Ducted Heat Pumps
One system replaces your furnace and AC, sized for Colorado winters with a written scope before anything is booked.
What Goes Wrong
Skipping key steps at the start creates performance problems that show up every winter.
A heat strip sized by guesswork leaves the system short on output when Colorado temperatures drop below 20°F.
A full Manual J load calculation sets the auxiliary heat strip size to cover the actual worst-case heating demand.
Connecting a new air handler to unsealed ducts bleeds conditioned air into wall cavities, cutting delivered efficiency by 20-30%.
A duct inspection before installation confirms sizing and sealing, so the system delivers its rated airflow at every register.
An incorrect refrigerant charge at startup forces the compressor to work harder, shortening its lifespan and raising running costs.
A refrigerant pressure check during startup confirms the charge is within the manufacturer’s specified range before the job closes.
A standard furnace thermostat wired to a heat pump can trigger the auxiliary strip unnecessarily, adding hundreds of dollars to winter bills.
The thermostat is confirmed compatible with heat pump staging and auxiliary lockout before the system is commissioned.
System Scope
From the outdoor condenser to the final airflow check, here is what the full installation includes.
The condenser is set on a level pad, connected to the refrigerant line set, and wired to the electrical disconnect.
The indoor air handler replaces the existing furnace or coil cabinet and connects to the existing duct system.
The backup heat strip is sized from the load calculation to cover Colorado’s coldest design temperatures.
Existing ductwork is inspected for leaks, sizing gaps, and pressure losses before the new system is connected.
Copper line set is run between units, then the system is charged and pressure-checked to the manufacturer’s specification.
Airflow at each register, refrigerant pressure, and thermostat staging are all verified during the final commissioning check.
Swap an aging heat pump for a current-efficiency model.
Replace separate heating and cooling with one ducted system.
Install a heat-pump-compatible smart thermostat.
Seal and resize ducts ahead of the new system install.
Why Choose Us
Every step from first contact to post-install check is structured to protect you from surprises.
You receive an itemised estimate covering equipment, installation scope, and timeline before any booking is made.
Every enquiry includes a sizing review that accounts for Colorado Front Range elevation, not a sea-level default.
We connect you with independent local installers who carry the credentials and insurance to work in Lakewood.
The installer confirms refrigerant pressure, register airflow, and thermostat staging before the job is closed out.
Correct installation and commissioning are the biggest factors in reaching the upper end of a heat pump’s service life.
The Process
01
Tell us your home size, current heating setup, and duct condition so we can arrange the right local installer for your property.
02
The installer runs a load calculation and duct inspection, then delivers an itemised estimate covering equipment, labor, and timeline.
03
The system is installed, charged to spec, and balanced, with a startup check confirming output at every register before sign-off.
Pricing Estimates
| System type | Typical installed cost | Typical setup |
|---|---|---|
| Single-zone system | $3,500-$5,500 | 1 room |
| Two-zone system | $4,500-$8,000 | 2 rooms |
| Three-zone system | $6,500-$11,000 | 3 rooms |
| Whole-home multi-zone system | $12,000-$26,000 | 4 or more zones |
| Ducted replacement system | $12,000-$18,000 | Whole home |
Tell us about your home and we’ll arrange a local installer to run a load calculation, inspect your ducts, and put the full scope in writing before anything is booked.