Are you considering installing a geothermal heating and cooling system in your Dayton area household? Geothermal heat pumps are an excellent energy-efficient solution for many homeowners. Before you commit, here’s a lowdown of how they work and their benefits: How They Work While outdoor temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, the temperatures four to six feet underground stay consistent. Geothermal […]
Geothermal Tax Credits: Use Them to Cool Off This Summer
If you’ve had your eye on tax credits for energy efficiency, you know that some have already expired. The chance to claim tax credits after installing an efficient furnace, boiler, air conditioner or air-source heat pump ended in December 2013. However, geothermal tax credits are still available. Learn how much you can save while keeping […]
Geothermal Cooling Is Clean, Green and Quiet
Homeowners who want the most efficient cooling system for their home should consider geothermal cooling. It’s the most dependable way to use renewable energy for cooling, since it relies on stable temperatures underground as the medium for cooling rather than the highly variable outdoor air. Geothermal heat pumps (GHPs) use an underground loop field where […]
Geothermal Air Conditioning Factors To Know Before Upgrading
Geothermal heat pumps are an energy-efficient option for cooling your home in climates like ours here in the Dayton area. In fact, according to EnergyStar, geothermal systems with the Energy Star label “are over 45 percent more energy efficient than standard options.”
Planning Tips For Installing Geothermal Heating and Cooling Equipment In Your Yard
Are you considering installing geothermal heating in your home? One of the first steps is to determine what type of system will work in your yard. With newer technologies, you do not need a lot of land to install geothermal heating and cooling equipment.