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Colorado Springs Furnace Services
Gas, electric, high-efficiency, and propane furnace service in Colorado Springs from a licensed, locally owned furnace contractor.
Big Cat Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is a locally owned furnace contractor serving Colorado Springs, CO, with furnace service for gas, electric, high-efficiency, and propane furnaces alike. As a Carrier authorized dealer, our licensed technicians bring 4.9 stars across thousands of reviews and true 24/7 live answering to every furnace call.
Whether your furnace needs a quick fix, a full replacement, or routine care, our experienced Colorado Springs furnace technicians are ready to help — restoring your heat fast and getting it right the first time. Call our locally-owned and operated Colorado Springs heating company today!
What Your Neighbors Are Saying
I can’t thank them enough for all they did and how fast they worked. Customer service was amazing!
I needed a gas line ran from the garage to the kitchen, as I got rid of electric stove and bought a gas stove. Price I thought was reasonable for what they had to do. The only issue is that I still have a big hole in my living room wall where they bought gas line in. Other than that it was great to work with all of them.
Chris did my annual furance maintenace and it was a great experience. I signed up for their perferred customer program and look forward for them to handle all my plumbing and heating needs
This place is amazing they came here early this morning August 28th at 8:00 a.m. supposed to be here at 9:00 they're on the ball they got the job done they put this one cooler in brand new the guys are excellent workers I would recommend them tremendously with anything electrical or swamp coolers above they're excellent excellent I give them 50,000 there they need some rewards there's some Oscars
We had a huge leak in our gas line and our gas was turned off by the city. Big Cat came out same day to look at it and give us a quote on what it would cost. Our sales rep. Was Jeff, he was great didn’t try to sell us anything unnecessary or add extra price to our cost he was fair and consistent with his pricing. Unfortunately the price was way above what we could afford so they offered us a 15 year loan with a low interest rate, which we greatly appreciated. The person who did the majority of the work was Sam (I think, cute kid with a bucket hat) he worked around the clock to get our gas
The technicians, Chris and Justin, were prompt keeping the appointment. They were friendly, courteous and knowledgeable. The problem with my 25 year old HVAC unit was diagnosed and repaired. They gave me a run down on the overall condition and health of my unit and provided a replacement option for my consideration.
Big Cat plumbing and heating recently installed a ducted mini split system in my home. The Crew: Chris, Nate, and Ron, did a fantastic job! They Consulted me about the vent locations and very neatly installed all of them in the ceiling. The plumbers, Kaden and Jacob, installed the water softener and under sink reverse Osmosis water filter. They explained everything about the system and did a great job installing everything. I also had Apex Electrical upgrade my electrical panel. Big Cat also corrected some very important issues that the previous Hydronics company had not done correctly. So
I am very happy with Big Cat Plumbing. The woman who answers the phone was kind and professional. The plumber, D, was wonderful and professional. He gave me an honest assessment on my plumbing issues and did not try to upsell me (which he could have). He was quick and efficient and fixed our issues.
Wyatt and Nate were our installers for a new HVAC and Heat Pump system. They were friendly and knowledgeable and answered all the questions we had. Installation was a big job removing the old system and putting in the new system. Wyatt fixed a couple of venting issues on our water heater and secured an air intake for us. Wyatt is professional and goes beyond expectations to be sure our home is safe for us. Thank you Big Cat for employing the best.
Our Colorado Springs Heating Services
Types of Furnaces We Service in Colorado Springs
Colorado's cold winters call for a furnace matched to your home's size, budget, and energy goals. Big Cat services and installs the major types of furnaces found in Colorado Springs homes:
- Gas furnaces: The most common furnaces in Colorado, known for strong, consistent heat and relatively low operating costs. They burn natural gas to heat air that travels through your ductwork, and many ENERGY STAR® models reach AFUE ratings of 90% or higher.
- Electric furnaces: These use heating elements to warm your air, which makes them a good fit for homes without natural gas. They cost less up front, install simply, and run quietly, though they're typically more expensive to operate in a cold climate.
- High-efficiency and condensing furnaces: A secondary heat exchanger pulls more heat from the fuel, giving AFUE ratings of 95% or higher, less wasted energy, and lower monthly bills.
- Propane furnaces: A dependable choice for rural homes without natural gas lines. They deliver strong, steady heat from propane stored in an on-site tank.
Not sure which furnace fits your home? Our Colorado Springs furnace contractors will walk you through your options.
Signs You Need Furnace Service in Colorado Springs
Your furnace usually gives warning signs before it fails completely. Here's what to look for and which service to start with:
- Not heating, blowing cold air, short cycling, or making new noises: You likely need furnace repair.
- Over 15 years old, repairs adding up, or energy bills climbing: It may be time for furnace replacement.
- A year or more since your last tune-up: Schedule furnace maintenance before the first cold snap.
