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 often do I need to service my HVAC system?

• <div><p>You need to service an HVAC system about twice per year, with a service including an inspection and basic maintenance. It’s best to schedule maintenance in the spring (after the furnace has been running and before the AC kicks on) and in the fall (after the AC worked hard all summer and before winter’s first chill arrives). </p><p>Regular HVAC services will keep the system working as efficiently as possible, saving you money on utilities and larger repairs. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/ac-service-cost.htm">HVAC maintenance costs</a> around $250 per visit, while bigger repairs from forgotten upkeep could cost thousands.</p></div>

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Last update on October 17, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
Great job, well done. All new American Standard furnace/AC/Heat Pump.
Ellendale Heating & Cooling, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2020
The person who showed up explained the owner of the business (Jeremy) who was supposed to show up had a bigger job. The person who came arrived 1 hour late, in a small car, and the only tool he had was a screw driver. He said he was learning and didn’t know anything about April Air. He tightened...
JD Heating And Air LLC
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Reviewed in January 2014
Contacted Conners Plumbing & Heating to come out and inspect our 12 year old leaking hot water heater to determine whether a replacement was needed. Dave was quickly able to determine that a replacement was necessary. Pricing was discussed, we obtained additional quotes, and ultimately decided...
Connors Plumbing & Heating Inc
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Reviewed in July 2013
The compressor on our central air system failed and a new replacement was needed. We contacted Owatonna Heating and Cooling for a bid and Glen Hanson promptly came out that afternoon. He gathered information and promised he would be back later with replacement options. He returned with a...
Owatonna Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in June 2013
The previous owner had been billed for installation of a new furnace and venting. Maybe that happened sometime in the 1960's but not in this century. That company would not even come out and inspect the work we were being billed for. We called Mand M Heating, they came out at the time...
M & M HEATING & AIR LLC
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Reviewed in October 2012
Mr Hemann came out and inspected the chimney and fireplace, he said the chimney was in great shape and did not require cleaning but noticed that the hot water heater exhaust pipe had some corrosion and suggested that a roofing and heating company be contacted. Since we had never used a fireplace...
Hemann Chimney Sweeping
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Reviewed in September 2010
We called Barnes Plumbing because two of our radiators were not heating properly. Mike came out and turned one of our radiator valves fully open and explained how to check the others in the house. He did not charge us and he took time to explain how our heating system works. We would...
Barnes Plumbing Co
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Reviewed in April 2010
We called early that morning, and they said they would have techs out to look at it by 1:00, and they were here by 12:30. We explained the issues we were having, that it was not heating the water at all, and that the unit was extremely old. They asked us to follow them downstairs while they...
Wencl Plumbing
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Advantage Mechanical LLC

1615 10th Ave S

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Advantage Mechanical LLC

1615 10th Ave S

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3 years of experience

Residential, Industrial and Commercial heating and cooling contractor offering high pressure piping installations and repair, gas piping, boiler replacement, snow melt, in floor heat, water heater repair and replacement, welding fabrication and repair. 24-hour service. Local majority women and veteran owned business.

J Brothers Mechanical Plus

1036 Aspen Ave SE Unit D

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J Brothers Mechanical Plus

1036 Aspen Ave SE Unit D

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Service plumbing, service heating and cooling, new construction plumbing, Heating, and cooling, equipment replacement.

"Excellent work done by J Brothers. Very professional and friendly. Got the job done in a timely manner and covered all the bases. Will hire again for all plumbing and HVAC needs! Only company I trust to get the job done."

Tyler B on December 2022

Service plumbing, service heating and cooling, new construction plumbing, Heating, and cooling, equipment replacement.

"Excellent work done by J Brothers. Very professional and friendly. Got the job done in a timely manner and covered all the bases. Will hire again for all plumbing and HVAC needs! Only company I trust to get the job done."

Tyler B on December 2022

Trisko Heating & Plumbing

320 Pine St S,

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Trisko Heating & Plumbing

320 Pine St S,

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

We are a 3rd generation company. We have been in business for almost 60 years. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and quick response.

"Wonderful. The guy finished that project really quickly, on time, very professional."

Harmony S on May 2018

We are a 3rd generation company. We have been in business for almost 60 years. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and quick response.

"Wonderful. The guy finished that project really quickly, on time, very professional."

Harmony S on May 2018

Heating Oil questions, answered by experts

There are three main types of heat pumps. An air-source heat pump system is the most common and has two parts—an indoor air handler unit and an outdoor heat pump unit. A ductless heat pump system functions similarly to an air-source heat pump system but doesn’t need ductwork to distribute the air. A geothermal heat pump system pulls heat from the ground to help heat your home.

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 need to service an HVAC system about twice per year, with a service including an inspection and basic maintenance. It’s best to schedule maintenance in the spring (after the furnace has been running and before the AC kicks on) and in the fall (after the AC worked hard all summer and before winter’s first chill arrives).

Regular HVAC services will keep the system working as efficiently as possible, saving you money on utilities and larger repairs. HVAC maintenance costs around $250 per visit, while bigger repairs from forgotten upkeep could cost thousands.

While it's generally safe to stay in a home with a coolant leak if your home is properly ventilated, it's important to have a professional come out to assess the situation right away. You should evacuate your home if you notice any powerful fumes. Additionally, you should leave your home if you are experiencing headaches or dizziness.

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