Beginning the new year,  we thought it might be helpful to review some questions we hear from potential customers about Geothermal heating and cooling.  We will try to cover at least 1 question per week in the month of January.  Let’s begin:

Should I really pay extra for a Geothermal Heat Pump System?  Is it worth that much more than an energy efficient gas furnace and air conditioner?
 
Emphatically yes!  A properly installed and sized geothermal system will heat for 1/4 the cost of propane and 1/2 the cost of natural gas.  It will also cool your home for 1/2 the cost of a new hi-efficiency 15 SEER air conditioner.   And don’t forget that a geo system also can heat your domestic hot water for a fraction of the cost of a gas system.

Dependability is also a plus.  A geothermal system should last about 25 years and the exterior piping is projected to last 50-100 years  and includes 50 year warranty.   These factors add up to very low maintenance costs. 

One caution as noted above a properly sized and installed system is VERY important.  Next week we will discuss  why that is and some examples we’ve dealt with when systems have been undersized by contractors trying to cut corners to make a sale or unfamiliar with geothermal systems. 

 Have a great week.  Stay warm  geothermally !!

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