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>

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Last update on November 16, 2025

Reviewed in August 2023
Noe was very professional ! Even with this heat outside he work through it! His results speak for themselves ! Excited to work with him again.
NGIII Enterprise, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2014
Change oil and filter; wash car.
CAR WASH CAR WASH
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Reviewed in July 2013
They are good. I was impressed with how good the service was. I like that when I go in for a simple oil change, they check other things as well and alert me if I am going to need further service in the future. Their prices are fair.
BERT OGDEN DEALERSHIP
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Reviewed in January 2013
Dropped off our Mercury. Let the manager, Tony, know what needed attention (several things, a blown fuse, service with oil change, fix flat on spare tire, inspection sticker). Tony called when the SUV was ready. Pay him and picked it up.
ALIGNMENT MASTERS
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Reviewed in October 2010
I needed a special oil (synthetic 0-20) and went to 2 other places before finding this place. They checked all of the fluids and tire pressure. A nice waiting room; had some free coffee.
OIL CAN HARRY'S
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Reviewed in March 2010
We appreciated the knowledge and experience Pearl Mechanical had to offer. They replaced our water heater in a very timely manner and we are 100% satisfied with the product.
Pearl Mechanical LLC
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Reviewed in March 2010
It went horrible, he has had my car for two months and its still not done, he has charged me for all the parts and 1242 in just labor. He was un professional and a scam artist!! I was charged for oil changes that were never performed, he said he changed my oil three times just to be on the safe...
Joes Texaco
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Reviewed in August 2008
There had been heavy rain & flooding in the city. Our sewer backed up and ruined most items in the basement. We contacted them and they installed a new water heater in a few days. We had contacted another plumbing company, but they were unable to replace the water heater for several weeks.
Thrasher Service Corporation
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Reviewed in October 2006
Never showed up (or phoned) for a scheduled appointment for basic A/C and heating service.
AJR Heating & Air Conditioning
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Medina Brothers Construction LLC

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Medina Brothers Construction LLC

Customers say: Quick response

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Medina Brothers Construction LLC Our crew members have the best attitude and are dedicated to making the customer happy. With over 10 years of quality experience, we are not the typical construction company. We go beyond the call of duty to please our clients. We look forward to bringing life back to your home. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

"Very happy with the work done. Found more damage after work started but Medina Brothers gave me a price and repaired everything on time. Replaced"

Dennis M on July 2025

"Very happy with the work done. Found more damage after work started but Medina Brothers gave me a price and repaired everything on time. Replaced"

Dennis M on July 2025

Dr Cool and Mr Heat LLC

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Dr Cool and Mr Heat LLC

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Customers say: Quality work

2 years of experience

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30+ years of combined experience We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"AC was fixed quick, on a warm Sunday, and for a reasonable price. Dr. Cool and Mr Heat get it back to normal quick."

Eric Z on March 2025

"AC was fixed quick, on a warm Sunday, and for a reasonable price. Dr. Cool and Mr Heat get it back to normal quick."

Eric Z on March 2025

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.

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.

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

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

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