FAQ
Honest answers about heat pumps in Colorado.
The questions we get most. If yours isn't here, call us.
Do heat pumps actually work in Colorado winters?
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Yes. Modern heat pumps are built for cold weather and keep working down to about −13°F. The Front Range only gets that cold a handful of days a year. We always pick equipment rated for Colorado winters - not the basic stuff that struggles when it dips below freezing.
Won't my electric bill go through the roof?
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Not if it's sized and installed right. A good heat pump produces about 2 to 3 times more heat than the electricity it uses, which makes it cheaper to run than a gas furnace most of the year. The horror stories you've heard usually come from systems that were too small or installed poorly. We won't let that happen.
What does a heat pump cost in Colorado, after rebates?
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A typical install runs $18,000–$24,000 before rebates. Stack the Xcel rebate (about $6,750), the Colorado state credit ($333+ off your invoice), and Power Ahead Colorado ($1,500 when active) and most homeowners end up paying $9,000–$15,000 out of pocket. We show you the exact numbers on your quote.
How long does the install take?
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Most jobs are done in a single day. If your home needs an electrical panel upgrade or a few extra mini-split heads, it can stretch to 2–3 days. We'll tell you exactly what's needed before we start.
What about when the power goes out?
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A heat pump needs electricity, but so does a gas furnace - the fan and ignition both need power to run. So in a power outage, you're in the same spot either way. If outages are a real worry where you live, we can match you with a heat pump that pairs cleanly with a battery backup.
Should I keep my gas furnace as a backup?
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Sometimes yes! If your gas furnace is fairly new, keeping it as winter backup (called a "hybrid" or "dual fuel" setup) can be the cheapest, lowest-stress option. The heat pump does most of the work, and the furnace kicks in only on the coldest days. We'll tell you honestly which setup makes sense for your home.
Do you handle the rebate paperwork?
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Yes - that's our job, not yours. We're approved with Xcel and registered with the Colorado Energy Office, which means rebates get filed correctly and the state credit shows up right on your invoice. You just pay the lower price.
What brands do you install?
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We work with the best names in cold-weather heat pumps - Mitsubishi, Bosch, Daikin, Carrier, and Trane. Honestly, brand matters less than picking the right model and installing it correctly. We pick what fits your home, not what's easiest for us.
How do I get a quote?
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Click "Get Instant Quote" anywhere on the site. We'll ask a few easy questions about your home, and you'll see your price (with rebates already deducted) in about 2 minutes. No salesperson coming to your house.
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