Texas has the highest air conditioning demand in the United States. Summers regularly hit 100–112°F across Central and West Texas, and humidity in Houston, Corpus Christi, and Southeast Texas compounds the cooling load. Whether you need an AC replacement, heat pump, mini-split, or furnace — get free quotes from licensed TDLR-registered HVAC contractors in your area.
Texas's climate creates year-round HVAC demand. The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex hits 100°F+ for weeks each summer. Houston's humidity makes cooling feel more extreme than the temperature indicates. El Paso and West Texas average 5+ months of 90°F+ weather annually. South Texas — San Antonio through Laredo — runs AC for 9–10 months per year.
Winter Storm Uri in February 2021 killed hundreds of Texans when ERCOT grid demand exceeded capacity. The event accelerated demand for high-efficiency HVAC systems that draw less power during peak demand events — and for heat pumps that provide both heating and cooling efficiently.
✔ Federal 25C Tax Credit: up to $2,000 for qualifying heat pumps
✔ Federal 25C: up to $600 for high-efficiency furnaces and air handlers
✔ CPS Energy (San Antonio): rebates up to $600 for qualifying HVAC systems
✔ Austin Energy: rebates and efficiency programs for Austin homeowners
✔ CenterPoint Energy: energy efficiency programs for Houston area customers
✔ ERCOT grid: high-efficiency HVAC reduces peak demand — relevant after Winter Storm Uri