Most AC repairs cost $150 to $650, with a national average of about $360. Big jobs like a compressor or evaporator coil run $1,800 to $4,500 out of warranty (HomeGuide, 2026).
Plano HVAC › AC Repair Cost in Plano, TX (2026)
These are national ranges from the sources cited. We found no published Plano-only price survey, so treat them as a starting point and get at least two written quotes.
Common AC repair costs
| Repair | Typical range (parts and labor) |
|---|---|
| Service call / diagnostic | $75 – $200 |
| AC tune-up | $70 – $200 |
| Capacitor replacement | $100 – $250 |
| Contactor replacement | $200 – $450 |
| Refrigerant recharge (R-410A) | $100 – $320 |
| Refrigerant leak find and fix | $200 – $1,500 |
| Condenser fan motor | $200 – $700 |
| Drain line flush | $75 – $250 |
| Thermostat replacement | $140 – $350 |
| Compressor replacement (out of warranty) | $1,800 – $2,800 |
| Evaporator coil (out of warranty) | $2,500 – $4,500 |
Source: HomeGuide, AC repair cost (2026).
Labor and service-call fees
| Charge | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Service call / diagnostic fee | $75 – $200 |
| Standard hourly labor | $75 – $150 per hour |
| Emergency labor (night, weekend, holiday) | $160 – $250 per hour |
Source: HomeGuide, AC repair cost (2026).
Repair or replace?
HomeGuide puts a full AC replacement at $5,000 to $8,300. It suggests replacing when the unit is over 10 years old, still uses R-22, or the repair is half the cost of a new unit. See 2026 AC replacement cost in Plano.
Before you pay for a repair
- Ask whether the diagnostic fee is credited toward the repair.
- Ask for the company's TDLR A/C Contractor license number and check it.
- Get the price in writing before work starts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does AC repair cost in Plano?
- Most repairs are $150 to $650 based on national 2026 data from HomeGuide. We found no Plano-only price survey.
- How much is an AC service call?
- $75 to $200 is typical, and many companies credit it toward the repair (HomeGuide).
- Is AC repair more expensive at night or on weekends?
- Usually. HomeGuide lists emergency labor at $160 to $250 per hour vs $75 to $150 standard.
Sources
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