Geothermal systems are efficient, eco-friendly solutions ideal for saving on your heating and cooling bills. Depending on where you live, a geothermal heat pump can supplement traditional HVAC systems, delivering quiet and sustainable comfort all year-round. Ask your local Experts about geothermal heating and cooling installation as well as maintenance.
A geothermal heat pump is a newer kind of HVAC system, but that doesn’t mean you have to worry about a frustrating installation experience. Here’s what you can expect during geothermal installation:
To start, you should meet with a geothermal HVAC system professional from Midland Air Service Experts to determine the size of the geothermal system needed to heat and cool your home.
No two homes in Columbia are alike, so receiving a free quote for your specific home is crucial to ensuring the largest energy-efficiency boost in the end. Geothermal systems are compatible with your existing system or can fully replace a regular system, depending on your weather. Ask us for more details.
Depending on land or water resources, there are several ways we can install the pump equipment: horizontal loop, vertical loop or pond loop. You’ll pick a configuration option during your consultation.
Despite the name, geothermal heat pumps are designed to work both ways, with a reversible pump that provides 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 several feet underground as well as a sufficiently large body of water. You’ll choose a ground-source or water-source model depending on what will be most efficient.
Once you’re several feet underground, the temperature stays relatively stable through summer and winter alike. 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.
Ponds, lakes and other sources of water can also offer consistent internal temperatures. Water-source heat pumps are particularly useful for cooling, provided that 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. When we’re done adding all the piping, any open spots can be refilled with grass seed or sod.
After that, we proceed to installing the internal components of the system. A geothermal HVAC system is designed somewhat similar to 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 Midland Air Service Experts for a better idea on how much time may be necessary for you.
When your geothermal heat pump is in place, you can manage it like any other HVAC equipment. Just the same, you should schedule routine preventive maintenance to keep your geothermal system in peak condition.
A geothermal HVAC system can be as reliable as central forced-air systems, but with even greater energy efficiency. Make the most of these savings by staying up to date on maintenance.
Feel free to chat with Midland Air Service Experts today at 803-399-7208 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 implement 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 operational savings on utility bills, despite the up-front costs. And they’re more efficient than conventional, forced-air systems. You can even secure rebates, tax credits and other federal incentives to lower costs for the installation process.
Like other heat pumps, geothermal models don’t generate heat but rely on the Earth’s natural ambient temperature for heating and cooling. You end up with lower utility bills, and geothermal systems will also usually last longer. As long as you keep up with 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 resemble conventional 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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