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>

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Q: Are there downsides to using a geothermal heat pump for floor heating?

• <div><p>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. </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: What factors affect servicing costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on system age, type, labor, and whether part replacements are necessary.</p></div>

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Last update on October 23, 2025

Reviewed in January 2017
They showed up less than an hour after I called, there before 9. By noon my heat was working. Tickled with their service; won't call anyone else!
Cary Heating & Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in July 2015
Overall it was very good service. It is super-easy to get an appointment for the same or next day. First they looked at our old water heater and it was decided that by the time we received the part for it and replaced it, that we may as well replace the whole water heater. They called in...
Maxwell-White Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in October 2013
Great service and reasonable price. They did not try all the up sells that sometimes come along with oil changes.
DAHL MOTORS FORD SUBARU
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Reviewed in September 2013
I had owned a Lincoln at the time and the oil change was free because it was a Lincoln. This is a good deal. I also bought the Lincoln from Dahl. They were very friendly and helpful. Excellent staff and very satisfied with them. My mother in law also uses Dahl and she seems to like them too.
Dahl Ford Lincoln
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Reviewed in April 2013
Bob took the time to hear our needs and gave us several options that would work for us. Bob was early for both the appointment to look at our current setup and provide an estimate and the appointment to install our new tankless water heater. Bob was polite, respectful, and cleaned up the area...
Advanced Plumbing Systems
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Reviewed in December 2012
I took my car in at 9 a.m. and left it asking for the oil change to be done by 1 p.m. if possible. They called me at 10:45 and said it was done! The guys are always professional and the price was great.
Autostream Car Care - Hampden of Baltimore
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Reviewed in May 2012
They were very helpful and told us about the rebates that we can get on the water heater. I was at work when they came. They put all the needed information and told us about the rebates that we could send in for with the new water heater. They were very prompt with coming as our water heater...
Dennis Priebe Plumbing
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Heating Oil questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

Costs depend on system age, type, labor, and whether part replacements are necessary.

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.

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