startup but the inducer cannot pull enough draft to close the pressure switch — lockout codes and no heat. I diagnose with static pressure on the vent, current draw on the motor, and visual bearing inspection. On 96% AFUE condensing furnaces in Burgess Meadows and Villages at Mayfield newer builds, pressure switch issues ($250-$550) from clogged PVC intake venting are common after ice storms that plug the exterior intake pipe with freezing rain — and Cleburne sits far enough south of the DFW urban core that ice events hit harder with no heat-island protection.

The heat exchanger is the component I watch most carefully on older Cleburne furnaces. Original Cleburne homes near the courthouse square have furnaces old enough that cracked heat exchangers are a real and present danger — cracks leak combustion gas including carbon monoxide directly into supply air that circulates through every room. We do not repair cracked heat exchangers; we condemn the furnace and quote full replacement because there is no weld that meets factory safety spec. Every Cleburne heating diagnostic includes a CO check at the supply register. I'm Omar Jacobo, EPA 608 Universal certified (#2396328), operating under TACLA126718E with 99 Google reviews at 4.9 stars. Se Habla Espanol. Call (469) 251-0858 for an $85 diagnostic, waived with repair.

Neighborhoods we serve in Cleburne: Belle Meadows, Nolan River Estates, Westhill, Burgess Meadows, Villages at Mayfield, Original Cleburne downtown, Wagon Wheel Acres, Baker Farms, Lake Pat area, US-67 corridor

Why Should I Trust Frosty's Credentials for Heating Repair?

Because a gas furnace that's repaired wrong can leak carbon monoxide. Every credential below — TACLA126718E, EPA 608 #2396328, 99 Google reviews — is independently verifiable. We red-tag cracked heat exchangers on the spot; we never patch them.

TACLA126718E

Texas HVAC Contractor License held by Mariafernanda Jacobo. Issued and regulated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

EPA 608 Universal

Omar Jacobo, #2396328. Required by the U.S. EPA for any refrigerant work on heat pumps (R-22, R-410A, R-454B, R-32). Also ensures safe combustion analysis standards.

Energy Star Partner

Replacement heating systems meet or exceed U.S. Department of Energy minimums. 90%+ AFUE furnaces and ENERGY STAR heat pumps qualify for some utility rebates.

Learn more about our credentials on our About page or visit omar-jacobo.com.

What Do Cleburne Homeowners Ask About Heating Repair?

How much does furnace repair cost in Cleburne, TX?

Diagnostic $85 flat (waived with repair). Common Cleburne furnace repairs: hot-surface ignitor $400 ($340 for members), flame sensor clean $400 ($340), gas valve $400-$1,200 ($340-$1,020), inducer motor $500-$1,300 ($425-$1,105), pressure switch $250-$550. All flat-rate — you see the total before any work begins.

Is my Original Cleburne furnace safe if the heat exchanger is cracked?

No. A cracked heat exchanger leaks combustion gas — including carbon monoxide — directly into your supply air. We condemn the furnace and quote full replacement because there is no safe repair. Original Cleburne homes with furnaces over 25 years old are the highest risk in the 76031 ZIP. Every heating diagnostic on older equipment includes a heat exchanger inspection and CO check.

Why does my Cleburne furnace keep going into lockout mode?

Furnace lockout in Cleburne is usually one of three causes: dirty flame sensor (most common, resolves roughly 60% of lockout calls at $400 flat), restricted airflow from a clogged filter causing overheating, or a failing pressure switch on 96% AFUE condensing units ($250-$550). Belle Meadows and Westhill furnaces in the 15-20 year range are the most frequent lockout callers across 76031.

My Westhill furnace is 20 years old — is repair still worth it?

Depends on the failure. If it is an ignitor ($400), flame sensor ($400), or even a gas valve ($400-$1,200), repair usually makes sense on a 20-year-old Westhill furnace because these are component-level fixes that extend life meaningfully. If the heat exchanger is cracked or the inducer motor has failed alongside other issues, replacement starts making more financial sense. I run both calculations and show you the comparison.

Do you repair heat pumps in Cleburne?

Yes. Some all-electric newer builds in Burgess Meadows and Villages at Mayfield run heat pumps instead of gas furnaces. Common heat pump failures include defrost board faults, failed reversing valves, outdoor TXV issues, and electric heat strip failures when temperatures drop below 15 degrees. We service Carrier, Trane, Goodman, Lennox, Rheem, and all major residential brands.

My Cleburne furnace smells like burning — should I be worried?

The first fall startup often produces a dust-burning smell that clears in a few minutes — that is normal. If the smell persists beyond 10 minutes, turns electrical or acrid, or smells like natural gas, shut the system off immediately and call us at (469) 251-0858. Electrical smells mean an overheating motor or wiring issue. Gas smell means leave the house and call Atmos Energy at 1-888-286-6700 first.

How fast can you get to Cleburne for a no-heat call?

We are about 65 minutes south of Cleburne via US-67, so same-day response is routine across 76031. During freeze events we prioritize no-heat calls in homes with children, elderly, or pets. Frosty Club members get priority scheduling and reduced after-hours rates. Call (469) 251-0858 for a real ETA.

What Other HVAC Services Does Frosty's Offer in Cleburne?

Beyond heating repair, we cover every residential HVAC need in Cleburne — AC repair, full system replacement, annual tune-ups, and Frosty Club membership discounts. One licensed contractor (TACLA126718E) for every job.

How Do I Schedule Emergency Heating Repair in Cleburne?

Call us or request service online. Same-day appointments available for Cleburne homeowners during winter cold snaps. Flat-rate pricing — no surprises, no hourly charges, no upsell scripts.

Written by Omar Jacobo, EPA 608 Universal Certified Lead Technician at Frosty's HVAC LLC. Licensed TACLA126718E.

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