Not sure which applies? Call Big Cat and we'll help you sort it out. A struggling furnace can quit during a Colorado Springs cold snap, and we offer same-day furnace service throughout the city.
Independently Owned, and You Can Tell
Most people can feel the difference between a company that genuinely cares about the work and one that's mostly hitting numbers for investors somewhere upstairs. We're proud of the service we give, and we think being locally and independently owned since 2020 is a BIG part of why. Give our team a call and see how it feels to work with a company that answers to you.
Our Colorado Springs Furnace Service Process
We believe furnace service should be simple, transparent, and stress-free. Here's what to expect:
1. Schedule Your Service Call or book online at a time that works for you. Our team will coordinate a convenient appointment.
2. Inspection & Diagnosis Our technician evaluates your furnace's performance, safety, and key components to pinpoint any issues or inefficiencies.
3. Clear Recommendations & Upfront Pricing We explain our findings in plain language and give you honest recommendations and upfront pricing before any work begins.
4. Expert Service Once you approve, we complete the work with proven methods and quality parts for reliable, long-lasting results.
5. Testing & Final Check Before we leave, we test your furnace to confirm it's heating safely and efficiently, including a combustion and CO check on gas furnaces.
Our goal is dependable furnace service in Colorado Springs with minimal disruption, so you can get back to a warm, comfortable home.
Financing Made Simple
Take the stress out of home upgrades. Big Cat Plumbing, Heating & Cooling offers flexible financing options in Colorado Springs, CO so you can tackle any plumbing or HVAC project with confidence.
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Furnace Challenges in Colorado Springs Homes
Furnaces in Colorado Springs deal with high elevation, sharp temperature swings, and dry, dusty air. Those conditions affect how well your furnace runs, how efficiently it heats, and how long it lasts.
Common furnace challenges in Colorado Springs homes include:
- High elevation and thin air: At 6,000+ feet, a gas furnace needs its combustion and gas pressure set up for thinner air, or it will run less efficiently and less safely.
- Palmer Divide cold snaps: Overnight drops into the teens push furnaces hard, and older or undersized units tend to fail when you need them most.
- Chinook wind swings: Temperature changes of 40°F or more in a day make your furnace cycle more often, adding wear to igniters and blower motors.
- Dry air, dust, and wildfire smoke: These clog filters and restrict airflow, so your blower works harder and your furnace loses efficiency.
- Frozen condensate lines: High-efficiency furnaces produce condensate that has to drain, and drain lines in unheated spaces can freeze during hard cold snaps.
The right furnace, set up correctly for local conditions, handles all of this far better.
Why Choose Big Cat Plumbing, Heating & Cooling for Furnace Service in Colorado Springs
Furnace repair, installation, and maintenance in Colorado Springs has been Big Cat Plumbing, Heating & Cooling's business since founders Spencer Drake and Greg Copas started the company in 2020. Every technician works to manufacturer specifications as part of our Carrier authorized dealer status, whether the job is a same-day repair or a full system replacement. Big Cat has also been featured on KRDO 13 News as a trusted local home service provider. Holding active Colorado Master License #MP.00600591 and operating from our Colorado Springs and Florence locations, we back every furnace job with upfront pricing and true 24/7 live answering.
Furnace Costs & Financing in Colorado Springs
The cost of furnace service in Colorado Springs depends on the type of furnace, its age and size, and the work involved. Routine service is typically quick and affordable, while a new furnace is a larger investment. High-efficiency models generally cost more up front but can lower your energy bills over time.
Big Cat gives you upfront pricing before any work begins, and we offer flexible financing through GoodLeap to make a new furnace more manageable. Visit our financing page for details.
Why Hire a Licensed Furnace Contractor in Colorado Springs?
Hiring a licensed furnace contractor is the safest, smartest way to protect your home and your equipment. Here's why it matters:
Gas furnaces are the most common heating systems in Colorado, thanks to their strong, consistent heat output and relatively low operating costs. These systems burn natural gas to heat air, which is then distributed through ductwork. Modern gas furnaces are highly efficient, with many ENERGY STAR® models offering AFUE ratings of 90% or higher. They’re a great choice for homeowners looking for powerful, reliable heat during frigid winters.
Electric furnaces use heating elements to warm air, making them a good option for homes without access to natural gas. While typically more expensive to operate in cold climates, they offer lower upfront costs, simple installation, and quiet performance. Electric furnaces can also pair well with solar energy systems or heat pumps to help offset energy usage.
High-efficiency furnaces, also known as condensing furnaces, are designed to extract maximum heat from fuel by using a secondary heat exchanger. This allows them to achieve AFUE ratings of 95% or higher, meaning less energy waste and lower monthly bills. These systems are ideal for homeowners in Colorado looking to maximize energy savings and reduce their environmental impact.
