There are many misconceptions about geothermal systems. The truth is that they are simple and effective and will last as long as conventional heating and cooling equipment if installed and maintained properly.
Geothermal Myths Dispelled: What You Should Know
One of the most energy-efficient and comfortable ways to heat and cool your home is with a geothermal heat pump (GHP). Some of the most common geothermal myths surround issues such as these system’s installation, performance, longevity and cost. The most common myths include:
Your Geothermal Installation: the Part That’s Inside Your Home
A geothermal heat pump is an efficient and effective way to heat and cool your Dayton area home. Understanding your geothermal installation will help make sure it’s properly maintained, and that your family will remain comfortable for years to come.
Tax Credits for Geothermal: Still Good, Even as the Others Expire
While federal energy tax credits for most kinds of HVAC equipment and weatherization upgrades expire on Dec. 31, 2013, tax credits for geothermal heat pumps remain active until the end of December 2016. Geothermal systems are among the most efficient heating and cooling systems, making them the system of choice for homeowners who want to […]
Geothermal System Benefits: They Add Up
If you’re tired of high cooling and heating bills, consider a geothermal system. These are among the highest-efficiency HVAC systems. They harvest the energy stored underground using a buried loop field (horizontal or vertical), which provides consistent and dependable conditioning for your home. Ground-source heat pumps (GHPs) exchange heat with the ground instead of the […]
Geothermal Cooling Is Clean, Green and Quiet
Homeowners who want the most efficient cooling system for their home should consider geothermal cooling. It’s the most dependable way to use renewable energy for cooling, since it relies on stable temperatures underground as the medium for cooling rather than the highly variable outdoor air. Geothermal heat pumps (GHPs) use an underground loop field where […]
Geothermal Heating and Cooling: Open and Closed Loop Systems
Geothermal heating and cooling systems are among the most energy efficient available. A geothermal heat pump can reliably heat and cool your home in any kind of weather, since it relies on an underground (or underwater) loop field where it either extracts heat or replaces it, depending on the season. The two main types of […]
Geothermal Heating And Cooling: Clean, Quiet And Quite Energy Efficient
When you’re considering a new HVAC system for your home, consider geothermal heating and cooling. According to the U.S. EPA, these systems offer the highest level of energy efficiency when compared to air-source heat pumps and combustion furnaces. They utilize the stored solar energy underground to heat and cool your home, produce no pollutants and […]
In A Nutshell, Geothermal’s Ideal For Buckeye Homeowners
When you need to replace your furnace or air conditioner with something far more efficient, geothermal’s can be an ideal solution for your Southwest Ohio home. A geothermal heat pump (GHP) uses the stored energy underground to harvest heat in the winter and deposit heat from your home in the summer. Geothermal systems use underground […]
Your Geothermal System: Install It Now, And You Can Still Get That Tax Credit
Many homeowners wish they had the money to purchase the most energy-efficient heating and cooling system available to them, a geothermal system. The federal government, however, is still offering generous tax incentives to defray this cost, in order to encourage energy efficiency. Until the end of 2016, you can claim a 30 percent tax credit […]