Arvada, CO — Jefferson and Adams counties

Heat Pump Repair in Arvada

Heat pumps in Arvada run all year, heating in winter and cooling in summer, so they wear faster than a furnace or AC alone. We diagnose defrost, reversing valve, refrigerant and control faults and quote the fix before we start.

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Heat Pump Repair

Heat Pump Repair for Arvada homes

Heat pumps in Arvada run all year, heating in winter and cooling in summer, so they wear faster than a furnace or AC alone. We diagnose defrost, reversing valve, refrigerant and control faults and quote the fix before we start.

You get a flat price in writing before any work, and we will tell you plainly when a repair is not worth doing.

See our main heat pump repair page for how we approach this work across the metro.

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Defrost failures

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Reversing valve problems

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Refrigerant leaks

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Iced outdoor coils

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Backup heat running constantly

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Thermostat and control faults

Arvada service(303) 627-3395Flat-rate • 7 days
Arvada, CO — local facts

Heat Pump Repair in Arvada: what’s different here

Arvada publishes its own Manual J design criteria (91°F summer dry bulb, 0.832 altitude correction east of Hwy 93) and requires an ACCA Manual J for new or downsized systems.

Defrost season

From November to March, Arvada nights average around 17.1°F. Outdoor coils ice up and the defrost cycle has to clear them; a failed defrost sensor or board is the most common winter call we get on heat pumps.

Snow and ice

Arvada averages 75.5 inches of snow a year. Units need to sit above the snow line with clear drainage, or meltwater refreezes into the fan and coil. We check the pad height and clearance on every call.

Year-round wear

A heat pump logs roughly twice the run hours of a single-season system. Capacitors, contactors and the outdoor fan motor get the hardest use.

Hytek pricing

Heat Pump Repair: $150 – $1,200+. Flat-rate, approved before work starts. Free estimates on replacements.

Elevation & climate

5,453 ft. Avg January low 17.1°F, avg July high 88.2°F, about 75.5 in of snow a year.

Homes

About 52% of Arvada homes were built before 1980 (median year built 1979).

Utilities

Electric: Xcel Energy. Gas: Xcel Energy.

Permits

City of Arvada Building Safety Division. Replacement or new furnaces, ACs, heat pumps, mini-splits and water heaters need a permit before work starts, filed through eTRAKiT by a city-licensed contractor.

Rebates and programs for Arvada homeowners (2026)

  • Power Ahead Colorado: $1,500 off a new ENERGY STAR cold-climate heat pump (ducted or ductless) in an existing home. Needs pre-approval through a Power Ahead-badged contractor before work starts; stacks with utility and state incentives. Source
  • Arvada residents can get a free Home Energy Squad Plus visit through the city’s Energy Action Plan while the offer lasts.
  • Colorado heat pump tax credit: $1,000 for air-source systems in 2026, claimed by a registered contractor who must pass at least a third to you as an invoice discount.

More Hytek services in Arvada

Arvada neighborhoods we serve

Olde Town Arvada, Candelas, Leyden Rock, Lake Arbor, West Woods, Allendale, Scenic Heights, Five Parks — ZIP 80002, 80003, 80004, 80005, 80007

Heat Pump Repair near Arvada

Heat Pump Repair in Arvada: common questions

How much does heat pump repair cost in Arvada?

Our published range is $150 – $1,200+. Every Hytek job is quoted flat-rate and approved before work begins, so the price you agree to is the price you pay. Replacements get free in-home estimates; see the full HVAC cost guide for the other services.

Do I need a permit for HVAC work in Arvada?

Repairs generally do not. Replacing or installing a furnace, AC, heat pump or water heater does. Permits for Arvada addresses go through City of Arvada Building Safety Division. Replacement or new furnaces, ACs, heat pumps, mini-splits and water heaters need a permit before work starts, filed through eTRAKiT by a city-licensed contractor. We pull the permit and schedule the inspection.

What HVAC rebates are available in Arvada in 2026?

For heat pumps: Xcel Energy’s 2026 heat pump rebates (the largest bonus goes to homes replacing gas heat); the $1,500 Power Ahead Colorado rebate (pre-approval required); Colorado’s $1,000 air-source heat pump credit, at least a third of which the installer must pass to you as a line-item discount. Arvada residents can get a free Home Energy Squad Plus visit through the city’s Energy Action Plan while the offer lasts. Xcel’s gas furnace rebates ended Jan. 1, 2026, and the federal 25C credit does not apply to 2026 installs.

Why is my heat pump blowing cold air in Arvada?

Usually one of three things: it is in a defrost cycle (normal, a few minutes), the reversing valve or its solenoid has failed, or it is low on refrigerant. If cold air lasts more than 10–15 minutes, or the backup heat is running constantly, call us.

Who provides gas and electricity in Arvada?

Electric: Xcel Energy. Gas: Xcel Energy. That matters because rebates, operating costs and who you call about a gas leak all depend on the utility.

Does Hytek serve my part of Arvada?

Yes. We serve all of Arvada (ZIP 80002, 80003, 80004, 80005, 80007), including Olde Town Arvada, Candelas, Leyden Rock, Lake Arbor, West Woods. Call (303) 627-3395 or request service online.

Local data: U.S. Census Bureau (2025 population estimates; ACS 2020–2024 housing age), NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, and city, county and utility program pages, checked September 2026. Rebates change; we confirm eligibility on your address when we quote.

Arvada, CO

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