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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Last update on October 23, 2025

Reviewed in May 2024
Geo Tech is exceptional when it comes to sales, service and installation! They have been our HVAC company for 12 years now and I highly recommend them for all your heating and cooling needs! Don’t go anywhere else!
Geo Tech Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in June 2023
In the midst of the hot weather, our A/C decided to stop working. My friend referred Priority. They were able to make it out to me very quickly and repair our A/C at an affordable price. The guys were very knowledgeable and helpful in explaining how things work and what was wrong. I would...
Priority Heating And Cooling, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2022
These guys were outstanding! They will be my new heating and cooling guys! Glad they live close! Thanks Dash and Dario for a job well done! Scott and Sandy Davis Sterling Heights Mi.
Airconex Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in December 2021
Excellent, Dylan and Noelle did a great job # HD112274 installing a house generator for us. Holland Heating is fortunate to have Dylan and Noelle as employees.
Holland Heating & Cooling Inc
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Reviewed in November 2021
Great service on time went the extra mile. Clean, prompt and reasonable. Our new go to for Heating and Cooling.
SUPERIOR HEATING AND COOLING INC
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Reviewed in July 2019
As usual a great job. Monica in the office was quick to reply and the service guy found it was time for replacing a 20 year old unit. It took a week in the middle of a heat wave while other neighbor was waiting a month for another contractor.. The replacement guys were on time, worked as a...
KTM HEATING & COOLING
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Reviewed in March 2019
Floor was installed, all seemed fine. After removing all base board heaters, we questioned a missing board underneath and he said he ran out of wood. Then we asked about a couple raised boards, a few corner chips on some planks, and the varying 1/2 inch on the walkway he installed that was 47...
Frank VandePutte Wood Floors
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Reviewed in May 2015
They were very professional, courteous and cleaned up any debris. We had gotten quotes from other companies that do heating,cooling and spray foam and were shocked at the cost. Weatherwise was on time and we were thoroughly impressed with the big 20 ft truck they brought that was basically a...
Weatherwise Foam Insulation Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
Cheapest oil change in the area. There is always a long line but you can drop off if you like. Very clean and modern facility. They take time to go through everthing and let you know of any issues found. Very nice waiting area with free coffee and TV.
Serra Kia
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Reviewed in May 2013
Of course the pipes blew out shortly after the installation of the solar heater draining our new pool in the middle of the night. When a call was made to Viscount that morning they told us that they installed the solar heater as a courtesy and that they would not stand behind the installation....
Viscount Pool & Spa Ctr
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Zuvers heating, cooling & Plumbing

223 East St South

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223 East St South

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"The whole process of quoting, sales presentation, finance arrangement, installation was simple, timely, professional, complete and painless. The price was very competitive, the installation was smooth and prompt, and the end product is thing of beauty. This review is from a homeowner who has had a couple of terrible furnace experiences in the past decade."

John G on January 2021

"The whole process of quoting, sales presentation, finance arrangement, installation was simple, timely, professional, complete and painless. The price was very competitive, the installation was smooth and prompt, and the end product is thing of beauty. This review is from a homeowner who has had a couple of terrible furnace experiences in the past decade."

John G on January 2021

Northern Home & Property Solutions

10575 Nurnberger Rd

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10575 Nurnberger Rd

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We have a great crew that knows how to get work done in a timely matter. We also subcontract work out when we are busy Ower bill is depending on the size of the job half down balance at the end or if its a large job then we will split it in quarter payments

Trouble Shooters of Mid Michigan Inc

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Chuck N on October 2020

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Heating Oil questions, answered by experts

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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