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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Reviewed in May 2022
If you're looking for this type of service, don't look any further. IMO this company is the best in New England. We have used their services for hot water heater and gas dryer installs, and now ductwork cleaning. Ben and Dominic did a great job and were very conscientious of our home while...
Halls Clean Air Solutions
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Reviewed in February 2022
Professional and easy to work with - a great combination. Jeff was able to troubleshoot complex issues with my oil-forced-hot-water heating system and restore heating operation in a single visit. Jeff was great to collaborate with prior to his onsite service call and he reviewed pictures that...
Minuteman Heating Cooling Refrigeration, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2017
Perfectly; in time & budget. Took care getting old heaters out and new in the attic. Cleaned up and left it better than he found it. Paid more than others but it was worth it for the piece of mind it was going to be done right.
Conley Plumbing
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Reviewed in February 2014
I am a first time customer of Boston Standard... I had one immediate issue to fix (no heat in one zone) and had also requested quotes for possible future service and new installations. Jeff was very prompt, polite and professional. He was very quick to determine the problem and fix it. He...
Boston Standard Company
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Reviewed in September 2011
Showed up on time -- plumber and helper. Stuck with the job until it was complete ( replace all old galvanized pipes). Used them again when the hot water heater gave out several months later. (I was not present for that job). They did not bring the equipment to remove the old heater to the...
Tony Herce Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2009
Made appointment for gift certificate oil change. All was friendly til I showed gift card. Go out into rain for registration so we can log you in to our system. Told them reg was on passenger seat and could they log me when they bring in the car. No, we can't. Went out into rain. Please...
AUTOSERV OF PLYMOUTH
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Reviewed in March 2009
We bought this home when it had been foreclosed on and been vacant for 2 years. The realtor told us that Cilley Plumbing had winterized the plumbing and heating (hot water) systems both years in the fall (before the weather turned cold), so we should contact them to turn it all back on. We set...
JOHN CILLEY PLUMBING AND HEATING
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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.

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.

It’s a better use of energy (and your money) NOT to run an ERV system all the time. Most experts recommend that you cycle your ERV system on and off throughout the year. However, the recommended advice could change based on your climate, the number of people in your home, the size and style of your home, and your heating and cooling system. Contact a local pro for more specific advice.

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.

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