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AC Tune-Up & Maintenance in The Colony, TX

Keep your The Colonyhome 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 The Colony 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.

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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 The Colony Homeowners

The Colony homeowners — especially lakefront in Stewart Peninsula and Rivers Edge — deal with 5-10% higher ambient humidity than inland DFW, and that drives the maintenance case hard. Higher humidity means more coil sweat, more drain-pan sludge, more mold growth in supply boots, and faster copper line corrosion. Twice-a-year tune-ups aren't optional here — they're the difference between a system that lasts 15 years and one that quits at 8. We push 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 The Colony 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 (critical on lakefront systems), 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. On Grandscape variable-speed systems we also pull ECM motor programming and verify it still matches the install spec.

For The Colony homes whose systems haven't been serviced in 3+ years — common in Indian Creek rentals and some lakefront vacation homes — 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 (lakefront coils pick up mineral scale faster), 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 The Colony: Austin Ranch, Grandscape, Rivers Edge, Indian Creek, Stewart Peninsula

Tune-Up FAQ for The Colony, TX

How often should I service my HVAC in The Colony?

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. Lakefront humidity in Stewart Peninsula and Rivers Edge accelerates coil corrosion and drain-line sludge, 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 The Colony?

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. For Grandscape variable-speed systems, we also verify ECM motor programming. Inspection is written up in front of you.

Is the Frosty Club worth it for The Colony homeowners?

For most The Colony 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. Lakefront homes get the biggest value because they need more frequent service.

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

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 (lakefront coils pick up mineral scale fast), 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 The Colony?

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. Call (469) 254-0548.