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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Q: How long does it take for geothermal to pay for itself?

• <div><p>A geothermal heat pump system will take about <b>10 years</b> 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. </p></div>

Q: Are there energy-efficient measures taken during these services?

• <div><p>Yes, including optimizing settings and suggesting upgrades if needed.</p></div>

Q: What type of HVAC system do I have?

• <div><p>There are several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/common-types-of-HVAC-systems.htm">common types of HVAC systems</a> that you may have, including split systems, hybrid HVAC, duct-free systems, packaged heating and air, geothermal heating, or even portable units for heating or cooling. If you aren&rsquo;t sure which type is in your home or are looking to install something different, you should consult an HVAC pro to determine which option is right for your heating and cooling needs.</p></div>

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>

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Reviewed in July 2024
Absolutely loved these guys!!! They went FAR ABOVE AND BEYOND for us working on our OLD water heater. I have no doubt than any other plumber would have just given up and said "Buy a new one!" But not these guys. Saved me a bunch of money!!! I'll definitely be using them in the future.
Truslow's Plumbing & Home Improvement LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
We contracted Jake & Jim's to handle a water heater replacement on a property we are not local to. They replaced an 80-gallon water heater with a 50-gallon tank. The water heater then leaked two different times. When I asked Jake why this might be happening, he said the water heater may be too...
Jake And Jim's Quality Plumbing
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Reviewed in May 2023
They were only interested in selling me a new unit, not repairing my old one, even temporarily. I have an "elderly" heat pump that needs a compressor. I intend to replace this heatpump within two years but CANNOT do it now so I asked them to repair the unit. They refused because "Trane no longer...
Darnold & Lyons Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in September 2017
Home protection plan (not named) unable to provide service earlier than 6 September, 5 days away. USA Pipe Repair of Virginia came within 3 hours to repair our hot water heater.
USA Pipe Repair of Virginia, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2013
Our heat pump blower was not working at all. Even though it was the day after Thanksgiving, John Providenti didn't hesitate to come out on a service call. When he arrived he knew exactly what to look for and found a blown capacitor. He had the correct replacement part in his truck and was able...
JP Mechanical, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2011
I would highly recommend them. I used their service a month ago. I've used them for about three years. We found other places but always went back to them even though they were thirty five minutes away from the house. They are very good and trustworthy people. We use a lot of them. They got...
Crossroads Auto Repair
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Reviewed in October 2009
Great, as always. I brought the car in for an oil change and some warranty work. Ernie from the service department called me at work to let me know that some minor additional problems needed to be taken care of. He let me know up front what it would cost and gave me options for completing the...
Hometown Hyundai
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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.

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.

Yes, including optimizing settings and suggesting upgrades if needed.

There are several common types of HVAC systems that you may have, including split systems, hybrid HVAC, duct-free systems, packaged heating and air, geothermal heating, or even portable units for heating or cooling. If you aren’t sure which type is in your home or are looking to install something different, you should consult an HVAC pro to determine which option is right for your heating and cooling needs.

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.

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