Rooftop unit replacement, Boulder
Rooftop unit replacement in Boulder
Packaged RTU changeouts with crane lifts, curb adapters and controls for Boulder commercial buildings.
- Insured
- EPA-certified technicians
- Design-build and plan-and-spec
- 24/7 emergency response
RTU replacement in Boulder is a crane, a schedule and a building that has to reopen on time. Boulder's commercial stock includes tech offices and lab space in Flatiron Park and Gunbarrel, downtown retail and restaurants on Pearl Street, and new mixed-use at Boulder Junction. We survey every unit before ordering and schedule changeouts around tenants.
Where we lift in Boulder
Typical Boulder sites include Flatiron Park, downtown Pearl Street, Gunbarrel tech and lab buildings and Boulder Junction. Strict local energy codes shape every new building in Boulder, which pushes projects toward high-efficiency heat pumps, VRF and dedicated outdoor air.
Boulder has some of the most ambitious local climate and electrification goals in Colorado, which shapes how many owners think about their next system. Rooftop equipment here takes direct sun, hail, wind and cold snaps, and many units on older buildings are past their expected life and running on repeated repairs.
Boulder project spec sheet
| Configurations | Gas/electric, heat pump, electric heat, economizer, VAV |
|---|---|
| Lift | Crane, rigging plan, street use where required |
| Typical pricing | $15,000 to $60,000+ per unit, typical range, exact pricing after plan review or site walk |
| County | Boulder County |
| Elevation | About 5,400 feet |
| Key areas | Flatiron Park, downtown Pearl Street, Gunbarrel tech and lab buildings and Boulder Junction |
Our RTU scope in Boulder
We survey nameplates, curbs, gas, electrical, condensate and controls, confirm crane access, and specify curb adapters where footprints change so the roof does not need to be opened.
- Roof survey of every unit
- Replacement equipment selection
- Structural and roofer coordination
- Crane and rigging plan
- Curb adapters or new curbs
- Gas, electrical and condensate
- Economizer and controls
- Startup reports
Process
- Survey. Existing conditions or construction documents reviewed in detail
- Price. Scope, options and exclusions in writing, so the number holds
- Install. Scheduled work windows, protected finishes and clean sites
- Commission. Startup, balancing, controls and training before turnover
What we plan for in Boulder
- Historic homes in areas like Mapleton Hill may have boilers, limited duct space and preservation considerations.
- City and county programs have offered support for heat pumps and efficiency upgrades. Offerings change, so we check what is current.
- Rental properties in the city have been subject to SmartRegs energy efficiency requirements for rental housing.
At about 5,400 feet, Boulder equipment works in thin air, intense sun and hail. We select capacity with altitude correction, set gas equipment to the manufacturer's elevation guidance and plan outdoor equipment for hail exposure.
We also deliver rooftop unit replacement in nearby Louisville, Superior, Erie and Broomfield. For the full overview, including our pricing approach, process and common questions, see rooftop unit replacement in Denver.
Start a rooftop unit replacement project in Boulder
Send drawings, a scope or a site address in Boulder. We reply with next steps, the information we need and a time for a plan review or site walk, and the scope is in writing before anything is scheduled.
Boulder rooftop unit replacement questions
How much does RTU replacement cost?
A typical range is $15,000 to $60,000 or more per unit depending on tonnage, configuration, curb and crane requirements. Exact pricing after plan review or site walk.
Do you replace RTUs around Flatiron Park?
Yes. We replace rooftop units across Boulder, including Flatiron Park, downtown Pearl Street, Gunbarrel tech and lab buildings and Boulder Junction.
Do you handle the crane?
Yes. We work with a qualified crane provider, prepare a written lift plan and handle street use permits where the lift requires them.
Can Boulder changeouts happen after hours?
Yes. Most Boulder changeouts are scheduled early mornings, weekends or after hours.
What is a curb adapter?
A transition that lets a new unit with a different footprint sit on the existing roof curb, which avoids cutting and re-flashing the roof.