
Geothermal heating and cooling systems are an environmentally-friendly alternative to fossil fuel furnaces. They use no combustible fuel and produce no greenhouse gas emissions.
A geothermal system comprises indoor and outdoor equipment that utilizes ground loops to heat and cool your home. These components require electricity but can save you enough money on utility bills to be profitable.
Energy Efficiency
Geothermal systems are far more energy efficient than traditional furnaces and air conditioners. Because they transfer heat without burning fuel, they can save homeowners up to 70% on monthly energy bills – and that savings alone often offsets the higher upfront costs of geothermal equipment and installation.
The earth’s temperatures at 10 feet underground remain relatively stable – and geothermal heating and cooling systems use that stable temperature to provide energy that is more cost-effective than fossil fuels and electricity, and it’s renewable. Plus, since there is no combustion, they are much safer than traditional systems and do not emit greenhouse gases.
Because the equipment is kept indoors and not exposed to the elements, maintenance costs are much lower than that of traditional furnaces and air conditioners. The underground loop lasts 50-100 years, and the heat pump can be expected to last 20-25 years – that’s twice as long as a traditional system.
Reliability
Unlike fossil-fuel heating and cooling systems that require burning fuels to produce heat, geothermal heat pumps extract naturally occurring and renewable energy. This process has no harmful emissions and is therefore considered carbon-free. In summer, the extracted heat used for air conditioning is deposited back into the earth deep below, thereby increasing its efficiency and reducing energy costs in the future.
The buried ground loop installed in your yard has a 50-year warranty and requires little to no maintenance. This contrasts with conventional HVAC equipment, which requires expensive fuel and ongoing maintenance.
A geothermal system also provides a clean alternative to fossil-fuel furnaces that pollute our environment with soot and oxides of nitrogen, which are linked to increased asthma and respiratory diseases. However, it’s essential to remember that geothermal systems are costly. For a 2,000-square-foot home, geothermal retrofits.
Lifespan
Geothermal systems run without combustion of fossil fuels or other hazardous materials, eliminating the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, oil leaks, and fire. Since they use no fossil fuels, they also produce zero greenhouse gases.
Geothermal heating and cooling are safer than traditional furnaces, and geothermal systems have little maintenance compared to conventional HVAC equipment. The buried loop system, installed in your yard, is covered by a 50-year warranty, while the heat pump and other mechanicals are housed indoors. Only regular filter changes and annual professional inspections are required.
Because geothermal systems can reduce energy costs by up to 50%, they quickly pay for themselves. Coupled with government tax rebates and savings on electricity bills, a homeowner can recoup their initial investment in as little as five years.
Maintenance
Geothermal heating systems are extremely energy efficient, saving you much money on your utility bills. They only use a fraction of the electricity that traditional furnaces and air conditioners consume, enabling you to return your initial investment in as little as five years!
Unlike fossil fuel-powered systems, which emit dangerous gases such as carbon monoxide and combustible volatile fuels, geothermal heating and cooling system don’t produce any pollution. This makes them the ideal choice for anyone concerned with protecting the environment.
Geothermal heat pumps operate quietly because the equipment sits inside and isn’t exposed to outdoor elements. They don’t have an outdoor condensing unit or noisy compressor, making them an excellent choice for homes with children and elderly who want to keep their indoor environment quiet.
Geothermal systems also don’t bring outside air into the house, preventing you from breathing in allergens like pollen and pet dander. This translates into a healthy home atmosphere for your family and increases property value when it comes time to sell.