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If you’re looking to outfit your home with a new heating system, you may have come across the option of a geothermal heat pump and wondered what it’s all about. Geothermal heating is a type of HVAC system gaining popularity with people hoping to benefit from energy-efficient heating. We’ll go over the basics of this type of system to show why it could be a fantastic option for your Ohio home.
The function of a geothermal system relies on one surprising fact: The temperature of the earth 10 feet below the surface is always 55 degrees Fahrenheit. No matter where you are, no matter what time of day, or the current season, it’s always a consistent 55 degrees 10 feet down. Geothermal systems, both heating and cooling, use this fact to regulate the temperature in your home.
There are multiple types of geothermal system loops that may extend beyond your home or utilize nearby bodies of water, but the most common type of system is the “closed loop.” This involves installing a closed loop of pipes underneath your home that is filled with a water solution.
Circulating through the pipes brings the temperature of the solution up to 55 degrees, which is warmer than the air outside. From there, a heat pump can heat the air further, allowing you to adjust the air temperature to your liking.
You’re probably wondering what exactly the advantages of this novel system are. The answer is split into two equally appealing parts.
The remarkable thing about geothermal systems is that they produce zero carbon emissions. Given that a significant chunk of carbon dioxide emissions comes from heating and cooling residential buildings, you can feel confident you’re doing something good for the planet. As a strong bonus, no emissions mean you also don’t have to worry about yourself and your families suffering the effects of carbon monoxide leaks or even explosions.
The big-ticket question is often whether geothermal will really be worth the investment. While it’s true that the cost of installation is higher than that of traditional systems, it’s also true that the energy-efficient heating will save you between 30% and 70% on your monthly energy bills. Even at the very bottom of that scale, your savings will be significant enough to pay for the system relatively quickly.
Additionally, you may qualify for some of the many incentives offered by the government and local utility companies. Altogether, it’s hard for any Ohio homeowner to ignore the major benefits a geothermal heating system brings.
If you’re interested in adding a heating system to your home, Shanklin Heating & Air Conditioning has you covered. With expert geothermal heat pump installation and free quotes, we make it easy to take advantage of this new and efficient technology. Contact us today to start your journey to clean heating in Ohio.
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