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My recommendations for a checklist to assist in choosing a geothermal contractor:
___ How many geothermal systems has the contractor done in the past ____ Years?
___ What credentials does the contractor have?
___ Member of the Wisconsin Geothermal Association?
___ IGSHPA Accredited
___ Fusion Certification
___ Trained in and uses ACCA Manual J Heat loss/gain calculations (or software that includes this).
___ Trained in and uses ACCA Manual D duct design and installation(or software that includes this).
___ Certified in the brand of heat pump contractor is selling.
___ Wisconsin Well & Water Systems, LLC Preferred Contractor? YES / NO
___ Ask what is the Manual J load, summer and winter design temps. Compare to other contractors bids. (What is Manual J? Resnet has a good answer here!)
___ What is the size system being proposed (in tons) ___ % of Winter heat load covered?
___ What is my projected costs for heating and cooling based upon current utility costs?
___ Is my current ductwork and electrical service adequate to support system? YES / NO
___ What are the warranty details? Is labor covered? YES / NO For _____ Years.
___ What is the type of loop system being proposed? (open loop, horizontal, vertical, directional, hybrid, etc.).
___ Is heat pump Single stage? Double Stage? Variable Speed? Explain the differences.
___ Do I need back-up heat? When should I expect the back-up heat to engage?
___ What is the total cost? Are there available rebates? From whom and how are they received?
___ What portion of the work qualifies for tax credits and how do I apply them?
___ What brand of heat exchanger? Are there options to consider within that brand?
Notes and References ( ___ Checked references).
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