How Much Does a New AC System Cost in Texas?
A new AC system in Texas costs $8,000-$20,000+ installed depending on tier. Stay Cool runs $8K-$14K (Goodman 15 SEER2), Stay Frosty $12K-$18K (Carrier 18 SEER2), It's A Frosty Life $16K-$20K+ (Trane 20+ SEER2 variable-speed). Every tier is all-in installed, including permit, removal, and warranty registration.
I (Omar Jacobo, license TACLA126718E) hand-picked these three tier programs after 8 years of installing every brand in DFW. All three use R-454B per the EPA AIM Act and follow DOE central-AC efficiency guidance. Every tier I'd be comfortable installing in my own father-in-law's house — that's the bar.
Stay Cool
Reliable, efficient cooling that fits your budget.
- Efficiency
- 15 SEER2
- Compressor
- Single-stage
- Warranty
- 1-year labor warranty
- ✓Standard installation by licensed crew
- ✓Old system removal & disposal
- ✓Permit handling
- ✓Manufacturer warranty registration
- ✓1st year Frosty Club Basic membership
Stay Frosty
The sweet spot. Premium comfort without the luxury price.
- Efficiency
- 18 SEER2
- Compressor
- Two-stage (quieter, more efficient)
- Warranty
- 2-year labor warranty
- ✓Everything in Stay Cool
- ✓Ductwork inspection + sealing
- ✓1st year Frosty Club Premium membership
- ✓Smart thermostat compatible setup
It's A Frosty Life
The pinnacle. Whisper-quiet, museum-grade comfort.
- Efficiency
- 20+ SEER2
- Compressor
- Variable-speed (whisper-quiet, max efficiency)
- Warranty
- 5-year labor warranty
- ✓Everything in Stay Frosty
- ✓Complete ductwork inspection + sealing
- ✓Premium components throughout
- ✓1st year Frosty Club Premium membership
- ✓Priority service for life
Should I Choose a Heat Pump Instead of a Straight AC?
Choose a heat pump instead of a straight AC if you want one piece of equipment that both cools and heats your Texas home — heat pumps run $8,800-$23,000+ installed (10-15% above straight AC), qualify for the federal 25C tax credit up to $2,000, and are available in all three Frosty tiers (Stay Cool, Stay Frosty, It's A Frosty Life) with R-454B refrigerant.
Heat Pump Systems
Heat pumps cool AND heat your home with a single piece of equipment — perfect for Texas climates where winter heating loads are moderate. Available in all 3 tiers (Stay Cool / Stay Frosty / It's A Frosty Life) with prices roughly 10-15% above straight AC.
Learn About Heat Pumps →- ✓ Replaces both AC and furnace
- ✓ Eligible for federal tax credit (up to $2,000)
- ✓ Variable-speed available
- ✓ Best efficiency for shoulder-season heating
- ✓ R-454B refrigerant standard
What Do Texas Homeowners Ask About System Tiers?
Texas homeowners ask five questions most often about Frosty's tier program: which tier fits their home (most pick Stay Frosty at $12K-$18K), whether prices are real or 'starting at' (real installed all-in), whether they can mix brands (no — AHRI-matched only), whether we carry Lennox/Rheem/Bryant (no — Goodman/Carrier/Trane only), and how to compare tiers (answers below).