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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Reviewed in May 2017
They made an error the previous time I was there, so this oil change was free.
KAUAI TOYOTA/SUZUKI
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Reviewed in October 2016
Installed Mitsubishi heat pump. The heat pump will work until -5*. When I called Mark, he out here within a half hour. It was a totally different experience than that I had with a company earlier. Everyone with Airflo was terrific. I can't think a negative thing to say about them.
Air Flo Heating Inc
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Reviewed in October 2015
The oil change was done without authorization, I wait for the car computer to let me know when to change oil. The computer was not reset for the next oil change.
Kresky Auto Repair & Electric Inc
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Reviewed in April 2014
Very outstanding work. He took the time to explain all out our heating system and the thermostat. Also, he set and recommended the proper energy savings for our heater, too. I would recommend them again. Excellent job.
Peninsula Heat
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Reviewed in March 2014
My brother bought a new heat pump and I still have oil heat. The job was completed in a timely manner and on the day and time that we had arranged. This company recently took over servicing oil furnaces and I was happy they could do this job for us.
ACTIONAIRE INC
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Reviewed in January 2014
Car ready before promised. Loaner was provided and warmed up before giving it to me. I also have all my oil changes done with this dealer. The always provide me with a report on systems such as tire wear, brakes percentage of wear, and possible future maintenance. There is never any pressure...
Wilder Toyota Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
A group of really nice, professional people. I got rides to and from my home while the services were being done. Average prices, great waiting area complete with cookies, coffee and a massaging chair! Their my auto repair guys for sure. Oh, and they even wash your car as part of the oil...
I-5 Toyota Scion
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Reviewed in September 2013
From the initial phone call to the completed installation everything went great. This was the first time my wife and I used Noble Plumbng and Heating and we couldn't be more satisfied. To my way of thinking Richard is a professional in every sense of the word and his years of experience...
Noble Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in July 2013
Timely response. Professional job. Didn't push the upsale to replace the as old but working water heater to far. Price was on the high side
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
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Reviewed in February 2013
1986 Mazda B2000 Pickup;one owner. Oil light came on. Reservoir was full. Called and they said bring it on in but would be several days before they'd be able to get to it. This is Monday afternoon. I thought oil pump. Wednesday they called and said sensor. Come and get it . We've been...
Olympic Springs
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Costs depend on system age, type, labor, and whether part replacements are necessary.

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.

Service costs range from $200 to $1,500, depending on maintenance needs, system age, and labor.

Yes, geothermal heat pumps are worth the money. You can save about 70% on heating costs in the winter and around 50% on cooling costs in the summer with a geothermal heat pump compared to a traditional HVAC system. Over time, your savings on monthly utilities will pay for the cost of the geothermal heat pump installation. If you have an incredibly small yard, however, you may not have enough space for this type of system.

An evaporator or swamp cooler is a common alternative for small spaces. These coolers blow moist air into a space to help cool it down. They are more affordable than misters and use much less water. However, coolers will not have the same cooling effect as misters, cannot help plants survive the heat, and only reach a small area.

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