Geothermal Maintenance

How do you maintain a heating and cooling system buried in your backyard?

If you leave the work to us at Blue Fox Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing, you will not have to lift a finger.

We are Indiana’s geothermal HVAC experts. We install, repair, and maintain these highly efficient systems, which rely on renewable energy underground to heat and cool your Central Indiana home.

Are Geothermal Tune-Ups Complicated?

If you are considering a geothermal system but having second thoughts because you are worried about maintaining such a large, complex, and expensive system, let our Central Indiana heat pump experts at Blue Fox Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing soothe your fears with a few facts:

• Geothermal systems are not high maintenance. Even with pipes buried deep in your Central Indiana backyard, geothermal heating and cooling units typically need fewer checkups annually than conventional HVAC systems.
• Geothermal HVAC has some significant advantages over its traditional counterparts. Split system air-source heat pumps, air conditioners, and ductless mini splits have outdoor and indoor units. Geothermal systems do, too, but they are protected from the elements, which lessens wear and tear and simplifies maintenance.
• With fewer moving parts, geothermal systems are at less risk for breakdowns.
• Stable underground temperatures also reduce stress on geothermal systems. Conventional systems sometimes struggle in extreme temperatures.

Do Geothermal Heat Pumps Need Maintenance?

Even though geothermal systems are highly durable, efficient, and reliable, they need occasional checkups like all appliances and home systems. A professional inspection will identify minor issues and enable the technicians to provide geothermal repairs before they become costly breakdowns.

At Blue Fox Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing, we recommend an annual checkup to ensure your indoor geothermal heat pump performs efficiently and your underground loop is intact and without leaks.

With annual care, your loop will last 50 years or more, and your indoor heat pump can last 25 years or more.

On the other hand, if you neglect your geothermal system year after year, its efficiency will dwindle, and you may pay higher energy bills. It might also void your system’s warranty.

What Does Geothermal Heat Pump Maintenance Include?

Our Blue Fox Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing geothermal experts in Bloomington, Kokomo, and West Lafayette will check the underground loop and indoor heat pump during a maintenance visit. Here is a sampling of what we inspect:

Underground Loop: We ensure the loop has no leaks or obstructions and can efficiently transfer heat. We also check the liquid level and pressure and flush the loop to remove sediment and mineral buildup every few years.

Indoor Heat Pump: Your geothermal heat pump has an air filter. As a homeowner, you can check your air filter every month and replace it if it is dirty. Read your manufacturer’s instructions for information on filter type and replacement frequency.

During a maintenance visit, we also check the air filter and inspect the fan, electrical connections, and refrigerant level, which minimizes the need for a geothermal replacement or repairs. Our qualified technician lubricates moving parts, cleans the condensate drain and coils, and tests your thermostat.

Geothermal Heat Pump Maintenance Requires Expertise

Our Blue Fox Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing professionals have extensive training and experience in geothermal maintenance and repair. If we discover a heat pump problem during a tune-up, we can typically repair it on the spot.

We are proud to work with WaterFurnace geothermal heat pumps, although our qualified technicians maintain and repair all brands of geothermal equipment.

Schedule Your Geothermal Heat Pump Maintenance Today!

Let Blue Fox Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing keep your geothermal heating and cooling system in top shape. A well-maintained geothermal system provides unmatched comfort and efficiency to your Central Indiana home. Call us at 765-252-0051 or request service online.