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 long do geothermal systems last?

• <div><p>You can expect a geothermal system to last for years. According to the <a href="https://www.energy.gov/sites/prod/files/guide_to_geothermal_heat_pumps.pdf">Department of Energy, </a>the underground infrastructure for the heat pumps lasts about 25 to 50 years, which includes the pipes buried in the soil. The actual heat pump itself has a life span of around 25 years.</p></div>

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Q: Are there downsides to using a geothermal heat pump for floor heating?

• <div><p>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. </p></div>

Q: What are common geothermal system issues?

• <div><p>Leaks, poor airflow, reduced efficiency, and loop blockages are common problems requiring service.</p></div>

Q: Can I service my geothermal system myself?

• <div><p>DIY maintenance like filter cleaning is possible, but professional servicing ensures proper pressure, refrigerant levels, and loop performance.</p></div>

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5104 Oak Crest Hill Rd SE

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Venteicher Heating and Cooling is your one stop shop to get any HVAC project taken care of from routine maintenance and repairs to new construction installations. We offer boiler, geothermal, furnace, air conditioner, ductless mini split, and all other types of system repair and installation services. We are locally owned and operated and take pride in the quality of our work and customer satisfaction that we give every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call 319-936-8284 today to learn more about how we can help you!

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"Very professional, competent and friendly!"

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WIREONE is working to become the leading electrical contractor in the region through a customer-centric approach that provides our clients with the absolute best electrical services available. Our journeyman electricians are some of the most positively reviewed electricians in the industry. They consistently receive five-star reviews on sites such as Facebook and Google. We begin each residential service call with a client conference during which we?ll sit down with you to discuss your project and any related electrical needs. After gaining a complete understanding of your goals, we?ll perform our complimentary 57-point ?Keep it Safe Inspection? to ensure that the electrical system in your home is performing safely and in conformance with local building codes. Then, before any work begins, we?ll provide you with Our Best Price. Our Best Price will be the most cost-effective way to complete your project quickly and safely. We also include a 5 year warranty on all work performed!

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"The price was higher than other estimates but I got the feeling that they really knew what they were doing and the electricians made a couple of suggestions that really turned out to be good ones. They did a very high quality installation and couldn’t have been more professional and cordial."

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Heating Oil questions, answered by experts

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.

Leaks, poor airflow, reduced efficiency, and loop blockages are common problems requiring service.

DIY maintenance like filter cleaning is possible, but professional servicing ensures proper pressure, refrigerant levels, and loop performance.

You can expect a geothermal system to last for years. According to the Department of Energy, the underground infrastructure for the heat pumps lasts about 25 to 50 years, which includes the pipes buried in the soil. The actual heat pump itself has a life span of around 25 years.

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