R-22 (Freon) production has ended, making it increasingly expensive and hard to find. If your older system uses it, we'll walk you through your real options.
Active units staged across Houston, Katy, Sugar Land & The Woodlands.
Understanding the phase-out affects your decision.
Since new R-22 production stopped, remaining supply comes from reclaimed and stockpiled sources, which has driven prices up substantially — a factor that increasingly tips the math toward system replacement over R-22 repairs.
| HVAC Services Houston, TX | Industry Average |
|---|---|
| Free diagnostic with any repair | $89–$150 diagnostic fee |
| Live line answered 24/7 | Voicemail after 6pm |
| ~35-min average dispatch | 2–4 hour arrival windows |
| Written price before repair starts | Verbal quote, surprise total |
| NATE-certified technicians | No certification requirement |
| 1-year written repair warranty | 30-day or no warranty |
Every technician holds NATE certification and Texas TACLB licensing before ever stepping on your property.
Live tech walks you through breaker and thermostat checks while a truck is routed.
Refrigerant pressure, electrical, and airflow tested — not a guess.
You approve a flat, itemized price before any part is touched.
Most repairs completed same-visit from a fully stocked truck.
We confirm supply-air temperature drop before we leave.
Fast diagnostics for warm air, no cooling, and dead systems.
SIZED RIGHTLoad-calculated systems, not oversold tonnage.
SEASONALTune-ups that catch failures before peak summer.
WINTER READYFurnace and heat pump service for cold fronts.
Nights, weekends, and holiday dispatch.
Sealing and repair for even cooling and lower bills.
AIR QUALITYPurifiers and humidity control for cleaner indoor air.
COMMERCIALRooftop units and multi-zone systems for facilities.
R-22 pricing reflects current market realities for this phased-out refrigerant.
Highly variable based on current market pricing and amount needed.
Repairing the leak plus recharge, though replacement may be more cost-effective.
Often the more cost-effective long-term choice for R-22 systems needing significant refrigerant work.
If your system uses R-22, it's likely 15+ years old, nearing typical end-of-life anyway.
R-22 costs are expected to continue rising as remaining stockpiles diminish.
R-22 systems are typically far less efficient than current R-410A systems.
Age, efficiency, and refrigerant cost together often favor replacement over continued R-22 repairs.
"AC died at 9pm in July. Tech was at our door in 30 minutes and had it running again within the hour."
"Gave us the price upfront, no surprise charges. Compressor was clearly explained before they touched it."
"Called three companies at 11pm — only one picked up. Real technician walked me through safety steps."
If you searched for HVAC help near you from anywhere in Houston, you are in the right place. Also serving Houston and the surrounding metro.
We serve Houston ZIP codes 77002, 77003, 77004, 77005, 77006, 77007, 77008, 77009, 77019, 77027, 77056, 77057, 77063, 77077, 77079, 77080, 77081, 77082, 77084, 77090, 77095, 77098, 77099.
Systems installed before approximately 2010 commonly use R-22 — we can confirm this during inspection, often from a data plate on the unit.
Yes, though it's increasingly expensive as it comes from reclaimed and stockpiled supply rather than new production.
Not necessarily if it's running fine, but if it develops a significant leak, replacement often makes more financial sense than an expensive recharge.
Some systems can be retrofitted, though this isn't always cost-effective compared to full replacement — we'll assess your specific system.
New production and import of R-22 has ended; existing systems can continue operating using reclaimed refrigerant supplies.
Same-day dispatch open now across Houston, TX.
Talk to a live technician now — ~35-min dispatch, free diagnostic with repair. No overtime fees, nights & weekends.
Call (281) 549-0799