AC Refrigerant Leak Repair in Houston, TX
A refrigerant leak doesn't just waste money — it starves your system, freezes the coil, and can damage the compressor. Pilo's finds the leak, repairs it properly, and recharges your system to spec. Call (713) 728-9776 for AC refrigerant leak repair in Houston.

Signs you need ac refrigerant leak repair
- AC can't keep up on hot days, even though it runs constantly
- Ice forming on the copper lines or indoor coil
- Hissing or bubbling sound near the indoor or outdoor unit
- Higher electric bills with no other explanation
- System short-cycling or running without cooling
What happens during the service visit
- 1We pressure-test the system with nitrogen to pinpoint the leak — no guessing, no 'just add Freon.'
- 2We show you exactly where the leak is and recommend repair or component replacement based on its location.
- 3We braze or replace the leaking component, pressure-test again, and pull a proper vacuum.
- 4We recharge the system to the manufacturer's weighed-in charge and verify performance.
- 5We confirm cooling to temperature and check for any related stress on the compressor.
How pricing works
The minimum repair to get you running again right now.
We fix only the part that failed — the fastest, lowest-cost option to get your system back on today. It addresses the symptom, not the underlying wear that caused the failure, so it's best when you're planning to replace the system soon or need a short-term hold.
The repair that solves the root cause, not just the symptom.
We replace the failed component plus the connected parts that are wearing out next, so you don't pay for a second visit in a few weeks. It costs more than a Band-Aid up front but lasts longer and protects the rest of the system.
Smart Fix plus a full tune-up, inspection, and maintenance plan.
Our most complete option — the Smart Fix repair, a full system tune-up and safety inspection, and enrollment in our maintenance plan so the repair stays protected and the next problem gets caught early. Best when you want the issue solved and prevented.
Every repair starts with one flat diagnostic fee, and that fee is credited 100% toward your completed repair — so you never pay twice for the same visit. Most common repairs (capacitors, contactors, drain clearages) run $150–$400; larger fixes like compressors or coils cost more. You'll see a flat-rate quote before any work starts.
Repair or replace — an honest recommendation
A leak on an accessible copper line is a clean, affordable repair. A leak inside the indoor coil on an older system often points to coil replacement — and if the system is out of warranty and over 10 years old, a high-efficiency replacement can cost less than the repair within a few years. We'll show you both.
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Emergency AC Repair
When your AC fails in a Houston summer, it's not an inconvenience — it's an emergency. Pilo's dispatches NATE-certified technicians 24/7 with fully stocked trucks to get you back to cool, day or night. Call (713) 728-9776 now for same-day emergency AC repair.
Learn MoreEvaporator Coil Replacement
A failed evaporator coil freezes your system, leaks refrigerant indoors, and stops your AC from cooling — and a coil that matches your condenser matters more than most people realize. Pilo's replaces evaporator coils correctly. Call (713) 728-9776 for evaporator coil replacement in Houston.
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