Like traditional heat pumps, geothermal heat pumps work by transferring heat in or out of the home to produce desired temperatures. However, unlike an air-to-air system, this equipment transfers heat using the stable temperature of the ground. This is accomplished by a set of buried, water and anti-freeze filled pipes that collect heat from or release heat back into the soil. If you’re curious about what this climate control option could do for your home, here are some reasons why switching to a geothermal system is worth it.

Reasons to Switch to a Geothermal Heat Pump

1. Sustainability

Traditional heat pumps and other HVAC solutions must use a lot of energy to raise or lower the indoor temperature. Geothermal systems, on the other hand, don’t have to work as hard because they pull and release energy from a layer of the ground that offers a stable temperature. As a result, these renewable-source heat pumps produce much smaller carbon footprints than other popular options.

2. Significant Energy Savings

In addition to being the most environmentally friendly climate control options, geothermal systems are recognized as the most energy-efficient. Although installing the equipment requires a sizable investment, the system delivers a significant return on investment through energy savings over the years. Geothermal heat pumps can offer a 50 percent savings over traditional high efficiency HVAC solutions and there is a 26 percent tax credit for installing geothermal systems. 

3. Versatile Heating & Cooling

When you want to heat your home in the winter, your geothermal system pulls warmth from the ground and directs it back inside. In the summer, the reverse happens, as it pulls warmth from indoors and releases it into the ground as refrigerant cools incoming air.

However, this equipment can do much more than raise and lower your home’s indoor temperature. It can also help adjust the temperature of other resources on your property, such as water heaters, swimming pools, and hot tubs.

4. Long Service Life

For the most part, these renewable-source heat pumps are designed to be self-contained in the soil with minimal maintenance. With less exposure to the elements, these systems aren’t susceptible to extreme wear and can last up to 50 years.

5. Comfort

Thanks to the stability of temperatures in the ground, geothermal heat pumps produce a constant temperature through out the home  making it feel more comfortable than a standard HVAC system.  And, due to the system’s placement in the earth, these systems won’t produce many sounds, allowing you to enjoy climate control without the nuisance of noise.

If you’re due for a new climate control system, Cowboy’s Heating & Air will introduce you to a wide range of advanced solutions. Committed to eco-friendly and energy-efficient options, this heating and cooling contractor of Montgomery County, OH, knows how to design, install, and service geothermal heat pumps. If that’s not the right resource for your home, this team is also qualified to assist with standard air conditioners, furnaces, and heat pumps. Visit this provider online to learn more about the HVAC repair and installation services they offer throughout the Miami Valley and the Tri-State area. For estimates or service requests, call (937) 604-1541.