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AC Tune-Up & Maintenance in McKinney, TX

Keep your McKinneyhome comfortable year-round with professional HVAC maintenance from Frosty's HVAC. Family-owned since 2018. Licensed TACLA126718E. EPA certified.

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Licensed TACLA126718E

EPA 608 Certified

Family-Owned Since 2018

94 Reviews · 4.9 Stars

Tune-Up Pricing for McKinney Homeowners

Flat-rate pricing — no surprises, no hidden fees. Frosty Club members save on every service.

Diagnostic

$85

Member: $72.25

Waived with any repair. Full system evaluation to identify issues before they get expensive.

Basic Tune-Up

$150

Member: $127.5

21-point inspection, coil cleaning, refrigerant check, electrical testing, safety verification. 45-60 minutes.

Super Tune-Up

$1,300

Member: $1,105

Deep clean — pull evaporator coil, clean blower motor, recharge R-454B refrigerant. 2-3 hours.

Save More with Frosty Club

Basic ($99/yr):10% off all services | Premium ($300/yr): 15% off + $500 repair credit + 2 free tune-ups

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Our 21-Point Tune-Up Inspection

Every tune-up includes a thorough 21-point inspection. We check every component so nothing gets missed.

Thermostat calibration & testing

Refrigerant level check (R-454B only)

Condenser coil inspection & cleaning

Evaporator coil inspection

Blower motor performance test

Electrical connection tightening

Capacitor testing

Contactor inspection

Safety controls verification

Compressor amperage check

Supply & return temperature split

Condensate drain line flush

Air filter inspection

Ductwork visual inspection

Gas valve check (heating)

Ignitor & flame sensor check

Heat exchanger inspection

Fan blade inspection & cleaning

Outdoor unit clearance check

System cycle test

Full performance report

HVAC Maintenance for McKinney Homeowners

McKinney homeowners — especially in Stonebridge Ranch and Craig Ranch — use their HVAC systems harder than the DFW average. Larger square footage on master-planned lots, tight setpoints (most McKinney customers I see run 71-73°F in summer), and 14+ hour daily runtimes put real stress on capacitors, contactors, and blower motors. That's why we push twice-a-year tune-ups here: spring AC (March-April) before the 100°F stretches hit, and fall heating (September-October) before the first freeze. Basic tune-up is $150 flat ($127.50 for Frosty Club members); super tune-up (for systems neglected 3+ years) is $1,300.

Our McKinney basic tune-up covers 21 check points: evaporator and condenser coil cleaning, refrigerant level check against manufacturer spec, capacitor microfarad test, contactor inspection, condensate drain flush and float switch test, thermostat calibration, blower wheel and motor amp draw, electrical connection torque check, and a full CO test at the supply register on gas systems. I fill out the inspection report in front of you, explain what I found, and flag anything that needs watching — I don't hide behind a clipboard. For pre-1950 Historic Downtown homes with crawlspace ductwork, I also do a visual duct inspection that most contractors skip.

For McKinney homes whose systems haven't been serviced in 3+ years — common in Historic Downtown rentals and older Stonebridge Ranch homes that changed hands — the super tune-up ($1,300, $1,105 for members) is the right call. We pull the evaporator coil and blower assembly, deep-clean both, recharge refrigerant to spec (after leak-check, per EPA 608 rules), and restore the system to factory performance. On a 7-10 year old system this typically recovers 15-25% of lost efficiency. The money comes back in a single summer of Oncor bills.

Neighborhoods we serve in McKinney: Historic Downtown McKinney, Stonebridge Ranch, Craig Ranch, Adriatica

Tune-Up FAQ for McKinney, TX

How often should I service my HVAC in McKinney?

Twice a year — spring AC tune-up in March-April before the 100°F stretches, fall heating tune-up in September-October before the first freeze. McKinney homes with larger square footage and tight setpoints put heavier daily runtime on their systems, which makes twice-a-year maintenance especially important. Frosty Club Premium ($300/yr) includes both tune-ups.

What does an HVAC tune-up include in McKinney?

Basic tune-up ($150, $127.50 for members) covers: coil cleaning, refrigerant level check, capacitor and contactor testing, condensate drain flush and float switch test, thermostat calibration, electrical connection check, blower motor amp draw, and CO test on gas systems. I write up the inspection in front of you and explain every finding — no hidden clipboard work.

Is the Frosty Club worth it for McKinney homeowners?

For most McKinney homeowners, yes — especially Premium at $300/yr. You get 2 tune-ups included (worth $300 by themselves), $500 off any repair, 15% off parts, priority scheduling during the 105°F heat wave weeks, and no overtime charges. One capacitor replacement with the 15% parts discount and $500 credit typically covers the full $300 membership cost.

What's a super tune-up and do I need one in McKinney?

Super tune-up ($1,300, $1,105 for members) is a deep-clean for systems that haven't been serviced in 3+ years. We pull the evaporator coil and blower assembly, scrub them clean, recharge refrigerant to spec, and restore full performance. For neglected 7-10 year old systems, it typically recovers 15-25% of lost efficiency. Recommended when airflow is weak, bills are creeping up, or the system is visibly dirty.

When should I schedule my AC tune-up in McKinney?

March through April is ideal — before summer heat arrives. This catches problems early when equipment is easier to service and we're not rushing between emergency calls. Heating tune-ups are best in September-October. Book early — our spring and fall schedules fill 2-3 weeks out, and McKinney is a 35-minute drive so we batch our north-corridor visits. Call (469) 254-0548.