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: Do services include eco-friendly options?

• <div><p>Yes, many providers offer organic or eco-friendly treatments. Confirm availability with your contractor.</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>

Q: How long does it take for geothermal to pay for itself?

• <div><p>A geothermal heat pump system will take about <b>10 years</b> 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. </p></div>

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It was a pleasure working with them. The experience was professional from the first meeting. The shingles were delivered and roof replaced in temperatures that felt like 109 degrees. Even with that heat the crews were all polite and very nice, plus they did great work. I was able to get the...
JC Custom Services LLC
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Reviewed in March 2016
The gentleman who came out, Ron represented the company very well. He knew the product very well and the capabilities of heating and cooling the home. We were very impressed with him. The appearance of the home after the work looked very beautiful, like new! They helped keep the siding within...
Continental Siding Supply, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2014
Took my truck in with a vibration problem, and found out the issue was the U joints. They put a second person on it and were able to get it back to me that afternoon. They even noticed one of my headlights that was out of alignment and adjusted it for free. I have used these guys in the...
Smith Specialty Automotive
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Reviewed in March 2011
The installation seemed to go well except that within a day and a half the system shut down. This happened at midnight and we called the after hours number 3 different times and no one ever called back or came to repair the service until the office opened in the morning. They apologized that...
Polar Aire Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in January 2008
We noticed a problem on a Friday, with 2 outlets in our kitchen (they functioned intermittently). My husband replaced one outlet and it SEEMED to fix BOTH. But on the following Tuesday, with my husband out of town on business, I woke to find that the original two outlets weren't functioning,...
KAL Electric
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Reviewed in June 2007
The costs seemed out of line, for example for an A coil repair, heat pump, and copper it was $7500. We decided to get a second opinion. The second opinion was $3500 less, as was their inspection fee.
Cates Service Co
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Heating Oil questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, many providers offer organic or eco-friendly treatments. Confirm availability with your contractor.

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.

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

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.

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