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AC Installation Castle Hills, TX
Need a new AC system in Castle Hills?
Honeycomb Heating & Cooling (License #TACLA140435E) sizes every install with a Manual J load calculation, not a square footage guess because an oversized system short-cycles and leaves Castle Hills homes clammy at 75°F. Transparent quotes from $10,800. 5.0 stars from 622+ Google reviews. 1-day installs. Call (726) 233-6044
Honeycomb Heating & Cooling serves 78213 from the brick ranches along Gaelic Drive to the two-stories near Northwest Military Highway, with transparent rate installations. Experienced with Castle Hills’ original ductwork constraints, single-pane window heat gain, and the humidity imbalance that oversized systems leave behind. Licensed TACLA140435E. Call (726) 233-6044
Great company. Got the work done quickly and neatly. Angel and Sergio were super helpful and kind. They did amazing work. Thank you for the great service guys!
Aaron was amazing. I learned a lot about my AC he also helped me put the air duct on my dryer. Very professional great customer service.
Great experience from start to finish and kept me informed each step of the way.
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What Is AC Installation in Castle Hills, TX?
Castle Hills’ #1 Installation Problem
Oversized systems cause humidity imbalance. A unit too large for your home reaches the thermostat setpoint quickly and shuts off, before running long enough to remove moisture from the air. The result: your home feels clammy at 75°F and the system short-cycles, accelerating compressor wear. Castle Hills’ established ranch stock with original ductwork and single-pane windows, makes this worse than newer construction. Every Honeycomb installation in 78213 starts with a proper load calculation to prevent this entirely.
Castle Hills’ climate is genuinely extreme, over 100 days above 90°F annually, with summers stretching from April through October. That kind of heat exposes undersized, mismatched, or aging systems fast. A wrong-sized unit short-cycles, drives up CPS Energy bills, and fails prematurely. Getting the installation right the first time isn’t optional here, it’s the whole job.
Honeycomb specializes in right-sizing Amana and Goodman systems for the home types spread across Castle Hills’ distinct character. A 1965 ranch on Gaelic Drive with 9-foot ceilings and original single-pane windows needs different tonnage and careful ductwork evaluation than a 1980s brick two-story on Castle Drive with better insulation. Older construction throughout 78213 often has original ductwork that requires assessment alongside the new unit, skipping that step is how other installers create callbacks. Every Honeycomb installation starts with a Texas-compliant load calculation to eliminate guesswork entirely.
Every install is transparent, quoted in writing before work begins. Licensed TACLA140435E. Most Castle Hills residential installations are completed in a single day from system removal to final walkthrough. We handle all CPS Energy SaveNow rebate paperwork before we leave.
How Our AC Installation Process Works in Castle Hills
A reliable AC installation follows a clear process from start to finish. Here’s what to expect when you schedule an installation with Honeycomb in Castle Hills.
1. Schedule a Free In-Home Estimate
Call (726) 233-6044 or submit a request online. Omar Castilleja or one of our certified Castle Hills–area technicians will visit your home within 1–2 business days, no cost, no obligation. Same-day visits available for urgent situations including emergency AC failures during Castle Hills’ peak summer heat.
2. Ductwork Assessment in Castle Hills Priority
In Castle Hills’ 1960s–1985 ranch homes, our first check is always ductwork condition. Original metal ducts or early flex runs often have degraded joints and inadequate insulation that causes conditioned air loss, forcing new systems to short-cycle immediately after install. We inspect all accessible ductwork during the estimate and flag any issues in writing before recommending a system. Duct repair and replacement ranges $400–$6,500.
3. Home Assessment & System Sizing
Our technician performs a Manual J load calculation, the only accurate way to size an AC in Castle Hills’ heat. Whether it’s a 1965 ranch on Gaelic Drive with high ceilings and original single-pane windows, a 1980s brick two-story on Castle Drive, or newer construction in the 78213 zip, we size for your specific home, not a generic square footage estimate. We assess insulation, sun exposure, ductwork condition, and zoning needs. This is the step that prevents humidity imbalance after installation.
