How much should an HVAC service call be?

• <div><p>Most HVAC companies charge a flat service call fee of between <b>$75 and $150</b>, which includes traveling to your home and inspecting your system to find the underlying problem. Keep in mind that these prices only include diagnostics and the actual repairs will usually be billed separately. If you’re calling for routine service, the service call will be included in your inspection and tune-up, with the total sitting around <b>$150</b>. Your prices could be a little higher if you have a very large home with multiple condensers and air handlers, as inspections and servicing take longer.</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 September 2017
The oil change went well. But then they recommended I replace the two back shock absorbers, which would have cost about $350, because the service technician had detected a leak in one of them. I ended up taking the car somewhere else for a second opinion -- they said there was no leak, only rust...
Sun Devil Auto - 29
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Reviewed in June 2017
Great! Reached out to them when company I had contract with didn't show when no heat. Pro Air has come by for emergency repairs for both heater and A/C. Came as promised, reasonable priced and did excellent work.
Pro Air Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in May 2017
Hill checked the water heater as asked. Determined problem and gave us options for repair.
Hill & Hill Plumbing Heating
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Reviewed in April 2017
My wife and I were interested in the tankless water heater but did not know to much about them. The plumber (Ken) came out and sat down with us to discuss our options after doing a thorough evaluation of our current water heater. Ken was able to explain different water heater types and we...
Spaid Mechanical Inc
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Reviewed in September 2014
My water heater wasn't working first thing this morning (leaked and didn't heat -- but was 22 years old!) so I checked Angie's List and found the deals offered by Redbird Plumbing. I left a message and Chris called me back when the business opened for the day. I decided to go with another 40...
Redbird Plumbing
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Reviewed in September 2013
I have been having basic maintenance done here on all of my vehicles for a couple of years. The always do it by the book. Double checking oil level shouting out light check etc. Pretty minimal pressure to up-sell you unneeded services - unlike some other quick lube places I have used. I...
Jiffy Lube
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Reviewed in January 2013
I called D & R Plumbing to remove and replace my worn out water heater. I chose D &R because they carried the brand of water heater I wanted, Bradford White. I decided to remove the old water heater before they arrived so I could clean up the rust and debris under and around the old water...
D&R Plumbing, Heating & Air, Inc
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Reviewed in March 2012
They are a dealership that she uses and that I bought her car from, her car is the sixth car that I have bought from them and their services are into sales as well. She has the oil changed there for $10 and the last I had the oil in my truck changed there for $20, that's just because we had...
University Subaru
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Reviewed in March 2012
I have two vehicles and the last time I took my truck in to have my oil changed and that cost me $80, they prices are too high, but my for we didn’t need to have the oil changed because we use a dealership that we bought it from. I would use them in the future.
JIFFY LUBE
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Reviewed in September 2011
They did a good job. There was another company who wanted to put in a whole new heating system because I had a leak in the Freon. So, I appreciated what Masters Bros did. The cost was about $100. They work on air conditioning and heating. They respond quickly. They do a lot of different types of...
Masters Brothers
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Regular inspections, loop flushing, and checking heat exchangers help extend system lifespan.

Most HVAC companies charge a flat service call fee of between $75 and $150, which includes traveling to your home and inspecting your system to find the underlying problem. Keep in mind that these prices only include diagnostics and the actual repairs will usually be billed separately. If you’re calling for routine service, the service call will be included in your inspection and tune-up, with the total sitting around $150. Your prices could be a little higher if you have a very large home with multiple condensers and air handlers, as inspections and servicing take longer.

Yes, geothermal heat pumps are worth the money. You can save about 70% on heating costs in the winter and around 50% on cooling costs in the summer with a geothermal heat pump compared to a traditional HVAC system. Over time, your savings on monthly utilities will pay for the cost of the geothermal heat pump installation. If you have an incredibly small yard, however, you may not have enough space for this type of system.

Yes, technicians check refrigerant levels, loop performance, and system calibration for peak efficiency.

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.

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