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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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>

Q: How often should I have my HVAC system serviced?

• <div><p>For most systems, an annual HVAC system service is more than enough. Some homeowners prefer a twice-a-year visit to ensure the system is ready for the upcoming summer and winter seasons. If you need to call an HVAC pro more often than this, it may be time to check if your system is getting old enough for a replacement. </p></div>

Q: Are there energy-efficient measures taken during these services?

• <div><p>Yes, including optimizing settings and suggesting upgrades if needed.</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>

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Last update on October 23, 2025

Reviewed in September 2018
He was able to come out in 24 hours to replace the water heater. He took care of the old water heater. Everything went smoothly.
Anytime Plumbing Services
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Reviewed in April 2017
The service was free. He offers a one time fee for a lifetime of oil changes. It's about the price of 5 oil changes, but it's for the lifetime of your vehicle, or as long as you own it. You can't hardly beat it. After the 5th oil change, they're all free. I appreciate them and they're great...
O'Kean Automotive Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2013
Diagnosed the problem with my heat pump, explained how the heat pump heats, cools and what my options were. The process went fine no problems, issues, or concerns.
Jim's Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in March 2012
They are the only one I have used for heating and air conditioning. They charge a fair price. They are companionate. I would use them again in the future.
HOLMAN HEATING & AIR
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Reviewed in March 2012
They did a great job. This house was like a cottage and had just baseboard heater, so they had to do all the running of the pipes and everything. It was not replacing a different system, but was like a brand new system. We did a lot of looking in the Yellow Pages and getting quotes and comparing...
Nrg Mechanical LLC
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Reviewed in March 2011
the Job went very good. We were remodling home, so he came in and insullated from the outside of home because we were not removing sheet rock inside of home so removed the vinyl and cut small holes and blowed the insutlation in between each joint. He then went to the attic and sprayed and r-32 i...
DANVILLE INSULATING CO
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Reviewed in July 2005
THIS COMPANY WAS VERY BUSY BUT GOT TO US VERY QUICKLY. THEY FIXED THE HEATING ELEMENT AND WE WERE UP AND COOKING AGAIN. THEY WERE VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT OUR OVEN AND DID A WONDERFUL JOB. THEY WERE FAST, FRIENDLY AND VERY POLITE.
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Heating Oil questions, answered by experts

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.

For most systems, an annual HVAC system service is more than enough. Some homeowners prefer a twice-a-year visit to ensure the system is ready for the upcoming summer and winter seasons. If you need to call an HVAC pro more often than this, it may be time to check if your system is getting old enough for a replacement.

Yes, including optimizing settings and suggesting upgrades if needed.

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

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.

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