4. System Selection & Transparent Quote
We present Amana and Goodman options with a transparent price for each, starting from $10,800 depending on tonnage and efficiency rating. No hidden fees, no hourly charges. We’ll also confirm your CPS Energy SaveNow rebate eligibility, up to $310/ton for Tier 5 systems, before any work begins. You choose what fits your home and budget.
5. Scheduled Installation Day
Our licensed technicians Sergio Alfaro, Angel Alfaro, and Gil Mompaz, arrive on time, remove your old unit, and install the new system. We protect your Castle Hills home throughout and keep the work area clean. Most Castle Hills residential installations complete in 4–6 hours, you’re cooling by evening. Castle Hills homes with original ductwork or low attic clearances may require a full day; we schedule accordingly.
6. System Testing & Final Walkthrough
Before we leave, we run a full system test across every zone to confirm peak performance in Castle Hills’ heat load, specifically checking dehumidification output to confirm the system is running long enough cycles to maintain proper humidity levels. We walk you through thermostat operation, filter schedules, and complete all CPS Energy SaveNow rebate paperwork so you leave nothing on the table.
7. Post-Installation Support & The Comfy Club
Our team is always available for follow-up questions. Comfy Club members get priority scheduling and 15% off all future repairs, keeping your Castle Hills AC running efficiently through 100°F+ summers for years to come. In a city where your system runs 8+ months a year, that’s not optional it’s smart.
Transparent Pricing
Heat Pump
Full System Installation
Castle Hills averages only 22 freeze days/year, a heat pump handles both seasons efficiently. Most popular for Castle Hills ranch and two-story builds.
✓ Single Stage – $10,800 – $18,000
Reliable, standard efficiency for Castle Hills winters and summers. Handles humidity when correctly sized.
✓ Two Stage – $14,200 – $21,100
Enhanced comfort with variable capacity, directly addresses Castle Hills’ short-cycling problem on hot shoulder days.
✓ Variable/Inverter – Ask for a Quote
Maximum efficiency. Quietest and most precise cooling, ideal for Castle Hills homes with significant humidity imbalance history.
Gas Furnace
Full System Installation
Best for Castle Hills homes with existing gas lines wanting powerful warmth during those rare cold snaps.
✓ Single Stage – Ask for a Quote
Classic reliability with powerful gas heating for those rare Castle Hills cold snaps.
✓ Two Stage – Ask for a Quote
Optimized airflow and heat distribution for larger Castle Hills family homes.
✓ Variable/Inverter – Ask for a Quote
Ultra-efficient gas heating paired with high-performance cooling.
Straight Cool
Full System Installation
Budget-friendly cooling for Castle Hills homes that prioritize simple efficiency over dual-season operation.
✓ Single Stage – Ask for a Quote
Budget-friendly cooling for Castle Hills homes prioritizing simple efficiency.
✓ Two Stage – Ask for a Quote
Balanced performance with superior dehumidification, especially valuable in Castle Hills’ humid shoulder seasons.
✓ Variable/Inverter – Ask for a Quote
Top-tier inverter tech for the absolute lowest monthly CPS Energy bills.
aFFORDABLE Pricing. Experienced Team.
Why Castle Hills Homeowners Choose Honeycomb
They’re Your Neighbors, Not a Franchise
Omar Castilleja and Brandon Caputo founded Honeycomb in San Antonio, not a corporate office in another state. They serve Castle Hills, Stone Oak, and Leon Valley because that’s where they live. 5.0★ from 622+ Google reviews from real San Antonio homeowners backs that up. Recognized as one of the best HVAC companies in San Antonio by MySanAntonio.
You Know the Price Before They Arrive
Every AC installation is transparent, written in advance, zero hourly charges. No one starts work until you’ve approved the number. That’s the “no pressure” promise, not just a tagline. Need financing? We work with GoodLeap and Synchrony for zero-interest options.
