Dependable heating and cooling for life in the San Juans
Tucked deep in a box canyon at the head of the Uncompahgre Valley, Ouray sees long, cold, snowy winters and short, mild summers, which puts home comfort squarely on a heating system you can count on. Snipps Heating & Air Conditioning has served Ouray since 1996, working out of our Montrose office just north of town. From historic Victorian homes to newer builds, we handle the full range of heating, cooling, and air quality work, and we do it the way we'd want it done in our own homes: honest answers and a job done right the first time.
Experience, honesty, and service that shows up
Ouray homes and businesses depend on their HVAC systems all year, and here's what they can count on from us:
Serving Ouray since 1996
Nearly three decades of experience with mountain homes and the demands of long, cold San Juan winters.
Any brand, any system
Whatever the make or model of your heating or cooling equipment, our certified technicians have the skill to repair or replace it.
Friendly, professional service
A team that takes the time to answer your questions and help however they can, start to finish.
Warranties and 24/7 emergency service
A 30-day service warranty, a 1-year installation warranty, and after-hours help when a system quits on a cold night.
That mix of experience and genuine care is why Ouray keeps Snipps on call.
High-country conditions we plan for in every job
Ouray sits deep in a box canyon at nearly 7,800 feet, ringed by the San Juans, and that setting defines what home comfort takes here. Winters are long, cold, and snowy, which makes heating the system you truly cannot afford to lose. A furnace or heat pump that struggles through an Ouray winter is far more than an inconvenience, and a failure during a hard freeze can put your pipes and your home at risk, which is why a fall tune-up and reliable emergency service carry so much weight in this market.
Summers, by contrast, are short and mild at this elevation, so cooling demand is light. For most Ouray homes, the smart focus is heating that's rock-solid and properly maintained, with any cooling right-sized rather than oversized for the gentle summer load.
Ouray's housing leans heavily historic, with many Victorian-era homes and older buildings that were never built for central air, alongside newer construction and a good number of second homes and vacation properties. That mix means there's no single right answer for the area. Some homes suit traditional ducted systems, while others are ideal candidates for ductless mini-splits that add efficient heating and cooling without cutting ducts into a finished or historic home. Knowing the local climate and housing is what lets us recommend the system that genuinely fits your home.
How to reach us
We serve Ouray and the surrounding San Juans from our office in Montrose, a short drive north, which keeps reliable service within easy reach.
Snipps Heating & Air Conditioning
113 Rose Lane Suite C
Montrose, CO 81401
Phone: (970) 240-8152
Business hours
Monday–Thursday: 8:00am–4:00pm
Friday: 8:00am–12:00pm
Saturday–Sunday: closed
24/7 emergency services available
Along with Ouray, we serve Montrose, Cimarron, Crested Butte, Delta, Hotchkiss, Ridgway, Silverton, and Telluride, plus Arrowhead, Austin, Cedaredge, Crawford, Eckert, Gunnison, Lake City, Naturita, Norwood, Nucla, Olathe, Paonia, Placerville, Paradox, Redvale, Sapinero, Somerset, and Uravan.
Real feedback from Ouray homeowners
In a small mountain community like Ouray, reputation is everything, and ours was built one honest job at a time. Our customers point to the same things again and again: technicians who show up on time and explain their work, fair pricing that matches the quote, and heating they can rely on through a hard mountain winter.
Complete heating, cooling, and air quality for mountain homes
Whatever your home or business needs, our team has it covered:
Air Conditioner Repair & Installation
Fast, reliable air conditioning repair and new-system installation for Montrose homes and businesses. Honest diagnostics and straightforward fixes, no upsells.
Ductless Mini-Split Installation & Service
Efficient, zoned heating and cooling for spaces without ductwork. Expert installation and service on all major ductless mini-split brands.
AC Tune-Up & Maintenance
Keep your system efficient through hot Western Slope summers. Seasonal tune-ups that prevent breakdowns and extend the life of your AC.
AC Repair
Cooling quit on a hot day? Our NATE-certified techs diagnose and repair AC systems fast, with 24/7 emergency service and no upsells.
AC Installation
Right-sized, energy-efficient air conditioning installed to fit your home and budget. Free in-home estimates across Montrose.
Mini Splits
Flexible, ductless comfort for additions, garages, and hard-to-condition rooms. Sales, installation, and service on ductless mini-splits.
