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>

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>

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Reviewed in August 2024
I recently had A-V Plumbing install a tankless water heater in my home, and I am beyond impressed with the entire experience! From the initial consultation to the final installation, the team was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and efficient. They took the time to explain the benefits of...
A-V Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in May 2021
Great crew! Brandon came out the same day to look at our leaking water heater and gave us a quote. The next day techs came out and replaced it. They were really nice, quick, and competent! I would recommend Right Now to anyone.
Right Now Heating & Air
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Reviewed in July 2015
The service tech showed up on the appointed date and time. He was pleasant. However, he did not perform the service he charged me for on the written invoice. He did not go under my house to look at the heat pump that was experiencing the problem. Had he done so, he would have found standing...
DELTA HEATING & COOLING INC
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Reviewed in April 2015
An airline flight cancellation caused me to get delayed out of town and miss the scheduled first day of work. I let them know and they said they would do what they could that day. They removed my old heat pump and installed the air conditioning unit outside. The existing heat pump was on a...
FORCED AIR SYSTEMS
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Reviewed in April 2015
The man that came out was professional and courteous. He called before he came over to make sure we were home. He took all the necessary steps to remove the old water heater and bring in the new one. He was fast, efficient, and friendly.
B & G PLUMBING & HEATING CO
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Reviewed in February 2014
I called to get a bid on replacing my furnace. He actually listened to what I was looking for. I currently have an oil furnace and I wanted bids for a propane furnace. Others that came out wanted me to install heat pump units in different portions of my house which would run be about $11,000...
Air Exchange Technologies Inc
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Reviewed in November 2013
Oil changes and tire rotations are just some of the minor things he does. He has also worked on our 99 Ford Ranger, trouble shooting a problem and doing a great job on tune ups. The great thing about Mike is that he will only fix what needs to be fixed. The true sign of an honest mechanic...
Mike's Corner Service
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Reviewed in September 2013
The plug on the oil pan was not replaced correctly and we lost a considerable amount of oil. When the car was taken to the dealership they repeated the oil change and did not charge for their service only for the oil used. When notified of the problem the manager at Grease Monkey replied that...
GREASE MONKEY
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Reviewed in June 2013
After the safety check was complete, the salesperson came out with a form that indicated that there was a major leak of coolant and engine oil from a failed head gasket. The repair for the head gasket was quoted at $1600. Since I had never had a problem with leaking oil or overheating, I asked...
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Right Now Heating & Air

Right Now Heating & Air

Customers say: Quality work

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Right Now Home Improvements is the only company in the state of Idaho that requires all of it's employees to abide by the Code of Ethics and Competency Guide for Heating and Air Conditioning and Home improvement Companies.

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Trademark Mechanical, Inc.

Trademark Mechanical, Inc.

Customers say: Quick response

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At Trademark Mechanical, Inc., we're excited to earn your business! Locally owned and operated, we are known in the are a for our prompt service and attention to detail. Customer satisfaction is always our primary concern, so be sure to give us a call today!

"I love my new HVAC system. The workers were really nice. They had to come back out to install an outlet, which was a little inconvenient. Overall, they did a good job at a fair price."

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"I love my new HVAC system. The workers were really nice. They had to come back out to install an outlet, which was a little inconvenient. Overall, they did a good job at a fair price."

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Sermon Service & Electric

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Sermon Service & Electric

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Our goal was to be ‘A Modern Company with Old Fashioned Values’, a company that understood the customers needs and successfully met them. We believed in this concept and for many of the critical business building years, became the voice on the other end of the line that the community came to know and love. Customers knew when they were talking to us that they were treated with genuine respect and concern.

Heating Oil questions, answered by experts

Yes, including optimizing settings and suggesting upgrades if needed.

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.

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.

Geothermal systems provide energy efficiency, lower utility bills, and long-term sustainability with minimal environmental impact.

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.

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