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• <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 May 2025
William and his crew were amazing to deal with. Came out Memorial Day afternoon. No extra charge explained what I had going on and had it up and timing within the hour. Will never call anyone else. Thank you Edwards Heating and Cooling
Edwards Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2023
Jim did a complete gut job of tackroom, wood ceiling, wood siding on walls, install and painting of cabinets, doors and other. Re worked breaker box and corrected mistakes of others. Installed on demand hot water heater and washing machine and dryer hook ups. Electric baseboard heater. Butcher...
Complete Construction
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Reviewed in August 2020
Had Airstream Technologies come out and replace our entire heating and A/C (HVAC) system. All I can say is Angie and her crew were absolutely top notch! They went over and above in many ways for us. To include fixing things that weren't their fault (from original installation) to managing our...
Airstream Technologies llc
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Reviewed in July 2018
Tim took down a monster 100 year oak in my front yard that was hovering over our house and powerlines. We talked to 8 different tree folks to get bids and Tim came in $600 less than the second lowest bid and less than half of the highest bid. His insurance was in tact, his men were...
Tim's Contracting
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Reviewed in June 2015
Regulator install was done well with no problems. There was a small leak on hot water heater and owner came back immediately to fix it. Owner and assistant were extremely nice and I plan to have them return for additional work.
Affordable Plumbing Services LLC
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Reviewed in April 2015
I called Saturday 4/18/15 and tried to get an estimate for services based on what another HVAC service provider told me needed to be done. The person who answered the phone said they would come do a free second opinion and scheduled it for today (4/21/15) in the evening after I got off work. ...
Allgeier Air
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Reviewed in July 2013
Heat went out in middle of night owner came and made it work till morning when he fixed the part causing the trouble great fella
TP Mechanical Service Co
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Reviewed in July 2013
He generally never had anything finished when he said he would. I had one bracelet fixed that broke again within a months time. When I took it back to him he would not fix it under warranty. He was very argumentative. I reluctantly, finally agreed to pay a small fee to have it fixed...
Ceasar Master Jeweler
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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.

NATE-certified technicians may charge slightly higher service fees compared to non-certified technicians. This is because NATE certification signifies a higher level of expertise and professionalism, often leading to more efficient and effective HVAC repairs and installations. While the upfront cost may be marginally higher, NATE-certified technicians can potentially save you money in the long run by reducing energy consumption, preventing frequent breakdowns, and extending the life span of your HVAC system. When looking for a local HVAC company to hire, it never hurts to ask about NATE certifications.

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

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.

There are several common types of HVAC systems that you may have, including split systems, hybrid HVAC, duct-free systems, packaged heating and air, geothermal heating, or even portable units for heating or cooling. If you aren’t sure which type is in your home or are looking to install something different, you should consult an HVAC pro to determine which option is right for your heating and cooling needs.

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