Questions You Can Ask Your Contractor About Geothermal Systems

Deciding on a geothermal system may seem like a daunting task for some. Are you going to get what you pay for? Is the contractor knowledgeable and experienced enough to do the job correctly?

At Custom Mechanical Services, we believe that educating consumers will help alleviate any hesitation on the matter. When deciding on a contractor for your geothermal project, keep in mind some of these important questions to ask them, make sure you are getting the best value for your dollar.

Will They Perform a Heat Load Calculation?

Custom Mechanical Services will perform a complete analysis of your home or building, taking all square footage, insulation, windows, and other heat loss factors into account and calculate accurately what size system you will need.

What is the Required Well Depth?

Depending on the size of your system, based on our heat load calculations, we will determine the number and the depth of wells required for your geo loop.

Will I Need to Find a Well Drilling Company?

With Custom Mechanical Services, you will never have to play the role of “sub-contractor”. We will find the right equipment and the right crew to complete the job for you. We have a great list of contractors and vendors that we have worked with in the past, throughout the state.

Will They Use a Thermally Enhanced Grout?

Sealing the bore holes for your geothermal system with grout protects local ground water from contamination. We use an environmentally friendly, thermally enhanced grout to maximize transfer of heat to and from the ground to your system.

What Are the Design Parameters for the System?

Custom Mechanical Services will calibrate your geothermal system to handle the extreme climate changes here in New England and keep your home or building at your specific comfort level.

Is The Ductwork Engineered Properly?

We will ensure that your ductwork is custom tailored to provide optimal airflow to and from your geothermal system and throughout your home or building.

What is the Efficiency Rating of the Geothermal System?

WaterFurnace geothermal systems stand on the leading edge of heating and cooling technology, boasting an impressive 500% efficiency.

Will the Geothermal System Carry a Warranty?

Every WaterFurnace system we install comes with a 10 year parts and labor warranty.

Can They Offer References and Testimonials?

We at Custom Mechanical Services have a long track record of keeping our customers satisfied, whether by the quality and professionalism of our craft, or through our continued customer service. Take a few minutes and read testimonials from our happy customers.