Sized for Castle Hills, Not a Textbook
Castle Hills’ 100°F+ summers and diverse home stock, 1960s ranches on Gaelic Drive, 1930s brick construction near Northwest Military, 1980s two-stories on Castle Drive, demand precise load calculations and experience with original ductwork and single-pane window heat gain. Honeycomb uses Manual J load calculations on every job. A wrong-sized unit short-cycles, causes humidity imbalance, and fails faster in this climate than anywhere else in Texas.
CPS Energy Rebates, We Handle the Paperwork
Castle Hills homeowners qualify for CPS Energy SaveNow rebates on qualifying high-efficiency systems. Standard Efficiency (Tier 1) up to $115/ton. High Efficiency (Tier 3) up to $175/ton. Ultra High Efficiency (Tier 5) up to $310/ton. Plus a $150 Smart Home Bonus for qualifying thermostats. Honeycomb handles all AHRI certification and rebate paperwork so you leave nothing on the table.
Credentials That Are Verifiable
License #TACLA140435E. BBB A- Rated Accredited. Amana and Goodman certified installations. These aren’t claims, they’re checkable facts.
Support That Doesn’t Stop at Installation
The Comfy Club maintenance plan keeps your system running at peak efficiency, members get priority scheduling and 15% off all future repairs. In a city where your AC runs 8+ months a year, that’s not optional it’s smart. View current specials and membership options.
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Schedule an AC Installation in Castle Hills
If you’re ready to replace your current system or install AC in a Castle Hills home for the first time, Honeycomb Heating & Cooling is available to help. We provide no-pressure estimates and transparent pricing on all AC installations in Castle Hills, TX.
We serve neighborhoods across Castle Hills (78213) from the established ranch homes along Gaelic Drive and Hillside Court on the west side, to brick two-stories near Northwest Military Highway, and properties closer to the IH-10 corridor. Aaron Botts specifically serves the 78213 area and is familiar with the routing and home types throughout Castle Hills.
Most estimates can be scheduled within 1–2 business days. Same-day service is also available for urgent situations, including emergency AC failures during Castle Hills’ peak 100-day heat season. We’re familiar with CPS Energy SaveNow rebate programs available for qualifying high-efficiency system replacements in 78213, ask us when you call.
What Our Customers Say
“Great company. Got the work done quickly and neatly. Angel and Sergio were super helpful and kind. They did amazing work. Thank you for the great service guys!”
Thank you Honeycomb for being a family oriented business and really gearing towards taking care of your customers! You have definitely made an impact in my experience that I will receive your very best every single time! Again Aaron B. heard my concerns and took care of our A/C unit with additional safety precautions to feel more secure!
Selena Jasso
“Armando and Aaron, are extremely courteous, and friendly. Showed up on time, informed us of the steps, and the job to their best, explained me the issues, and the solutions. Documented all the work. Would highly recommend.”
Deals & Specials
Free Nuve Thermostat with Install
Control your home temperature from anywhere. Can’t be combined with other offers.
Get a Free Air Scrubber with Install
Enjoy fresher air throughout your entire home! Can’t be combined with other offers.
Zero Interest with No Monthly Payment
Call for more details. Can’t be combined with other offers.
Castle Hills & Surrounding Neighborhoods We Serve
Honeycomb provides AC installation services across Castle Hills, TX. Below are the neighborhoods and districts we regularly serve each with their own home type, ductwork challenge, and sizing requirements.
Full Castle Hills Coverage, Every Street, Every ZIP
Don’t see your neighborhood listed? We still serve it, call (726) 233-6044 to confirm same-day availability.
