If it’s time to replace your HVAC system, or you’re building a new home, consider choosing a geothermal heat pump. Instead of using fossil fuels to heat the house, geothermal heating and cooling uses the natural heat of the earth to warm fluid that moves through pipes buried deep in the ground. Here are some key advantages of geothermal heating and cooling.

4 Reasons to Choose a Geothermal Heat Pump

1. Reliability

With low failure rates and minimal maintenance needs, you can rely on your geothermal heat pump to last much longer than traditional systems. Your home’s central air conditioning unit is outside, exposing it to the elements. A geothermal system has no parts exposed to the outdoors.

2. Convenience

Your geothermal heat pump can do more than heat and cool your home. It can also be a hot water heater and can warm the pool or hot tub. And you won’t believe how quiet your system is, inside and outside the house. You’ll also reclaim extra space in your basement because a geothermal system has a smaller footprint.

3. Cost

While the upfront cost of a geothermal heat pump is higher than traditional systems, most homeowners see a return on investment in ten years or fewer. Your new system may also be eligible for a government tax credit to help defray the cost. You can save as much as 75 percent on your heating bills and 25 to 50 percent on cooling when compared to traditional HVAC systems.  

4. Environmental Impact

If you care about your family’s impact on the environment, a geothermal heat pump is a fantastic choice. CO2 emissions from geothermal heat are about half that of traditional HVAC. If your electricity is from a green supplier, your carbon footprint is even less.  

Osterwisch Company in Cincinnati, OH, is the full-service plumbing, HVAC, and electrical contractor you can trust to do your job right and treat you like family. That’s why 90 percent of Osterwisch Company’s clients are repeat customers. Their team respects your time and your budget, whether you need residential or commercial service. Call (513) 791-3282 or send a message online today to schedule an estimate for a geothermal heat pump.