How do I know if I need emergency AC repair?

If your AC stops cooling, will not turn on, blows warm air, leaks, makes loud noises, or smells burnt, it is time to call. In Texas heat, fast service matters, especially for homes with kids, seniors, pets, or health concerns.

Can you repair all brands and types of air conditioning systems?

Yes. We work on most major AC brands and common residential and light commercial cooling systems. Our licensed and insured team has hands-on experience finding the problem fast and making dependable repairs that help restore comfort as quickly as possible.

How quickly can you respond to an emergency AC problem?

We know a broken air conditioner cannot wait in the Austin area heat. We respond as quickly as possible, diagnose the issue, and explain your repair options clearly. Our goal is to get your system running again without delays, confusion, or unfinished work.

Will you give me an estimate before starting the repair?

Absolutely. We believe in honest estimates and clear communication from the start. After we inspect your system, we will explain what is wrong, what it will take to fix it, and the cost before any repair work begins.

Is it better to repair my AC or replace it?

That depends on the age of your system, the repair needed, and the overall condition of the unit. We will give you straightforward advice based on what makes the most sense for your comfort and budget, with no pressure either way.

Why should I choose Real Texas Plumbing - Heating and Air for emergency AC repair?

We are fully licensed, insured, and experienced, and we stand behind honest service and reliable workmanship. Customers trust us because we show up ready to solve the problem, communicate clearly, and treat every home or business with real respect and care.

Emergency AC Repair in Lago Vista, TX

Licensed & Insured · TDLR AC Contractor TACLA22663C · 4.9 stars on Google · Family-owned since 2018 · Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–8 PM, Sat 8 AM–noon

Real Texas Plumbing - Heating and Air is a family-owned HVAC and plumbing company at 20811 Dawn Drive in Lago Vista, with a second location in Lakeway. When your AC quits, we prioritize no-cooling calls for homes in Lago Vista, Jonestown, The Hollows, Point Venture and Lakeway. Call early and we’ll do everything we can to get to you the same day.

What counts as an AC emergency?

An AC emergency is no cooling when the heat is a risk to someone in your home, water coming from the unit, or a burning smell or breaker that won’t stay on.

Call right away if

Your AC isn’t cooling and someone at home is an infant, an older adult, or has a medical condition
Water is leaking from the indoor unit or through the ceiling
You smell burning
The breaker keeps tripping

Can it wait until the next opening?

Usually yes if the air is just a little warm, the weather is mild, or the system is noisy but still cooling. Don’t keep running a system that’s icing up or tripping its breaker.

AC out right now? Do this first

Set the thermostat to COOL, below room temperature. If the display is blank, try fresh batteries.
Check the breaker once. If it trips again, leave it off and call us.
Look at the air filter. If you can’t see light through it, swap it.
See water around the indoor unit? Turn the system off to protect your ceiling.
Ice on the coil? Set the thermostat to OFF and the fan to ON so it can thaw.
Smell burning or see sparks? Turn it off at the thermostat and the breaker, then call us.

If anyone in the house is at risk from the heat, move them somewhere cool while you wait.

How much does emergency AC repair cost in Lago Vista?

The visit starts at a $65 trip charge, which we apply toward the repair when you schedule. After we test the system, you get a written price before we touch anything.

What changes the price

Parts, the kind of failure, and the age of the system. A capacitor or a clogged drain line costs far less than a blower motor or a refrigerant leak.

Repair or replace?

If your AC is 12+ years old and the repair is a big one, we’ll quote the repair and a replacement side by side and tell you which we’d choose in your house. See AC replacement.

If the AC runs but some rooms stay hot, the problem is often leaky or disconnected ducts in the attic. See air duct repair.

How fast can we get to you?

Emergency calls get priority, and we’ll do everything we can to get to you the same day. Call early. Our phones are answered Monday–Friday 7:30 AM–8 PM and Saturday 8 AM–noon.

We don’t dispatch overnight. If your AC stops after we close, use the steps above, move anyone at risk from the heat somewhere cool, and call us when we open. Call early and we’ll do everything we can to get to you the same day.

Lost heat instead of cooling? See our emergency heating repair page for furnace and heat pump safety steps.

What a Real Texas emergency AC visit looks like

You call or text. We ask what the system is doing and give you safe steps to take until we arrive.
We test the whole system. Thermostat, capacitor, contactor, refrigerant pressures, airflow, coils and the drain line, on both the indoor and outdoor units.
You get the answer and the price. We tell you what failed, and you get a written price before any work begins.
We repair it and prove it. We confirm the fix with real measurements: temperature split, pressures, amp draw and airflow.

What we see most in Lago Vista and Lake Travis homes

Cooling season here runs April into October with long stretches over 100 degrees. In August heat, a failed capacitor is the part we replace most. Humid attics keep condensate drain lines busy, and hillside homes around the lake often cool unevenly. We work across Bar-K Ranches, Tessera, Highland Lake Estates, The Hollows, Point Venture and Jonestown. For the full list of common AC problems, see our AC repair page.

What neighbors say about our AC repairs

“Scheduling was quick and easy. Derek came out and got my AC back up and running in no time.” — Matt S.

“Same day service. Replaced the capacitor. Fast, reliable.” — Erik

“...laid out the solution clearly without any high-pressure sales pitch.” — Karina M.

When your cooling system quits, we move fast, find the real problem, and make the repair the right way so you can get comfortable again with less stress.

Fast Call Response & Triage

When you contact Real Texas Plumbing - Heating and Air for emergency AC repair, we quickly ask about airflow, thermostat issues, warm air, strange noises, water leaks, or a frozen unit. That helps us prioritize the call, give a realistic arrival window, and prepare the right tools and common parts before we head out.

On-Site Diagnosis & Clear Options

Once on site, we inspect the full cooling system, including the condenser, evaporator coil, electrical components, drain line, and refrigerant levels, to pinpoint the failure. We explain what caused the breakdown, what needs immediate attention, and provide an honest repair recommendation before any work starts.

Reliable Repair & Final Testing

After your approval, we complete the repair using proven methods and quality parts, then test system performance, temperature split, airflow, and safety controls to make sure the AC is cooling properly. Before we leave, we walk you through the fix, answer questions, and make sure the job area is clean and complete.