- Castle Hills (78213) Core Service Area
Primary service area. Aaron Botts specifically serves this ZIP. 1960s–1980s ranch homes and brick two-stories along Gaelic Drive and Castle Drive, we assess original ductwork before recommending any system size. - Shavano Park (78231)
Luxury estates and custom builds requiring high-tonnage, multi-stage solutions. Manual J essential for homes this size, no rule-of-thumb estimates here. - Stone Oak (78258)
Primarily 2000s-era 2-story homes, commonly requiring 3–5 ton systems with precise balancing to eliminate hot spots and humidity imbalance across floors. - Leon Valley (78238)
Established 1970s/80s homes where we specialize in retrofitting modern Amana units into existing vintage ductwork, assessing leakage before sizing any new system.
- Alamo Ranch (78253)
Modern master-planned builds where we focus on fixing “builder-grade” airflow issues and upgrading to high-efficiency SEER2 systems sized for the area’s high sun exposure. - Far North Central SA (78216, 78217)
Newer 2-story homes along the 1604 corridor that often require specialized zoning to keep upstairs bedrooms cool, a classic humidity imbalance zone. - Northwest San Antonio (78251, 78227)
High-growth residential areas where we provide “Texas-Tough” Goodman systems designed for heavy sun exposure and constant cycling through SA summers. - Medical Center / Babcock Area
Busy professional area where we offer 1–2 business day estimates and rapid single-day installations for healthcare workers and families with no time to spare.
Your Canyon Lake AC Team
These are the people who actually show up at your door.
Founders
Brandon Caputo
Owner & Co-Founder
Brandon has been around construction and home services his entire career. He started managing for a house painting company in college, moved to San Antonio, then worked in flooring and general contracting where he learned the trades, including HVAC. He founded Honeycomb after watching homeowners get overcharged by contractors they couldn’t trust, with no way to know if the price was fair. His son Grayson is Honeycomb’s biggest fan. When he’s not working, Brandon is in the gym or on the basketball court.
- Owner
- Co-Founder
Omar Castilleja
Master Technician & License Holder
Omar holds 27 years of residential HVAC experience and the company’s Texas HVAC license (TACLA140435E). He holds EPA 608 certification and a TDLR license, and personally oversees Honeycomb’s most complex installs including Castle Hills’ 1960s ranch homes with original ductwork where oversizing causes long-term humidity failures. Omar understands San Antonio’s diverse home types better than most, particularly north side construction from Shavano Park to Stone Oak.
- TACLA140435E
- EPA 608
- TDLR Licensed
- 27 Yrs Experience
Installation & Service Team
Aaron Botts
Service Technician · 5 Yrs
Serves Castle Hills, Timberwood Park, Bulverde, and Stone Oak. Aaron is known for thorough diagnostics and clear explanations, documents every step with photos. Specifically familiar with Castle Hills’ 78213 ranch stock and original ductwork configurations. Outside of work, he paints murals.
- Background Checked
- Amana Trained
Steven Leon
Service Technician · 8 Yrs
Serves Castle Hills, Timberwood Park, Bulverde, and Stone Oak. With 8 years of experience, Steven is one of Honeycomb’s most senior techs. Enjoys yard work and spending time with family.
- 8 Yrs Experience
- Background Checked
Sergio Alfaro
Install Technician · 5 Yrs
Handles new system installations across Castle Hills, Shavano Park, and surrounding north-side communities. Core install crew on every job. Install certified and Goodman trained.
- Install Certified
- Goodman Trained
Angel Alfaro
Install Technician · 5 Yrs
Works alongside Sergio on Castle Hills installs. Angel brings precision and a positive attitude to every job and brings both to the stage too, as he enjoys singing and performing.
- Install Certified
- Amana Trained
Gil Mompaz
Service & Install Tech · 4 Yrs
Handles both service calls and installs across Castle Hills and Bexar County. Versatile enough to step in on diagnostics or full installs as needed. Likes fishing and playing soccer on weekends.
