Packaged Unit Installation in Houston, TX
All-in-one rooftop and ground-mount systems for slab homes and light commercial.
Packaged units put the entire system — compressor, coil, and blower — in one outdoor cabinet, with supply and return air passing through a single curb or wall penetration. They are the standard solution for Houston slab-on-grade homes without attic space and for small commercial buildings.
We install gas/electric, heat pump, and air-conditioner-only packaged units, ground-mounted or rooftop, with new curb adapters, sealed duct connections, and hurricane-rated tie-downs appropriate for Gulf Coast wind loads.
What’s included in every packaged unit installation
- Load calculation and packaged unit selection (gas/electric, heat pump, or AC-only)
- Curb adapter fabrication or replacement for rooftop changeouts
- Crane or lift coordination for rooftop sets
- Sealed duct connections and condensate management
- Wind-load-appropriate anchoring for Gulf Coast storms
- Permits, startup testing, and airflow verification
- Warranty registration and maintenance orientation
When Houston homeowners call us for packaged unit installation
Slab home, no attic
Without attic space for an air handler and ducts, a packaged unit with a short exterior duct run is usually the cleanest design.
Replacing an old rooftop unit
Rooftop packaged units typically last 12–15 years in Gulf Coast conditions; changeouts are usually a single-day crane job.
Small commercial space
Offices, retail bays, and restaurants up to light-commercial tonnage are the classic packaged-unit application.
Flood-prone location
Elevating a packaged unit on a stand or roof keeps equipment above Houston’s flood lines where a ground condenser would drown.
What packaged unit installation costs in Houston
| Scope | Installed range |
|---|---|
| Ground-mount residential changeout | $6,000 – $9,500 |
| Rooftop residential (incl. lift) | $8,000 – $13,000 |
| Light commercial (5–10 ton) | $10,000 – $22,000+ |
Rooftop pricing includes lift equipment but assumes a reusable curb; new curb fabrication adds to the total. Site visit required for rooftop quotes. Prices reflect the Houston market as of November 2026.
Get a firm number for your home. Call +1 (254) 268-2684 — in-home quotes are free and the written price is the price.
Packaged Unit Installation questions
Are packaged units less efficient than split systems?
Modern packaged units reach similar SEER2 ratings as entry split systems. The efficiency gap that existed 15 years ago has largely closed at the residential sizes.
How long does a rooftop changeout take?
Usually one day including the crane set, assuming the existing curb can be reused or adapted.
Can a packaged unit heat too?
Yes — gas/electric packaged units include a gas furnace section, and packaged heat pumps provide all-electric heating and cooling.
Do packaged units survive hurricanes?
Properly anchored units on rated curbs are designed for Gulf Coast wind loads. Anchoring and curb condition are a standard part of our install checklist.
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