Do you need backup heat with geothermal?

• <div><p>If a geothermal heat pump is installed correctly, then you shouldn’t have to worry about having a backup heat source such as a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/furnace-and-heating-basics.htm">furnace</a> or oil boiler. However, there are geothermal systems installed that include a backup in case the heat pump fails due to extreme cold. This is simply a backup heat pump you’ll likely never need and not an alternative heat source.</p></div>

How often do I need to service my HVAC system?

• <div><p>You need to service an HVAC system about twice per year, with a service including an inspection and basic maintenance. It’s best to schedule maintenance in the spring (after the furnace has been running and before the AC kicks on) and in the fall (after the AC worked hard all summer and before winter’s first chill arrives). </p><p>Regular HVAC services will keep the system working as efficiently as possible, saving you money on utilities and larger repairs. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/ac-service-cost.htm">HVAC maintenance costs</a> around $250 per visit, while bigger repairs from forgotten upkeep could cost thousands.</p></div>

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Last update on October 17, 2025

Reviewed in July 2017
Very prompt! Called them in the morning and they installed the new water heater by the afternoon. They took away the old broken water heater. The whole job took less than two hours.
Excalibur Water Heaters
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Reviewed in April 2017
It was great. I really love them. They came a removed the old heater and they installed the new heater and installed a new thermostat and made it all work. It was fine. They were really good. The price was outstanding. Quality was good too. They said they where going to get here noonish and they...
Central Heating & Air
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Reviewed in February 2016
I have heat
A-1 Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in March 2015
My water heater is good.
Speedy Plumbing
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Reviewed in January 2014
The technician was very nice, he fixed the heater that was broken. I also needed to have another heater replaced and he was supposed to give us a call back after he found some pricing and never called us back.
Bayhill Heat & Air
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Reviewed in September 2013
I really like Annuzzi Heating and Cooling, and am going to contact them to order a new heater. Our current heater is more than 20 years old; it's a good heater (one of the early energy efficient heaters), and it has lasted longer than its expected life. Occasionally, over the years, the...
ANNUZZI HEATING & COOLING INC
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Reviewed in May 2012
I go to them for oil change and I was there about 3 months ago.
SPEEDEE OIL CHANGE & TUNE-UP
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Reviewed in April 2011
I called in about a leaking hot water heater in the late afternoon and a representative - Alex - was at my condo within a couple hours. We assessed the situation and decided that a new water heater was needed and I chose a somewhat smaller 40 gallon size. From then on it was all Alex. He did a...
Water Heaters Only, Inc
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Reviewed in July 2009
About a month after we moved into our home, the pilot light on our Kenmore water heater kept going out. We called our home warranty company and they sent out South Bay Plumbing. They were very rude and told me I didn't know anything about water heaters (I am a home insepctor and a former...
SOUTH BAY PLUMBING
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Reviewed in February 2007
He did a quick and wonderful job installing our water heater. There has been no problems with the unit at all. The expense of the water heater was covered under a water service agreement with this company, so there was no upfront costs.
AMERICAN RESIDENTIAL SERVICES
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After 17 years of providing quality, reliable and timely plumbing services as an employee and being disappointed by some of the dishonest and questionable tactics of my constituents, I have ventured out under my own license to provide superior plumbing services at honest, fair prices. Customers may choose to accept flat-rate bids for larger jobs or terms for an hourly estimate based upon their needs. Full payment is due upon completion of contracted work and we gladly accept cash, check or credit card.

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Cyclone Air Systems

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Cyclone Air Systems

1900 Lynwood Dr

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26 years of experience

Cyclone Air Systems Inc. Friendly, Professional and Fast! Cyclone Air Systems Inc Heating and Cooling Service offers the highest level of service and satisfaction available in the industry. We pride ourselves on our principles of being up front and honest. Our most valuable assets are our people, personalized service, and attention to detail. In support of this principle, we maintain and open line of communication with you to ensure that our performance meets or exceeds your expectations. Cyclone Air Systems Inc, Heating and Cooling is a full-service mechanical contractor, installing and servicing all major brands of Heating and Air Conditioning equipment for commercial and residential applications. Cyclone Air Systems Inc specializes in air conditioner repair, furnace repair, maintenance tune-up 20 points inspection, air duct cleaning and other services.

"Angi , We are so happy we finally found the experts in cleaning our Chimney. They were on it . The Quality of work was 100% and most of all our Chimney was cleaned the right way . We were very happy with them and plan to use them every season before the winter months . Great company ! Deichler's in Clayton ."

Dave D on November 2023

"Angi , We are so happy we finally found the experts in cleaning our Chimney. They were on it . The Quality of work was 100% and most of all our Chimney was cleaned the right way . We were very happy with them and plan to use them every season before the winter months . Great company ! Deichler's in Clayton ."

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Heating Oil questions, answered by experts

There are three main types of heat pumps. An air-source heat pump system is the most common and has two parts—an indoor air handler unit and an outdoor heat pump unit. A ductless heat pump system functions similarly to an air-source heat pump system but doesn’t need ductwork to distribute the air. A geothermal heat pump system pulls heat from the ground to help heat your home.

A geothermal heat pump system will take about 10 years to pay for itself, and it has a life span of anywhere from about 25 to 50 years. Installing a geothermal heat pump will cost about $14,250 upfront, but it can reduce your energy bills by around 65% when compared to a conventional HVAC system.

The most obvious downside is the high upfront cost of buying and installing one of these systems. Additionally, sometimes the system can take a longer time to heat than alternatives like a boiler. Also, if something goes wrong with the geothermal pump, repairs are often significantly more expensive than repairing traditional, above-ground heat pumps.

If a geothermal heat pump is installed correctly, then you shouldn’t have to worry about having a backup heat source such as a furnace or oil boiler. However, there are geothermal systems installed that include a backup in case the heat pump fails due to extreme cold. This is simply a backup heat pump you’ll likely never need and not an alternative heat source.

You need to service an HVAC system about twice per year, with a service including an inspection and basic maintenance. It’s best to schedule maintenance in the spring (after the furnace has been running and before the AC kicks on) and in the fall (after the AC worked hard all summer and before winter’s first chill arrives).

Regular HVAC services will keep the system working as efficiently as possible, saving you money on utilities and larger repairs. HVAC maintenance costs around $250 per visit, while bigger repairs from forgotten upkeep could cost thousands.

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