Mini Splits retrofit
Add efficient heating and cooling to older homes without tearing out walls. Ductless retrofits tailored to Western Slope houses.
Heating Repair
Furnace or boiler down in the cold? Fast heating repair from NATE-certified techs, with 24/7 emergency service and no upsells.
Heating Installation
A new furnace or boiler sized right for a cold Western Slope winter. Efficient heating installations with free in-home estimates.
Heat Pumps
Energy-efficient heating and cooling in one system. Heat pump installation and service for year-round comfort at altitude.
Maintenance & Service Plans
Priority scheduling, member discounts, and regular tune-ups that keep your system efficient and head off surprise breakdowns.
Indoor Air Quality
Cleaner, healthier air with filtration, humidifiers, and ventilation that cut down on dust, dryness, and allergens at altitude.
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Our own fully-equipped shop builds custom ductwork and sheet metal to fit your space exactly, something few HVAC companies can offer.
New Construction
HVAC design and installation for new homes and builds. Right-sized heating, cooling, and ductwork planned from the ground up.
Property Managers
Dependable HVAC for rentals and multi-unit properties. Fast repairs, scheduled maintenance, and priority response across your units.
What Ouray homeowners ask us most
Do you serve Ouray out of Montrose?
Yes. We're based in Montrose, a short drive north, and bring our HVAC service to Ouray and the surrounding San Juans. We've worked the area since 1996.
Is heating or cooling more important for an Ouray home?
Heating, by a wide margin. Winters here are long and cold while summers stay short and mild, so a reliable furnace or heat pump is the top priority. We still handle cooling and make sure any system is right-sized for the lighter summer load.
Can you help with a historic home that has no ductwork?
Yes. Many of Ouray's older and Victorian-era homes were never built for central air, and ductless mini-splits are an ideal fit, adding efficient heating and cooling without cutting ducts into a finished or historic home.
Do you offer emergency service?
We do. We provide 24/7 emergency HVAC service, which matters in Ouray because a heating failure on a cold winter night can't safely wait until morning.
Do you service all brands?
Can you look after a second home or vacation property?
Yes. Regular maintenance and reliable emergency service help protect a home during the long stretches no one is there, so a heating problem during a hard freeze doesn't go unnoticed.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. We provide free in-home estimates with no obligation and respond to most inquiries by the next business day.
Seasonal HVAC checklist for Ouray homes
What to do each season in the high country
Ouray's year is built around a long winter, with short mild summers and important shoulder seasons for getting ahead of problems. Here's a checklist made for high-country mountain living.
Spring: recover and plan
Once the deep cold breaks, have your system checked after the heavy heating season it just came through. Clear snow-season debris from around outdoor units and replace the filter. With cooling demand light here, spring is also a relaxed time to plan any upgrades, like a ductless system for a room that was hard to heat over the winter.
Summer: short, mild, and easy
Summers are gentle at this elevation, so cooling runs light and your system gets a break. Use the quiet stretch to handle any installations or upgrades you've been putting off, and to schedule fall heating maintenance before the busy season arrives. It's the calmest time of year for your HVAC system and the smartest time to prepare for the demanding one.
Fall: the season that matters most
Heating prep comes first. Schedule a furnace or heat pump tune-up before the snow sets in, so worn parts are caught before months of heavy use. Test the system on a cool day to surface any issue early, replace the filter, and confirm your thermostat is working. Getting ahead of heating in fall is the single best thing you can do for an Ouray winter.
Winter: protect your heat and your home
Keep filters fresh through the heating season, since clogged airflow strains the system when it's working hardest. Watch for uneven heat, short cycling, or unusual sounds and smells, and call early rather than waiting, because a heating failure during a hard mountain freeze can put your pipes at risk fast. If you run a heat pump, keep the outdoor unit clear of snow and ice. For any home left empty, set a safe minimum temperature to protect it while you're away.
Let's keep your home comfortable year-round
Whether you need dependable winter heating, right-sized cooling, a ductless solution for a historic home, or just honest advice from a team that knows the San Juans, Snipps is ready. We've served Ouray since 1996, working from our Montrose office with certified technicians and a commitment to doing the job right the first time. Call us at (970) 240-8152 or request an appointment online today, and let's make sure your home is ready for whatever the mountains bring.
HVAC repairs, maintenance, and installation for homes and businesses across Montrose and the Western Slope. Family-run, certified, and here when you need us since 1996.