AC Repair & HVAC Service in Converse, TX
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Get a Free Quote Call (727) 300-6656Converse homes at a glance
Converse, in Bexar County, grew 17.2% from 2020 to 2025, from 27,708 to an estimated 32,481 residents (Census Bureau).
| Converse housing (ACS 2024 5-year) | Figure |
|---|---|
| Median year built | 2003 |
| Homes built 2010 or later | 33.9% |
| Homes built before 1980 | 13.9% |
| Owner-occupied | 74.2% |
| Median home value | $248,400 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-year estimates (2020–2024).
The median home value is lower than in New Braunfels, Boerne, Schertz or Cibolo, so the repair-or-replace math can matter a lot. A written diagnosis and two or three quotes are the simplest protection.
Repair or replace: typical costs
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Service call / diagnostic | $75–$200 (San Antonio: about $75–$150) |
| Capacitor or contactor replacement | $100–$450 |
| Leak repair plus recharge | $200–$1,500 |
| Compressor replacement | $600–$4,000 |
| New central AC, installed (3 tons) | $5,000–$12,000 |
Typical ranges from published cost guides (2024–2026) — estimates, not quotes. National unless marked San Antonio.
A capacitor is a small repair; a compressor on an older system is where many owners price a replacement too. ENERGY STAR suggests considering replacement once an AC is over 10 years old. More in repair or replace and the cost guide.
CPS Energy tune-ups and rebates
If CPS Energy supplies your electricity, check its programs. Eligible single-family customers can get a no-cost High-Performance A/C Tune-up when it is at least 55 °F outside, and CPS lists central AC, heat pump and mini split rebates of $90–$310 per cooling ton for work completed February 1, 2026 to January 31, 2027, filed within 30 days. Funding can run out, so check CPS Energy for current availability. A permit number is required for projects inside San Antonio city limits.
Safety first: if you smell electrical burning, shut the system off at the thermostat and the breaker before anyone looks at it.
Permits and HVAC services in Converse
The Converse Building Division evaluates plans under the 2024 I-Codes, the 2023 NEC and the 2024 USHGC (since October 1, 2024), requires contractor registration and takes permits online through SmartGov. Check with the city for HVAC specifics, and look up any contractor’s license at the TDLR license search.
- Emergency AC repair: request a quote any time; after-hours rates are usually higher.
- AC maintenance: including checking CPS tune-up eligibility.
- AC replacement: when repairs stop making sense.
- Heating repair: furnace and heat strip problems.
- Duct cleaning and ductwork: for dusty vents and weak airflow.
Converse HVAC questions
How much is an AC service call in Converse?
Published cost guides put a diagnostic visit at about $75–$200 nationally and about $75–$150 in San Antonio. Each contractor sets its own fee. Ask before the visit whether the fee is credited toward the repair if you go ahead, and what the after-hours rate is. These are estimates, not quotes.
Is my old R-410A AC still worth repairing?
Often, yes. Existing R-410A systems can still be repaired and recharged after a leak is fixed; only new systems must use lower-GWP refrigerants such as R-454B or R-32. If the repair is a major one, such as a compressor, get a replacement quote alongside it and compare. Never let anyone top off with a different refrigerant.
Who handles permits in Converse?
The Converse Building Division, part of Development Services, reviews plans under the 2024 International codes, requires contractor registration and takes permit applications online through SmartGov. Check with the city for the specifics of an AC replacement; the contractor you hire should pull any permit. This is general information, not legal advice.
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