- Service & Install
- Background Checked
Alejandra Sotelo
Customer Service · 4 Yrs
Alejandra is the first voice you’ll hear when you call Honeycomb. She schedules Castle Hills and Bexar County appointments, coordinates same-day service, and makes sure no customer falls through the cracks. Loves coffee and fancy dinners.
- 4 Yrs Experience
- Scheduling Lead
Ac Installation FAQ Castle Hills
How long does AC installation take in a Castle Hills home?
Most Castle Hills residential AC installations complete in 4–6 hours from removal of the old unit to final system testing. Castle Hills homes built in the 1960s and 1970s with original flex duct or enclosed attic chases may run a full day if duct condition requires assessment alongside the new unit. Sergio Alfaro, Angel Alfaro, and Gil Mompaz handle most Castle Hills installations, they document every step and you’re cooling the same day. Call (726) 233-6044 to schedule.
How much does AC installation cost in Castle Hills, TX?
AC installation in Castle Hills runs from $10,800 depending on tonnage, efficiency rating, and whether original ductwork needs evaluation, common in Castle Hills’ 1960s and 1970s ranch stock. Single-stage heat pump: $10,800–$18,000. Two-stage: $14,200–$21,100. Honeycomb provides transparent written quotes before any work begins, zero hourly charges. CPS Energy SaveNow.
Why does my Castle Hills home feel humid after a new AC installation?
Humidity after a new AC install in Castle Hills is almost always caused by an oversized system. A unit too large for your home reaches the thermostat setpoint quickly and shuts off before running long enough to remove moisture from the air. Castle Hills’ established ranch homes, many built between 1960 and 1985, often have original ductwork that compounds this problem by leaking conditioned air before it reaches living spaces, forcing the system to cycle even shorter. Honeycomb uses Manual J load calculations on every job to eliminate this problem. A two-stage or variable-speed system directly addresses short-cycling on hot shoulder days.
Do I need to replace my ductwork when installing a new AC in Castle Hills?
Not always but it must be assessed. Many Castle Hills homes built before 1985 have original metal or early flex duct that has degraded joints, collapsed sections, or inadequate insulation for a modern high-efficiency system. Installing a new unit on failing ductwork wastes 20–30% of cooling output and guarantees callbacks. Honeycomb inspects all accessible ductwork during the in-home estimate and flags any issues with a written quote before any work begins. Duct repair and replacement ranges $400–$6,500.
Are there CPS Energy rebates for AC replacement in Castle Hills?
Yes. Castle Hills falls within CPS Energy‘s service territory and qualifies for SaveNow rebates on high-efficiency AC replacements. Standard Efficiency (Tier 1): up to $115/ton. High Efficiency (Tier 3): up to $175/ton. Ultra High Efficiency (Tier 5): up to $310/ton. Plus a $150 Smart Home Bonus for qualifying thermostats. Honeycomb handles all AHRI certification and CPS rebate paperwork as part of every installation, you leave nothing on the table.
What AC system size does a Castle Hills ranch home need?
Proper sizing requires a Manual J load calculation, not a square footage guess. Castle Hills’ established ranch homes vary significantly: a 1965 single-story on Gaelic Drive with original single-pane windows and minimal attic insulation needs different tonnage than a 1980s brick two-story on Castle Drive with better construction. An oversized system short-cycles and leaves homes feeling clammy at 75°F. Honeycomb technicians assess insulation, ductwork, sun exposure, and zoning before recommending any system, skipping that step is how other installers generate unnecessary callbacks in the 78213 area.
What’s the difference between CPS Energy’s Early Replacement and Burnout rebate in Castle Hills?
CPS Energy distinguishes between two replacement scenarios for its SaveNow rebates. Early Replacement: you’re replacing a functioning system with a more efficient one, CPS typically offers the full tier rebate. Burnout: you’re replacing a broken unit, the rebate structure may differ slightly depending on current program terms. In both cases, Honeycomb handles the AHRI certification paperwork and submits the rebate application for you. Ask us when you call, we’ll confirm what your specific situation qualifies for.
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