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Geothermal Specialist, Inc.

Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Installation, Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service,

About us

Geothermal Specialist, Inc. has serviced & installed close to 3000 geothermal systems in NW Indiana and SW Michigan since 1983. No one else in NW Indiana has the experience & service you'll find at GSI.

Business highlights

42 years of experience

Services we offer

Geothermal service and installation- Enertech Hydron GeoComfort Tetco WaterFurnace Bosch FHP HydroHeat Bard GeoExcel ClimateMaster ComfortMaker Carrier Trane Bryant Modine EconAire , Specializing in design, installation and service of geothermal systems.

Amenities

Warranties

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.624 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
63%
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4%
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Jacob S.
Mar 2022
5.0
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Installation
Yes, I recommend this pro
They go out of their way to make sure the customer is happy.

Paul N.
Oct 2020
4.0
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Service was timely.

Cathie Y.
Jun 2020
5.0
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
This is hard to believe but the HVAC guy that installed the GeoThermal refused to repair it because it was 4 years old. I found Geothermal Specialist through HomeAdvisor, these people got on the repair in less than 24 hours after my call, but also showed me that the Modine Geothermal has a 10 year parts and labor warranty.

Dean S.
Mar 2020
5.0
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Steve is amazing! Called me within minutes of submitting a request, even though he was not feeling well! Even remembered meeting me a year ago in passing... You just don't get that anymore from anyone! Then Melissa seconds later to schedule. Dave & Brandon were professional, knowledgeable, and on the spot! Don't know if you guys will see this... But thanks! Dean

Bonnie B.
Jun 2019
5.0
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Very knowledgeable. I ve had this geothermal system for 7 years. Annual checkups and cleaning. This is the first company I have felt actually understood the system fully and the did a great job

John S.
Mar 2019
5.0
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro

Vaid V.
Mar 2018
0.5
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
If a zero star was possible on Google, this would be a zero. Geothermal Specialists contacted us in January 2018 to schedule an appointment for a Comfort Care Maintenance service that they recommended to us. Since we had previously used this company to provide repair service on our Geothermal Unit, we agreed to schedule the appointment. A technician was sent to our home on 3/6/18 and completed the $195 service . Minutes after the tech left, my husband noticed that the Geothermal unit was now leaking. He called the tech back to our house and after examining the leak, the tech explained that a chemical he flushed through the unit as a part of the maintenance process created the leak as the unit was very old and the chemicals were too harsh. He then recommended that we purchase a new unit ($11,000) to replace the old one, but if we were unable to do that, they could repair the leak for approx. $700 but it would be a week before someone could return to do it. We asked to speak with the owner, since this seemed unfair as their company encouraged and mislead us into receiving the service, and now the service had caused a leak that they were now asking us to pay an additional $700 to repair. On 3/6/18 we spent the night without heat, on 3/7/18 we called another company to repair the unit. The company that repaired the unit on 3/7/18 only charged us $250, compared to the $700 Geothermal Services wanted to charge to fix a leak they caused. The reader can do the math on that. After contacting the main office to request a refund for the $195 comfort care maintenance service, Steve, the owner of Geothermal Specialists called me at 5 pm on 3/7/18 and would not take any accountability for the fact that their maintenance service initiated the leak on our unit. He then said he would issue a $195 refund, ONLY IF we agreed to sever ties with their company, call someone else to repair the leak they caused, and not share any negative feedback about their company online/ or otherwise. We of course didn't agree to that for a number of reasons, which should be obvious to most people. He then said he would no longer issue a refund since we could not agree to the terms he outlined. I filed a complaint with the Indiana Attorney General's consumer protection office and the Better Business Bureau, both complaints are currently being investigated. I was not at all surprised to discover that this was not the first complaint filed with the Better Business Bureau on Geothermal Specialists. We have never had to leave negative feedback on any company we have ever done business with, but this was the worst experience we've ever had with any company. After using this company's repair services for over 1 year, paying in full for each service, even if we felt the prices were inflated, we were very disappointed by the carelessness of the service provided and the failed attempt by the owner Steve to intimidate us as if we have done something wrong. Which is why we made it a pri
Response from Geothermal Specialist, Inc.

"We are in the business to help people. This personal attack on my character speaks for itself to people who know me. Mrs Vaid was told repeatedly the system was old and required replacement and was very frustrated when that time came. Brazing a unit that old was not worth the investment and a solder job over old brazing is not likely to hold. I gave an exceptional replacement offer that was refused. Unless I replaced her system with a new one AT NO COST that she was going to persist with bad reviews in every possible avenue. She indeed has done that. We are not inclined to give way to cyber bullying. She is part of the 1-2% we cannot satisfy."


