Geothermal systems are efficient, eco-friendly solutions ideal for saving on your utility bills. In suitable climates, a geothermal heat pump can supplement traditional HVAC systems, delivering quiet and sustainable comfort all year-round. Call your local Experts for geothermal heating and cooling installation as well as maintenance.
Geothermal HVAC systems are comparatively new, but that doesn’t mean you have to worry about a frustrating installation experience. Here’s what you can expect during geothermal installation:
The introductory step will be meeting with a geothermal HVAC system professional from Fras-Air/General Service Experts to determine the size of the geothermal system needed to heat and cool your home.
No two homes in Hillsborough are alike, so receiving a free quote for your specific home is crucial to ensuring the greatest energy-efficiency boost in the end. Geothermal systems can be installed with a current system or can fully replace a regular system, depending on the local climate. Check with your Expert installer for more info.
Depending on land or water resources, there are a few different setups: horizontal loop, vertical loop or pond loop. You’ll choose the best configuration during your consultation.
Despite the name, geothermal heat pumps are 2-in-1 systems that provide both heating and cooling. Whichever system you want to have installed, it will utilize steady below-ground temperatures to efficiently both heat AND cool your home.
Geothermal heat pumps can draw on the thermal energy of both the ambient temperature underground as well as the temperature of a body of water. You’ll install either a ground-source or water-source heat pump based on which type will be more efficient.
Because the sun’s heat only penetrates a few feet underground, the temperature is much more consistent throughout the year. Ground-source heat pumps use this consistency to transfer heat in or out of a building. In heating mode, they pump ambient heat above ground, while cooling mode reverses the process to send heat underground for later use.
Nearby water sources can also be a source of stable temperatures. Water-source heat pumps are ideal for cooling your home, so long as the body of water is at least 1/2-3/4th of an acre and 8 feet deep.
We start by identifying any existing underground utilities to make sure breaking ground doesn’t impact anything. Pipes are then placed underground in a U-shaped pattern. Once the pipes are in place, any open spots can be refilled with grass seed or sod.
After that, we will install any remaining internal components of the system. A geothermal HVAC system is similar to what you’d expect from traditional heating or central AC installation. We’ll replace the old unit before hooking your new system up to existing ductwork. Before you know it, you’re enjoying energy-efficient heating and cooling!
Each geothermal installation project has its own schedule, so consult Fras-Air/General Service Experts for a better idea on how much time is needed.
Once the geothermal heat pump is fully installed, you can control it like any other HVAC equipment. Just the same, you should schedule routine preventive maintenance to keep your geothermal system in peak condition.
Geothermal heating and cooling can be as dependable as central forced-air systems, but with even greater energy efficiency. Maximize these savings by staying up to date on maintenance.
Call Fras-Air/General Service Experts today at 908-448-2154 or schedule online for a free quote or to learn more about your geothermal heating and cooling options.
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Geothermal systems use energy from below ground to provide heating and cooling. They use a “loop” system by moving and delivering from either the ground or a water source in heating mode. In cooling mode, this process works in reverse by extracting heat from inside the home to the ground or a water source. The cold air in cooling mode is the result of the process of removing heat and humidity as air is recirculated.
Geothermal HVAC can end up saving money long term due to lower utility bills, despite higher initial costs. And they’re more efficient than a standard system with a furnace and air conditioner. You can even secure rebates, tax credits and other federal incentives to lower costs for the installation process.
Geothermal systems don’t generate heat, instead using the Earth’s natural ambient temperature for climate control. You end up reducing your monthly utility bills, and geothermal systems can also last a lot longer. So long as you provide it with preventative maintenance, you can get 20 years from a geothermal heat pump and as much as 50+ years for an underground loop system.
Yes! Geothermal heat pumps work similiarly to more traditional heat pumps in that they are 2-in-1 systems capable of providing both heating and cooling. Even with this potentially confusing name, geothermal heat pumps are just as effective at cooling homes in many different climates. In fact, they’re often the most efficient type of system available!
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