Universal City HVAC Company handles heating and cooling for homes, rental properties, and businesses across Universal City and Bexar County. Whether the system stopped working overnight or you're planning a full replacement, we take calls every day from 5:30 AM to 8:30 PM and get you a price before anything is scheduled.
Residential HVAC. Commercial HVAC. One number for both.
Call (830) 590-9289 for a quote. We'll get your comfort back on track.
This area runs every kind of furnace, AC, and heat pump, and the calls we get reflect that. Older gas furnaces, aging central air systems, newer heat pumps, ductless mini-splits in additions and converted spaces, and everything in between. Homeowners, landlords, property managers, and small business owners all call for different reasons, but the process is the same: the diagnosis explained before any repair is authorized, and a price confirmed before the visit is scheduled.
The work we handle includes:
Both residential and commercial calls are handled. If the system is down at a rental unit or a commercial property and you need someone who can scope the job on the phone, that is exactly how we work.
Reach out and we'll work out what it needs.
Whether this is your first HVAC repair or your tenth, a system that stops cooling in a Texas summer is not something to sit on. Warm air blowing from the vents, the unit short-cycling on and off, a frozen coil, or a condenser that runs but produces nothing are all signs the system needs attention before the problem compounds.
A service call covers a full diagnosis: evaporator and condenser coil inspection, refrigerant level check, blower motor and capacitor assessment, and a look at the electrical connections at the unit. You get clear notes on what was found and what was done, so there is no ambiguity about what the visit turned up.
Common calls include:
The rate is confirmed on the phone before anything is scheduled. Ask what the visit covers and you get a straight answer.
We'll explain the diagnosis before any work is authorized.
A furnace that won't turn on, won't hold temperature, or keeps shutting off mid-cycle needs a look before the next cold snap arrives. In this part of Texas, winters are mild but they are real. A heating system that fails in January is still a problem, and emergency heating repair is available within posted hours.
A furnace service call covers the heat exchanger inspection, igniter and flame sensor check, blower motor review, and filter condition assessment. Short cycling, a cracked heat exchanger, and igniter or flame sensor failure are among the more common findings. The thermostat is confirmed as communicating before sign-off, so you know the system is responding correctly end to end before the visit closes.
Common heating calls include:
Give us a call and we will take care of it.
South Texas runs long, humid summers and winters that are short but cold enough to matter. That combination puts real wear on both sides of a system, and it shapes which jobs come up most often here. A system that was sized for a different house, or that has reached the end of its service life, handles this climate worse every year. The age of the system changes the answer, and that gets said.
When a system has reached the point where repair is no longer the right answer, the conversation shifts to replacement. R-22 refrigerant systems, units with repeated compressor or coil failures, and systems that are simply too old to hold efficiency are all candidates. A replacement visit starts with a load calculation so the new equipment is sized for the actual space, not just matched to whatever came out.
Equipment sized for the space rather than for the last unit makes a measurable difference in both comfort and operating cost. We handle residential replacements and light commercial system swaps, and the price is confirmed before any work is authorized.
Bexar County's climate is well suited to heat pump operation. Mild winters mean the system spends most of its heating hours in a range where a heat pump runs efficiently, and the long cooling season is exactly what a heat pump is built for. Installation covers unit selection, proper sizing, refrigerant line set, and air handler pairing. Both new installations and replacements of existing systems are handled, including ductless mini-split configurations where no existing ductwork is present.
Temperature and humidity are two separate problems in a South Texas summer, and an air conditioner alone does not always solve both. A whole-home dehumidifier integrates directly into the air handler and runs with the system, conditioning air across the entire house rather than one room at a time. The result is a space that feels cooler at the same thermostat setting, with less strain on the AC and better indoor air quality overall. If the house feels clammy even when the system is running, this is worth a conversation.
Some homes need a full system replacement. Others just need a tune-up. And plenty of calls turn out to be a thermostat that stopped communicating, a duct that has been leaking conditioned air into the attic for years, or a system that just needs a proper seasonal check before the heavy-use months hit.
Thermostat and smart-control installation is straightforward work with a real payoff. A programmable or smart thermostat that is wired and configured correctly gives you control over the system's schedule and lets it run more efficiently. If the thermostat is unresponsive, reading the wrong temperature, or simply outdated, that is a quick fix with a clear result.
