Rush City High School Geothermal HVAC Project Nears Completion
- Owens Commercial Service Tech
- Jul 31
- 2 min read
The summer heat hasn’t slowed down progress in Rush City, where Owens Companies is nearing completion on a significant geothermal HVAC upgrade at Rush City High School. With roughly 85% of the work completed, the project is entering its final phase — transforming how the building heats and cools for decades to come.

On-Site Progress Update
Over the past week, Owens crews have been working long hours in challenging conditions to keep the project on track. Here's where things stand:
All geothermal units are now set in place
Final tie-ins of piping systems are underway
The geothermal well system has been flushed and is ready
System start-ups are scheduled for the week of August 11
Once operational, the new geothermal system will provide a highly efficient, low-maintenance solution that dramatically reduces energy use and improves long-term reliability for the school district.
A Smarter, Sustainable HVAC Solution
This installation replaces aging HVAC equipment with a modern, ground-source geothermal system — one of the most sustainable HVAC technologies available today. By tapping into the stable temperatures below the earth’s surface, the system will deliver consistent heating and cooling year-round with significantly lower energy consumption.
Benefits for Rush City High School include:
Lower energy costs through improved system efficiency
Reduced carbon footprint for environmentally responsible operations
Fewer maintenance needs and longer equipment life cycles
Improved comfort for students, staff, and visitors
Learn More About the Project
Owens Companies is proud to lead this innovative retrofit, working in partnership with school officials, engineers, and our trusted subcontractors to deliver a future-focused HVAC solution.
For more details and past updates on the project, explore the following resources:
We’ll be sharing more updates as we approach the system start-up in August. Stay tuned.
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