For anyone wondering, “How does geothermal heating work?”, the two-word answer is very well. Geothermal heating and cooling systems are the most energy-efficient and dependable ways to heat and cool homes in virtually any climate. These systems use the thermal properties underground to harvest the heat in the winter and deposit it in the summer.
You Can Get a Tax Credit on a Geothermal Heat Pump
If you’ve ever considered getting a geothermal heating and cooling system for your home, you should know that a generous federal income tax credit for geothermal heat pumps is available through the end of this year. While a range of energy-efficiency tax credits that were enacted several years ago have expired, those for geothermal and […]
How Do Geothermal Heat Pumps and Propane Furnaces Compare?
By all measures, geothermal heat pumps (GHPs) outshine propane furnaces based on a number of important factors. Both supply dependable heat. However, GHPs rely on renewable resources, while propane systems require fuel.
Geothermal Heating And Cooling: Clean, Quiet And Quite Energy Efficient
When you’re considering a new HVAC system for your home, consider geothermal heating and cooling. According to the U.S. EPA, these systems offer the highest level of energy efficiency when compared to air-source heat pumps and combustion furnaces. They utilize the stored solar energy underground to heat and cool your home, produce no pollutants and […]
Your Geothermal System: Install It Now, And You Can Still Get That Tax Credit
Many homeowners wish they had the money to purchase the most energy-efficient heating and cooling system available to them, a geothermal system. The federal government, however, is still offering generous tax incentives to defray this cost, in order to encourage energy efficiency. Until the end of 2016, you can claim a 30 percent tax credit […]
