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>

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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I had the best experience with Competitive Heating and cooling he was very professional very reasonable loved he was bilingual cleaned up. will call back if ever needed and will recommend this company
Competitive Heating and Cooling LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
Sean responds so quickly if he is not able to answer the call immediately. We hired him to clean our 15 year old ac/furnace. We had been told when we built the house that the unit would only last 15 years. Sean told us that the unit was limping along and we would have to replace within a...
AIR QUALITY PROS LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Brad Brown failed to pull a permit for the work at my moms house. My mom has been without gas because the Gas Company of New Mexico came and PULLED HER METER. Mr. Brown will not return their calls, respond to text messages or anything. He has basically left them without a resolution for more...
Air Service of NM, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2019
The BDS team did an outstanding job staining/oiling our log cabin structures, which were in pretty bad shape. They went above and beyond our expectations. Don't hesitate to hire them: Honest, hardworking, experienced and efficient. Great job too cleaning up afterwards. Will hire them again!
BDS Painting, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2018
Mohammed was quick to respond and call me. Came within the hour to give a quote. He showed us what was wrong explained everything. He had a new water heater with him and installed it in a couple of hours. His price was very affordable. Very professional and respectful. I will be using him again...
Emergency water heater and plumbing
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Reviewed in November 2013
wow. Thank goodness for more reputable places like Big O Tires and Brake masters. Not sure if my truck really needed a starter or not but it has one now. Also new battery. This guy talks a good big talk but he's a snake oil seller. Took my car in for tire rotation and was told that it needed...
Classic Lube And Oil
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Reviewed in October 2012
The technician was an hour late but I attributute that to the heavy volume of calls during this time of season. There is always a backlog of customers needing Heating A/C services at the change of the seasons for this company because they do such a fantastic job. Well worth the wait. The...
TLC Plumbing Heating Cooling Electrical
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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.

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.

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

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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