Geothermal energy is sustainable method that can be used to heat or cool your home. It uses the temperature of the earth to keep you warm during the winter and cool during the summer. If you’re interested switching your standard system for a sustainable system, Mill Creek Heating of Turner, OR, can help, thanks to the geothermal heating and cooling systems they offer as part of their HVAC services.

Before you make the switch between standard and geothermal, however, you need to know the facts:

• Earth Temperature: Did you know that the temperature below the ground usually stays the same throughout the year, no matter the climate or the season? This is because the earth absorbs nearly half of the energy of the sun as the light hits the ground, no matter the season.
• Versatility: One of the best aspects of a geothermal energy system is that it can be used for both heating and cooling. This versatility makes a geothermal system an energy-efficient and cost-efficient choice.
• Geothermal Heating: This process uses a heat pump and an earth loop, which absorbs the heat from the ground. The heat then gets funneled through a duct system, and the warm air pumps into your home. This energy can also be used to power your hot water tank as well as your radiant floor system.
• Geothermal Cooling: When geothermal energy is used for cooling, the process works in reverse. The warmth is removed from the air in your home and released into the ground via the earth loop. For additional efficiency, the heat that’s removed can be channeled into your hot water tank.

If a geothermal energy system sounds like a good option for you, Mill Creek Heating is the company to contact. To request an estimate for your heating and air conditioning services, call Mill Creek Heating at (503) 749-1000, or visit their website to see photos of the entire geothermal energy process from start to finish.