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Geothermal heat pumps are made up of “loops” that are filled with antifreeze or a water and antifreeze mix. In order for your geothermal system to function properly, the antifreeze needs to be maintained at a proper level. Our team will inspect the levels of antifreeze in your pipes and adjust accordingly. Additionally, the pressure and temperatures within the loops will be inspected and adjusted if needed as well.
Due to the nature of your geothermal system being installed underground, dirt, debris, and other bacteria can damage the pipes and loops by infiltrating them. During your maintenance visit, we will clean any parts of your system that could be affected by this dirt and debris and ensure that everything is clean and running properly.
A common misconception about geothermal heat pump systems is that their air duct system does not need to be maintained like traditional HVAC systems. Geothermal air duct systems do in fact need to be inspected on a regular basis to ensure their airflow is functioning efficiently.
The pipes or “loops” in your geothermal heat pump are arguably the most crucial component of the entire system and must be inspected annually to ensure that they are working correctly. We will inspect the pipes and inform you of any potential issues and needed repairs. In the event that a repair is necessary, it’s crucial that you schedule service as soon as possible so that your system remains intact and continues working adequately.
Most geothermal systems benefit from a professional maintenance visit once a year, with many technicians recommending a checkup in spring or fall before the system transitions into a period of heavier use. Annual geothermal maintenance keeps all components operating at peak efficiency and gives your Howell-Chase Heating and Air Conditioning technician the opportunity to catch developing issues before they become costly repairs. Consistent upkeep is one of the simplest ways to protect your geothermal system and overall home comfort.
A thorough geothermal maintenance visit covers inspection and cleaning of the heat pump components, checking refrigerant levels, testing electrical connections and controls, inspecting the circulation pump, and verifying that the ground loop pressure is within the correct range. Spring is a particularly good time to schedule this visit, as it allows your technician to address anything that may have stressed your geothermal system through the heating demands of winter before the cooling season begins.
A well-maintained geothermal system consistently delivers better efficiency than one that has been neglected. As the system transitions from heating to cooling in spring, dirty coils, low refrigerant, or a struggling circulation pump all force the system to work harder to achieve the same results, which shows up directly in your energy bills. Keeping up with annual geothermal maintenance will preserve the efficiency advantages that make geothermal systems so cost-effective over time.
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