William M.
Feb 2018
4.5
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
I see review for knowledgeable, good work and reasonable price. I do agree,, but is $375 an hour a reasonable price.. Is it??? WoW

Jim V.
Dec 2017
5.0
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Steve is very knowledgeable about geo thermal systems. He does good work at a reasonable price.

Clem K.
Nov 2017
5.0
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Responded next day. Found the problem, ordered needed parts and got the job done. Called us back and kept us informed as to where in the parts order process and repair schedule we were at. Very easy to do business with. We now have a new company to call for any future repairs.

Jack D.
Dec 2016
5.0
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Affordable, Dependable and Polite! Scott (Owner) called and asked many questions before assigning Matt (Service Tech) our work order. Steve was asking these questions to not only determine if a service call could be avoided, but to also insure Matt had all the right tool to complete the repair. With winter already here an Arctic Blast coming, Matt diagnosed our our problem and preformed the necessary repairs to bring our home to be comfortable again. My thanks to both Steve and Matt! Happy Holidays.
Response from Geothermal Specialist, Inc.

"Mr. DeLee, Thank you for your kind words. We will be sure to pass your note to Matt."


JORDAN H.
Dec 2014
4.5
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Installation
Yes, I recommend this pro
good people and good service they know there stuff

Barbara P.
Sep 2013
5.0
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Installation
Yes, I recommend this pro
Anyone considering a geothermal heating system or replacing their current one should not hesitate to contact this company. . they know geothermal inside and out. . professional, quality company that assesses your needs accurately, has great communication, is neat and tidy about their work and the new system up and running within two days. . . couldn't be happier with the whole process.

Linda C.
Jul 2013
4.5
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
They were timely they contacted us right away and were able to come out in the evening and fix the problem. They were able to figure out the problem that another repair service was not able to fix and they were able to fix it at a valuable price.

Vernon C.
Nov 2012
N/A
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Geothermal Specialist Inc was on time for their appointment to review my issue with my heating system. They are very professional and know their business. They were able to diagnose the problem and I was able to make the repair. I would highly recommend this company

Rick C.
Jan 2012
N/A
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Great repair technician, came out on a holiday and stayed until our furnace was working again. Top notch professional service!
Response from Geothermal Specialist, Inc.

"Kudos to one of our suppliers that was open on New Years day that had the Smart Valve and ignitor we needed to correct the problem. We get great fulfillment in solving customer problems."


Brad B.
Jan 2012
N/A
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Installation
Yes, I recommend this pro
Easy to get a hold of. Did install shortly after purchase.

Matt R.
Dec 2011
N/A
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Friendly, open and very easy to work with. Kept me informed every step of the way and made some useful suggestions for the future.

Michellle M.
Dec 2011
N/A
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Geothermal Specialists came out to our house on a Saturday to give us a second opinion. In the end, he not only fixed our problem but also saved us thousands of dollars for finding the actual problem and not diagnose something else in order to make more money.

BERNARD P.
Nov 2011
N/A
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Able to dianose my furnace problem when others kept on guessing and giving me quote on their guess. The Geothermal Specialist tested my system and fixed the problem the first time.

David H.
Jan 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
great company with professional employees

Dan B.
Aug 2009
5.0
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Quick service. Had the parts with him and made a quick repair

Alli F.
Oct 2008
5.0
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Installation
Yes, I recommend this pro
On the plus side:Knowledgeable, friendly, fairly priced, timely, organized, helpful, careful and considerate. On the minus side: Sometimes hard to get a return phone call. Three weeks after install i still haven't received an invoice marked "paid", although I paid in full on the installation day. Three weeks after install their big sign is still in front of my house...hope they pick it up soon! Summary: The pluses far far outweighed any minor inconveniences.
Response from Geothermal Specialist, Inc.

"The invoice presented was marked paid, dated and signed by the jobsite foreman. A statement was sent as she requested in the phone call and scheduled sign pickup shortly thereafter."


Paul B.
Aug 2006
N/A
Geothermal Heating or Cooling System Installation

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FAQ

Geothermal Specialist, Inc. is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM Sunday: Closed
Geothermal Specialist, Inc. accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
No, Geothermal Specialist, Inc. does not offer free project estimates.
No, Geothermal Specialist, Inc. does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Geothermal Specialist, Inc. does not offer a senior discount.
No, Geothermal Specialist, Inc. does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Geothermal Specialist, Inc. offers warranties.

Contact Information

5427 N. 300 E., LaPorte, IN 46350

Service Hours

Sunday:Closed
Monday:8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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