Ductwork issues show up as uneven temperatures, rooms that never reach the set point, or an energy bill that doesn't match how much the system runs. Duct leak repair and sealing address the airflow losses that make the equipment work harder than it should. A ductwork inspection can identify where the losses are before any sealing work begins.
Seasonal maintenance covers the spring AC tune-up before cooling season and the fall furnace tune-up before heating season. Both visits include a system check, filter assessment, coil inspection, and a review of the components most likely to cause a mid-season failure. Ask what a tune-up covers and you get a plain answer.
Reach out and we'll work out what it needs.
Property managers and business owners have different needs than a homeowner with a single system. Downtime costs money, and a rooftop unit that fails on a hot afternoon affects staff, customers, and the property itself. We handle commercial AC and heating repair, rooftop unit repair and replacement, commercial heat pump service, and ongoing commercial maintenance for offices, retail spaces, and small commercial buildings.
Commercial calls are scoped on the phone. The price is confirmed before the visit is scheduled, and the work is explained before any repair is authorized. If you manage multiple properties or need a reliable contact for ongoing HVAC work across a building, that is a conversation worth having.
Simple booking. Clear pricing. Plain talk about the system.
Call (830) 590-9289 for a commercial quote.
Ready to get the comfort back? The process is direct. Call, describe what the system is doing, and get a rate on the phone. The price is confirmed before anything is scheduled, and you are told what the visit covers before it starts. There are no layers between the call and the booking.
Whether the question is about a repair cost, a replacement quote, a tune-up price, or what a service call runs, those answers are available on the call. We are available every day from 5:30 AM to 8:30 PM, including for emergency no-heat and no-cool calls within those hours.
Give us a call and we will take care of it.
The primary service area is Universal City and the communities nearby in Bexar County and the greater San Antonio metro. That includes:
If you are outside this list but close by, call and ask. The work is handled locally, and coverage for the surrounding area is part of the everyday schedule.
We cover Universal City and the surrounding communities in Bexar County, including Schertz, Converse, Live Oak, Selma, Kirby, Windcrest, and the northeast San Antonio corridor. If you are near Randolph AFB or elsewhere in the county, call and we will confirm coverage for your address. Most calls in this area are within our regular service zone.
We take calls every day from 5:30 AM to 8:30 PM, including weekends and emergency no-heat or no-cool situations. When you call, a real person answers and can scope the job on the phone. We do not route calls through an automated menu or put you on hold to find someone who knows the trade.
The process starts with a phone call to (830) 590-9289.
We ask about the system, the symptoms, and what the space looks like, then give you a rate before anything is scheduled. That applies to repair calls, replacement estimates, and new installation quotes alike.
Yes. We work with homeowners, landlords, property managers, and business owners across Universal City and Bexar County. The process is the same for both: the job is scoped on the call, the price is confirmed before the visit is scheduled, and the work is explained before any repair is authorized.
It helps to know the make and model of the equipment if you can find it, how old the system is, and what it is doing or not doing. If the system is making a specific sound, blowing air at the wrong temperature, or cycling on and off, describe that when you call. The more detail you can give, the more accurately we can scope the job and give you a useful price on the phone.
We gather the details about the system and the symptoms, confirm the price for the visit, and schedule the appointment. Before the visit, you will know what the call covers and what the rate is. After the work is done, you get clear notes on what was found and what was done.
The scope of the job and the equipment involved both affect the price, and those details are worked out on the call before anything is scheduled. A diagnostic visit on a small residential system is priced differently from a full replacement on a larger commercial unit. Ask what the visit covers when you call and you get a straight answer.
Coverage and any applicable travel considerations are confirmed when you call. If you are in a nearby community like Schertz, Converse, or Live Oak, you are likely within the standard service area. Call and give us your address and we will let you know what applies before anything is booked.
Yes. Landlords and property managers call us regularly for repair, maintenance, and system replacement across rental units and multi-unit properties in Bexar County. The job is scoped on the call, and after the work is complete you receive clear notes on what was found and what was done, which is useful for property records.
Emergency calls are answered every day from 5:30 AM to 8:30 PM.
When the system is completely down, call (830) 590-9289 and describe what is happening.
We gather the details on the system and scope the visit on the call so the work can move forward as quickly as the schedule allows.
Furnace fixed. AC humming. Home comfortable again.