For homes in more rural parts of Colorado without natural gas lines, propane furnaces are a dependable alternative. They operate similarly to gas furnaces but use propane stored in an on-site tank. Propane furnaces deliver strong, steady heat and are well-suited to areas where winters are especially harsh.
Most furnace warranties require licensed service to stay valid, and licensed contractors carry insurance to protect you during every job.
No matter what type of furnace you rely on—gas, electric, high-efficiency/condensing, or propane—Big Cat Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling has you covered. Our licensed Colorado Springs furnace pros can repair, maintain, or replace any make or model to keep your home warm, efficient, and safe. From quick fixes and seasonal tune-ups to right-sized, energy-smart installations, we’ll deliver the solution that fits your home and your budget.
Furnace Service Across Colorado Springs Neighborhoods
Big Cat provides furnace service throughout Colorado Springs, dispatching from 5615 Industrial Place to cover the entire city. We regularly work on furnaces in neighborhoods including:
- Briargate & Northgate: Fast-growing north Colorado Springs, where newer homes typically have gas or high-efficiency furnaces that need correct sizing and setup for our altitude.
- Broadmoor & Cheyenne Mountain: Larger homes with higher heating loads often call for higher-capacity furnaces and an experienced contractor for accurate sizing.
- Old Colorado City & Westside: Older homes where aging furnaces and original ductwork often need to be evaluated together.
- Powers Corridor & Falcon: High-growth east-side neighborhoods where we keep scheduling fast and flexible.
- Rockrimmon & Shadow Hills: Foothills homes where elevation and wind exposure make properly sized furnaces important for steady heat.
- Downtown & Historic Uptown: Older buildings with non-standard layouts that may need a different furnace configuration or a boiler instead.
- Security-Widefield & Fountain: South-side communities we serve regularly, where dry air and dust put extra strain on filters and blowers.
Need a furnace contractor in Colorado Springs or nearby? Call Big Cat for same-day service.
CO Springs Furnace Service FAQs
The best furnace depends on your home's size, insulation, layout, and whether you have natural gas service. Gas furnaces are the most common choice in Colorado Springs, high-efficiency models save the most on energy, and electric and propane furnaces fit homes without a natural gas line. Our Colorado Springs furnace experts can look at your home and recommend the right fit. Just give us a call.
Most furnaces last about 15 to 20 years. Lifespan depends on the type of furnace, how hard it works, and how well it's maintained, and Colorado Springs' cold winters and dry, dusty air put extra demand on equipment. Regular professional service helps a furnace reach the upper end of that range. If yours is approaching 15 years, it's worth having a technician evaluate it before it fails in the middle of winter.
A gas furnace burns natural gas to heat your air, while an electric furnace uses heating elements. Gas furnaces typically cost less to run in a cold climate, which is why they're most common in Colorado. Electric furnaces cost less up front, install more simply, and run quietly, so they make sense for homes without a gas line. We service both and can help you compare the options for your home.
For many homes, yes. Standard furnaces typically run around 80% AFUE, while high-efficiency condensing models reach 95% or higher, which means less wasted fuel and lower monthly bills during our long heating season. The higher up-front cost is offset over time by energy savings. A technician can look at your home and usage to tell you whether the payback makes sense for you.
Yes. Propane furnaces are a dependable option for homes outside natural gas service areas, including many rural properties around Colorado Springs. They run on propane stored in an on-site tank and deliver strong, steady heat. Propane typically costs more per unit of heat than natural gas, so we'll walk you through the trade-offs before you decide.
Look for a licensed and insured contractor with strong local reviews, upfront pricing, and experience with Colorado Springs' high altitude and cold snaps. Big Cat is a Carrier authorized dealer, holds Colorado Master License #MP.00600591, and has earned 4.9 stars across thousands of reviews. We give upfront pricing before any work begins, and a real person answers our phone 24/7.
The cost depends on the type and age of your furnace and the work involved. Routine service is typically quick and affordable, while a new furnace is a larger investment. We give upfront pricing before any work begins so there are no surprises. If you need help spreading the cost of a larger project, we offer flexible financing.
Yes. Big Cat dispatches from our Colorado Springs location at 5615 Industrial Place and provides furnace service throughout the city, from Briargate and Northgate in the north to Broadmoor and Security-Widefield in the south. We also serve surrounding southern Colorado communities including Pueblo, Pueblo West, Cañon City, Florence, and Penrose. Call us for same-day furnace service anywhere in our service area.
The Best Colorado Springs Furnace Contractors Are Just a Phone Call Away!
When you need a furnace contractor in Colorado Springs, CO, you can trust, call Big Cat Plumbing, Heating & Cooling. Our licensed team handles furnace service for every type of furnace, and a real person answers every call, day or night. Call now to schedule your furnace service!
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Based out of our Colorado Springs location at 5615 Industrial Place, Big Cat provides plumbing and HVAC repair, maintenance, and installation throughout Colorado Springs and the surrounding southern Colorado region, including:
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