Thermostat and Air Quality Upgrades

Thermostat installation in Houston is a small upgrade that makes a big daily difference. We install smart thermostats, media filters and UV lights, then set them up with you so they actually get used.

When to upgrade your thermostat or air quality

  • The old thermostat is off by several degrees from the real room temperature
  • You have to touch a dial all day to stay comfortable
  • The house is stuffy or dusty even after cleaning
  • Filters clog in a few weeks
  • Allergies flare indoors
  • Some rooms are hot while others are cold
  • You want to control the AC from your phone while away
  • Your system has a C-wire and you are not sure if it will work with a new thermostat

How an install works

  1. 1Check your systemWe confirm the wiring, voltage and equipment type so the new device works with it.
  2. 2Pick the right deviceWe explain basic, programmable and smart options and what each one saves.
  3. 3Install and testPower is shut off, the old unit is removed and the new one is wired and tested.
  4. 4Set it up with youWe connect Wi-Fi, set a schedule and show you how to use the app.
  5. 5Add air quality partsIf you want a media filter cabinet or UV light, we install it in the same visit.

Thermostat and air quality options and costs in Houston

Basic programmable thermostat$120–$300 installed (typical)

Set schedules for work and sleep. No Wi-Fi.

Smart thermostat$200–$550 installed (typical)

Wi-Fi control, away mode and usage reports. Our install price for a smart thermostat is $395.

Media filter cabinet$475 (our price)

A 4-inch media filter that traps more dust and lasts longer than a thin filter.

UV light in the air handler$650 (our price)

Helps keep the coil clean and the air fresher.

Typical Houston ranges for planning. Your written price comes after we see the job.

What changes the price

  • Whether your system has a C-wire for power
  • Number of zones or systems
  • Brand and features of the thermostat
  • Whether the filter slot needs to be rebuilt for a media cabinet
  • Add-on parts installed in the same visit

See the full cost guide →

Good to know in Houston

Houston’s humidity makes comfort about more than the number on the thermostat. A smart thermostat that runs longer, quieter cycles can pull more moisture out. A better filter also helps with the pollen, dust and mold spores that spike here in spring and after storms.

Questions about thermostats and air quality

Will a smart thermostat lower my bill?

It can, mainly by raising the temperature a few degrees while you are away. Savings depend on how you use it.

Do I need a C-wire?

Many smart thermostats need one. If your system does not have it, we can add a power adapter or run a new wire.

How often should I change a media filter?

Every 6 to 12 months for a 4-inch media filter, based on pets and dust.

Does a UV light make the air safe?

It helps keep the coil clean. It is not a replacement for a filter or for fixing mold at the source.

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