Universal City HVAC Company takes calls every day from 5:30 AM to 8:30 PM. Whether the system is down, due for service, or ready for replacement, the quote starts with a phone call.
Call (830) 590-9289 and we will get you a price.
We handle the full range of heating and cooling work for homes and businesses across Universal City and the surrounding Bexar County area. Whether the system needs a quick repair, a seasonal tune-up, or a full replacement, the scope is confirmed before anything is scheduled. The table below covers what each service involves, who it fits best, and a practical note worth knowing before you call.
| System Service | What It Covers | When You Need It | What to Keep in Mind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ductwork Repair & Sealing | Duct inspection for separations and leaks, Sealing of joints and connections, Airflow balance across the system | Homes with uneven temperatures from room to room, weak airflow at vents, or rooms that never reach the set temperature | Leaky ducts push conditioned air into attic and wall spaces instead of into the living area, which is worth checking before replacing equipment that may be working correctly |
| Heat Pump Installation | Outdoor unit placement and refrigerant line set, Air handler pairing, Ductless mini-split option for additions or converted spaces | Homes replacing a separate furnace and AC with a single system, or adding cooling to a room the existing ducts don't reach | Universal City's mild winters and heavy cooling load make heat pumps a practical fit, since one unit handles both seasons |
| Full System Installation & ReplacementMost Popular | Load calculation and equipment sizing, Removal of existing unit, Startup testing and thermostat confirmation | Systems that are more than fifteen years old, have needed repeated repairs, or can no longer hold the set temperature | Equipment sized for the actual space, not just matched to the last unit, is the starting point for a replacement that performs correctly in Universal City's long cooling season |
| Heating & Furnace Repair | Heat exchanger and igniter inspection, Pressure switch and airflow path check, Full system diagnostic before parts are quoted | Households where the furnace is blowing cold air, short cycling, or making unusual sounds | Bexar County winters are mild but real, and a furnace that sat unused through summer can develop igniter or sensor faults before the first cold night |
| Seasonal Maintenance & Tune-Ups | Coil cleaning and refrigerant pressure check, Electrical connections and blower inspection, Drain line and filter review | Homeowners who want to catch small problems before the cooling or heating season begins | An AC that runs from April through October in South Texas works harder than most, and a pre-season check is the most practical way to avoid a breakdown in peak heat |
| Whole-Home Dehumidification & Humidity Control | Dehumidifier connection to air handler and duct system, Independent moisture removal from the cooling cycle, Comfort adjustment at a higher thermostat setting | Homes where the AC holds the temperature but the air still feels heavy and damp through a Bexar County summer | A whole-home dehumidifier reduces the load on the AC, which can lower runtime and extend the life of the cooling equipment |
| AC Repair & Service | Thermostat signal and refrigerant charge, Condenser coil and compressor check, Airflow through the air handler | Homes or businesses with an AC that stopped cooling, cycles oddly, or won't turn on | In South Texas, AC problems that show up in spring often trace back to coil buildup or low refrigerant from the previous season's run |
| Heat Pump Repair & Service | Refrigerant charge and reversing valve check, Defrost cycle diagnostic, Repair-versus-replace assessment | Homes with a heat pump that is not heating in winter or not cooling in summer | The diagnostic process for a heat pump differs from a standard AC or furnace call, so describing the symptom clearly on the phone helps scope the visit |
| Indoor Air Quality & Air Filtration | Whole-house filtration unit connected to air handler, Airborne particle and allergen reduction, Filter media airflow confirmation | Households concerned about dust, allergens, or air quality during long periods of closed-window AC use | In a climate where windows stay closed from April through October, the air inside circulates through the HVAC system repeatedly, making filtration more impactful than in milder regions |
| Thermostat & Smart-Control Installation | Programmable and smart thermostat installation, Air handler communication check, Control options reviewed on the call | Homes where the thermostat is not holding a schedule, not responding, or not communicating with the system | A thermostat that appears to be failing can sometimes point to a wiring issue at the air handler rather than the control itself |
| Emergency HVAC Service | Call intake and system scoping, no-heat and no-cool situations, urgent calls answered when the system is completely down. | Any situation where the system is completely down and waiting is not an option | When you call, we gather details on the system and the symptoms so the visit can be scoped before anyone is dispatched |
Call (830) 590-9289 to talk through what the system is doing and get a price before anything is scheduled.
(830) 590-9289