Making plans for the installation of a geothermal heat pump system is really very simple. The approach is very similar to any other conventional HVAC replacement or new installation project. Here is an outline of what a heating contractor normally follows when planning a geothermal system project:
Property Visit – Determine type of geothermal system to recommend. The dealer will also measure for placement of equipment, needed electric and other mechanical components.
Present Proposal - Heating contractors will work on a detailed proposal for the homeowners. The next steps follow the acceptance of the proposal. (In many cases the next step listed, heat loss/gain, has already been caclulated prior to the proposal.)
Heat Loss/Gain – Will assist with selecting correct equipment, loop design and energy projection.
Install Loop – If the loop is closed loop the dealer will either subcontract to install the loop or will install the loop themselves.
Order Equipment – WaterFurnace equipment is made per order and delivered to the dealer normally within 5 business days from the date of order.
Install Equipment – Once the loop field has been completed the removal of the older equipment and installation of the new WaterFurnace system takes no longer than any conventional system. After the equipment is installed the dealer’s technician commissions the unit with a start-up procedure outlined by WaterFurnace.
Post Check-up – The dealer should return after six months to check the air filter and determine the operating performance of the loop and equipment. The dealer returns again after one year to do the same inspection.
Annual Maintenance – WaterFurnace units are shipped with 10-year all parts and 10-year labor allowance as standard. These units require very little maintenance other than annual check-ups to make sure the equipment is operating at factory specifications and the air filters are clean.
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