Geothermal Heating & Cooling Installation in Rochester, NY
IGSHPA-certified geothermal installer, owner-operated by a 4th-generation HVAC technician. Sized for upstate New York winters.
What We Do
Closed-loop ground-source systems sized for upstate New York winters, rocky Finger Lakes soil, and the real heating loads Rochester homes carry. Geothermal is the owner’s specialty and the company’s core service — every install gets a hands-on design and commissioning pass.
Our geothermal systems are designed for long-term efficiency — typically 20–25+ year lifespan with minimal maintenance.
We service every type of geothermal system — even brands and configurations we didn’t install. Closed-loop, open-loop, vertical, horizontal, pond loop, water-to-air, water-to-water — if it’s ground-source, we can diagnose and repair it.
Installation Process
Site Evaluation
We assess your property for loop field sizing, soil conditions, and the best installation approach.
Design & Quote
We design a system sized for your heating load and give you a real quote with payback estimate.
Ground Loop Installation
Trenching and loop field installation (1–3 days depending on site conditions).
Heat Pump Installation
Indoor equipment installation and integration with your existing or new ductwork (2–3 days).
Testing & Commissioning
Full system test, refrigerant charge verification, and performance tuning.
Payback Math
Most Rochester homeowners see payback in 7–15 years, depending on system size, current fuel costs, and incentive offsets. On a non-DAC single-family GSHP retrofit, federal + state + utility incentives can stack to roughly 60–65% off the install cost: up to $17,000 RG&E / NYSEG Clean Heat rebate (the largest piece), the federal 30% ITC, and the NY State Geothermal Tax Credit at 25% capped at $5,000. The federal credit is calculated on the cost net of the utility rebate, so the math compounds carefully — we’ll quote conservative numbers during the free estimate.
Confirm your rebate amount — give us a call.
Final figures depend on your address (DAC status), equipment, and whether you decommission a fossil-fuel system. Call 585-368-8685 before assuming a number.
We'll give you a personalized payback estimate during your free quote — no guesswork.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much space do I need for the loop field?
Typical footprint is about 100 ft by 50 ft for a horizontal loop field. A vertical closed-loop needs just the footprint for drilling. We'll assess your property during the free quote.
Will digging up my yard damage landscaping?
Trenching is minimal — usually at the perimeter or in areas that can be easily restored. We work with you to minimize disruption.
What's the maintenance requirement?
Very little. The ground loop is sealed and buried, so it requires no maintenance. The heat pump needs the standard annual tune-up like any HVAC system.
Do you service geothermal systems you didn't install?
Yes. We service every type of geothermal — closed-loop, open-loop, vertical, horizontal, pond loop, water-to-air, water-to-water — regardless of brand or who installed it. If it's ground-source, we can diagnose and repair it.
Can I retrofit a geothermal system into my existing home?
Yes, in most cases. If you have existing ductwork, we can often reuse it. We'll evaluate during your free quote.
What incentives are available in Rochester?
Three incentives stack on a single install: (1) Federal 30% ITC, (2) RG&E / NYSEG Clean Heat rebates up to $17,000 for a non-DAC single-family GSHP retrofit ($18,000 inside a Disadvantaged Community), and (3) the NY State Geothermal Tax Credit (25% of cost, capped at $5,000 — geothermal only). Note: utility rebates reduce the cost basis used for the federal credit, so the math compounds. Confirm your exact rebate amount before counting on it — call 585-368-8685.