The Ultimate Guide to Cooling Colorado Springs: Mountain Air vs. Central AC
Why Colorado Springs Homes are “Heat Magnets”
At elevations of 6,035 to 7,000 feet, Colorado Springs homeowners face a unique atmospheric challenge. The air is thinner here, which means UV radiation is significantly more
intense than it is at sea level. This causes your roof and attic to absorb heat at a much faster rate. By 3:00 PM, your attic isn’t just warm; it’s a 150-degree radiator sitting directly above your bedrooms.
The Problem with Traditional AC in the Springs
Most HVAC systems in El Paso County are designed for “closed-loop” cooling. They
recirculate the same indoor air. While this lowers the temperature, it fails to address the
Thermal Mass—the heat trapped in your home’s structure. Furthermore, with Colorado
Springs Utilities (CSU) transitioning to more complex rate structures, running a 5,000 watt compressor during “Peak” hours is the fastest way to blow your monthly budget.
The Solution: The “Pikes Peak Flush”
A Colorado Springs whole house fan leverages the “Diurnal Swing.” Because our
temperatures drop so drastically at night, you can use a QuietCool system to pull in 50-60
degree mountain air.
* The Physics: The fan creates a “negative pressure” environment in the home. As it pulls air in
through your windows, it creates positive pressure in the attic forcing the scorching attic air out through the rooftop, soffit, and ridge vents.
* The Result: You aren’t just cooling the air; you are cooling your insulation, your
drywall, your studs, and basically everything. This “pre-cools” your home, so it stays comfortable well into the next afternoon without the AC ever kicking on.
Call the Colorado Fan Guy at 719-355-8847 for a custom Springs estimate.